Jinglefest presents "Celebrating Father Ted" - Comedy at the Convent

Father Damo returns for a hilarious Father Ted celebration featuring stand-up, stories, music, quizzes and audience fun. Celebrating Father Ted: Comedy at the Convent One Night. One Legendary Character. One Unmissable Show. As part of Jinglefest Comedy Shows, comedy fans are invited to enjoy a very special evening celebrating one of Ireland's most beloved sitcoms, Father Ted. Join Joe Rooney, the actor behind the unforgettable Father Damien "Father Damo" Lennon, for a unique live show at Presentation House, Long Range, Bagenalstown, on Saturday, 5th December 2026 at 8pm. This is much more than a stand-up show. It's a hilarious journey back into the world of Father Ted, packed with classic clips, behind-the-scenes stories, audience participation, live comedy and musical mayhem. An Evening of Father Ted Favourites Relive some of the greatest moments from one of Ireland's most iconic comedy series as Joe shares memories from the show, reveals exclusive behind-the-scenes stories and revisits the character that made him a household name. The evening includes: • Classic Father Ted clips and highlights • A Father Ted quiz • Rare stories and revelations from life on set • Joe Rooney's acclaimed stand-up comedy • Live musical comedy performances • Exclusive photographs and memorabilia from filming • The legendary Lovely Girls Competition • A crowd-pleasing Dancing Priests Competition • A singalong rendition of My Lovely Horse You'll even hear the unbelievable story of Chris the Sheep's body double. And after the show, audience members will have the opportunity to meet Joe Rooney and grab a selfie. Starring Joe Rooney Best known for his iconic role as Father Damo in Father Ted, Joe Rooney is one of Ireland's most versatile comedy performers. A stand-up comedian, actor, writer, musician, filmmaker and podcaster, Joe has spent more than two decades entertaining audiences across Ireland and around the world, performing everywhere from Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Glastonbury Festival to international comedy stages from Moscow to San Francisco. Alongside his Father Ted fame, Joe is also widely recognised for his role as Timmy in the long-running RTÉ sitcom Killinaskully, for which he also wrote two seasons. His unique blend of storytelling, stand-up and musical comedy has earned widespread critical acclaim and a loyal following. "Rooney is very funny, but it is with his guitar in his hands that he becomes unmissable." The Stage "Great stand-up, excellent storytelling and full of gags." Chortle Warm, engaging and effortlessly funny, Joe brings audiences on a nostalgic and laugh-out-loud journey through one of Ireland's greatest comedy shows. Event Details Saturday, 5th December 2026 8:00 PM Presentation House, Long Range, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow Dust off your clerical collar, practice your Lovely Girl walk and prepare for a night of Father Ted madness. Part of Jinglefest Comedy Shows, a four-day celebration of live comedy running from 3rd-6th December 2026, bringing some of Ireland's best-loved comedians, performers and comedy experiences to Jinglefest, Carlow's Christmas Festival. Father Damo is back. The laughs are guaranteed. And yes... there will be priests dancing.