Des Bishop

The Des Bishop is a native New Yorker. Native being a word only ever used to describe New Yorkers and the Americans that were there before them of course.
Des has been a resident of Ireland for many years thus he has a very unique viewpoint of Irish life. He speaks about Ireland from within the outside. Which is a phrase I’ve just coined. Within The Outside©, yeah I like that.

Des made a huge impact on Irish Television with his series ‘The Des Bishop Work Experience’ in which Des donned a ginger wig for a few months exposing the hardships of life as a ginger or something. Des then went on to make the hugely critically acclaimed ‘Joy In The Hood’ where he single-handedly unleashed our desire to laugh at the underprivileged thus giving birth to Irish racism.

“Winner of the 2002 Tap Water Award at the Edinburgh Fringe, native New Yorker Des Bishop has become one of Ireland’s most outspoken and exciting comedians.”- Chortle Comedy Review 2002

In the last couple of years Des has become a something of a live stand up sensation. Packing them out night after night in Vicar St and selling out venues all over the country.

“Bishop’s grip on an audience is instant and unshakeable, partly down to whirlwind energy and physical charisma, and partly down to sheer volume” – Hot Press

Des has just released his second DVD of live material ‘Fitting In’ after the success of the ‘Live At Vicar St’ DVD last year. If you thought we were going to keep Des as our own little secret comedy sensation prepare to be disappointed. Des is receiving invitations to perform all over the world. While I’m sure he’ll always find time for his Irish fan base it’s best to catch him now cause the boy’ll do well.

If Des is looking for a name for his next DVD may I suggest ‘Within the Outside’. Available for a small fee.

Des has his own very fine webhome Check it out click here

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