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LAUGH
& SING YOUR WAY THROUGH 2009
[THIS IS
GOING TO BE WAY BETTER
THAN LAST YEAR'S PARTY & CHEAPER!!]
You
must go where many have gone before!
Stand-up
Comedy, Singer/Songwriters, Improv, Sketch
& Open Mic
continue
to be premium features of
LOVE
at the
Battle of the Axe on
TUESDAY
& THURSDAY NIGHTS
with
full programmes of the original kind right through
THE
WINTER OF 08/09 ROARING OUR HEADS OF WITH LAUGHTER AND SONG
AS WE ENTER INTO THE JOYS OF SPRING
COME
AND SEE FOR YOURSELF!!
Battle
of the Axe
is more often than not where
things happen 1st in the conceptually underground entertainment
industry in Ireland with a clear and proven progression
route to the top

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CELEBRATE
YOUR
SPECIAL EVENT
The Alternative Way!
Battle
of the Axe is an ideal and alternative way to celebrate
your occasion at a very reasonable price. Large
groups are advised to book in advance to guarantee entry as
many shows sell out fast. Admission is just €9 + booking
fee for advance booking through www.ticketmaster.ie
If you wish to take a chance you can pay cash at the door.
Therefore you’ll never know unless you go!
You
will see Dublin City’s latest emerging acts such as comedians,
singer/songwriters, actors, poets, etc along with experienced
and renowned MCs strut their stuff on the OPEN
MIC @ the Battle of the Axe any Tuesday
night
YOU
CAN LATER BRAG YOU KNEW THEM WHEN……………!!
Inclusively the performances will also embrace the regular
Lucky Duck competition especially
designed for the participating open mic artistes.
Thousands
of folk from every corner of the planet have performed, being
regaled, laughed, cried (a few offended but nobody got hurt)
@ the gig.
The
pleasure is all yours so come on down for no particular reason
and enjoy!
Full
bar facilities are in operation at the show.
Battle of the Axe continues every Tuesday 9.30pm
throughout 2008
Tel:
086 8156987 for info or
email battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
Note:
Age restrictions/rules are per recent Government legislation
so please present appropriate Identification if you’re in
the concerned category.
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Ha’
Penny Bridge Inn, Temple Bar, D2. battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
Tel: 086 8156987
Tuesdays
9.30pm
Adm:
ONLY €6 WITH THIS FLYER
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more than one? Click here to print more
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STEP
RIGHT UP!!
Comedians, Singer/Songwriters
& Talented Troops!
Every
Tuesday night expose your skills, and win the respect from
the audience that comes with the Lucky Duck
Award!
Join
the many others who have gone before and enter the battleoftheaxe.com.
CONTACT
TONY ON:
086 8156 987
OR
EMAIL battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
to regeister
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STUDENT
DISCOUNTS TUESDAY
Adm:
ONLY €6 WITH THIS FLYER
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STEP
RIGHT UP!!
PARTY NITES OUT
We
can offer a low cost alterrnative for groups experiencing
the joys and laughs at Battle of the Axe Comedy and Open Mic
Club at just €9
per person. Furthermore we can offer sandwich platters &
finger food platters on request at a reasonable price.
AT
THE
BATTLE OF THE AXE COMEDY SINGER/SONGWRITERS & OPEN MIC
CLUB!

Ha'
penny Bridge Inn
42
Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
086
8156987
TUESDAYS:
OPEN MIC NITE
Battle
of the Axe COMEDY CLUB, SINGER/SONGWRITERS & OPEN MIC
NITE 9.30pm
THURSDAYS:
COMEDY NITE
Battle
of the Axe COMEDY CLUB etc 9.30pm
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TIME
DEDICATED TO ENTERTAINING PEOPLE!
Battle
of the Axe continues to produce, nourish and establish
the careers of the very best performers on the Irish Open
Mic circuit.
Currently
enjoying it's 12th successive year at The Ha'penny
Bridge Inn by the famous Ha' Penny Bridge in Temple Bar,
the club promises to present an eclectic mix of entertainment
into the New Year of 2009.
Stand-up comedy, singer/ songwriters &
open mic are premier features of the Battle of the Axe
show on TUESDAY nights while THURSDAY night
features some of the best Stand-up Comedy, improv and sketch
performances to be seen in Dublin city. The gig is one
of Ireland's longest established clubs and continues to feature
impromtu guest performances from established luminaries on
the Irish Comedy Circuit.
If
your idea of a good night out is to experience the perfect
pint in a quintessentially intimate Dublin pub while being
entertained by some of the best new and established talent
the Nation has to offer… Drop Inn to The Ha'penny on Tuesday
or Thursday nights!
NEW
ACTS ALWAYS WELCOME
For
information please email:
battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
or Tel: 0868156987 from Ireland.
From
outside Ireland
Tel: 00353 868156987
www.battleoftheaxe.com
www.myspace.com/battleoftheaxedublin
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'UP
TO NOW.....!!!
So
many popular artistes on the entertainment circuit these
days, first cut their cloth at the battleoftheaxe.com:

Names such as Dave McSavage
(Late Late Show and Vicar St), Paddy Casey
(Meteor Irish Music Award winner 2004), James
Goldsbury, Karl Spain
& Neil Delimer (RTE comedy
Award winners, Eddie Naessens
(ex Fair City & Bull Island, & RTE comedy finalist),
Declan Rooney (RTE comedy finalist),
Matt Saddlier
(Channel 4/BBC & RTE finalist), Jerome
Holland (RTE comedy finalist),
Peter Fox
(2FM finalist), Crusty
(Hot Press finalist), .....and Pennytration
(Channel 4 & Today FM finalist).
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The
original Ha'Penny Laugh Improv
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INTERNATIONAL
ACTS
@THE AXE
Celebrated
international stand-up comics who have appeared at the Battle
of the Axe have included one of Australia's most favoured
acts that is Jimeoin.
Outstanding Canadian TV presenter and Stand-up comedian Rick
Bronson gave one of the best ever performances
at the Battle of the Axe. He dropped in while filming his
TV programme in Dublin. The Tourist,
a television series he created, hosted and co-wrote, is now
a hit in 22 countries, and his recent national comedy special,
Comedy Now Presents Rick Bronson,
was among the highest rated in Canadian history.
A popular visitor, personal friend and recipient of the Battle
of the Axe is Dr Kevin Fitzgerald
the star of Animal Planet's "Emergency Vets". He
is also well know for his Comic talents and Kevin has had
the privilege of opening in concert for such legendary performers
as Diana Ross and Bob Hope. Kevin has also worked in concert
as a headline comedian or as the opening act for bands like
The Neville Brothers, Emmy Lou Harris, The Corrs and The Temptations.
He has appeared at such prestigious venues as The Grand 'Ol
Oprey and The House of Blues. You may also have seen him on
NBC's Nightly News with Tom Brokaw, The Maury Povich Show,
A&E's Comedy on the Road, TNN's Crooke and Chase or as
host of HBO's "Women of the Night." We hope top
see him back at the Axe in the near future.
When no one else could get a laugh we threw Jimmy
Shubert in at the deep end
at the Axe and he obliged. It was Jimmy's scene-stealing performance
as the lollipop-sucking strip club bouncer in Columbia Pictures'
GO, directed by Doug Liman (SWINGERS), that jumpstarted his
film career. Jimmy earned parts on numerous television shows
including the WB series ANGEL, and as Roger Daltry's road
manager in Showtime's RUDE AWAKENINGS. So why did we leave
him hanging around the staircase for two hours before we put
him on stage we will never know!!
Over 1000 performers have graced its stage since its conception
nearly 8 Years ago. Not a lot of people know that the Ha’
Penny Bridge Inn has also housed such noted acts as Dermot
Morgan (RIP) (Father Ted), Tommy
Tiernan, Jason Byrne,
Alan Davis (Cracker), Alex
Lyons (BBC produced writer), Pat
McDonald (Don’t Feed the Gondolas), The
Nualas, Anne Lillis,
Anne Gildea, Tara
Flynn, Barry Murphy
(Aprés Match) and Deirdre O’Kane.
The bar was a popular frequenting place for Thin
Lizzy in their early days and the pub was once
owned by the great Irish tenor Josef Locke.
The present battleoftheaxe.com
continues to introduce fresh new acts to the entertainment
world.
Progressive acts to watch out for include singer/songwriters
Damien Davis, James
Cramer, Chris Morrin
and Peter Doran. Comedians making
strong waves are John Colleary,
Bernard O’Shea, Tom
Blanchfield and MC/Comedian Andrew
Stanley
is mixing it with the best at the moment.
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The
Future
So
why not drop over and see a show that’s a significant contributor
to the future of Irish entertainment unfold at its conception
any Tuesday
nite 9.30pm
upstairs at the Ha’ Penny Bridge Inn.
Or if you want to have a go at performing
please email: battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
or phone 086
815 6987 to
book a stage space.
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IMPROV
TWO
NEW SIX-PART, CRAIC-FILLED WORKSHOPS WITH JOHN DAWSON
Improv
develops one’s confidence, creativity, collaboration skills
and spontaneity.
In the beginner/intermediate level workshop participants
explore games and exercises to develop and fine-tune intuitive
skills. The elements of narrative such as plot, theme, conflict
and resolution are emphasized and explored.
In the advanced level workshop, more challenging exercises
and performance games are used to further develop razor-sharp
improv skills with an emphasis on quickly creating engaging
characters in story-driven scenes and games. Comedic styles
such as satire, absurdity and clowning are explored and
utilized.
Both workshops conclude with live performances at The
Battle of the Axe.
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE
LEVEL:
6 classes over seven weeks, starting Monday, May 11th.
(No class on June 1st bank holiday).
ADVANCED
LEVEL: 6
consecutive Tuesdays, starting April 28th, 2009
TIME:
7:15PM to 10:15PM
WHERE:
Smithfield/Stoneybatter area, Dublin 7
COST:
185.00 Euro (170.00 Euro for full-time drama
students and 3 or more members of a troupe or theatre company)
To
enroll in either, an 85.00 Euro non-
refundable deposit is required
John
Dawson has studied, written and acted with numerous
theatre companies and comedy troupes including N. America's
famous Second City (the forerunner of Saturday Night
Live). John works internationally and has taught at The
Gaiety School of Acting, London's Actors Centre, Trinity's
Samuel Beckett Centre and Toronto's Equity Theatre.
As a playwright and director, he has had productions at
Andrews Lane Theatre, The Project, and the Edinburgh
Fringe Festival 2005. He is a produced screenwriter/director
with numerous projects in development with the Irish
Film Board.
For
more info and/or to enroll, email to: dawsondramaworks@gmail.com
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“Liberties
Comedy Champion Open Mic Night”

Liberties
Festival 2009
At
“The
Bayno”
Frances Street, Dublin 8
Friday
June 12th
9.30pm
– 11.30pm
Cash
Prizes
To
be considered for the final 8 selection
5 minute Comedy clips
[DVD/VHS/My Space or You tube link]
to
be mailed with
Name, address, mobile no and email to
kking@siccda.ie
no later than Friday May 22nd
SICCDA, 90 Meath Street, Dublin 8
For info phone Kay: 01 4536098
Final 8 Competition entry fee: €25
SICCA Judges decisions are final on all results
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WHAT
THE PRESS SAY ABOUT US?!!!
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The
Event Guide suggests that if it’s a gamble you're looking
for we could be the ones to look out for. I say, "put
€6 on the battleoftheaxe.com any Tuesday nite in
the Ha'Penny Bridge Inn at 9pm, you’ll get long odds and
you won’t lose." We’re a sure thing and a fine thing!!!
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"This
crowd were quick to roar with laughter when it was called
for, and just as quick to heckle those who deserved it." -
Oxygen.ie
"Thousands
of folk from every corner of the planet have performed, being
regaled, laughed, cried (a few offended but nobody got hurt)."
- Gráinne McEntee
"Erratic but always entertaining" -
IN DUBLIN

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"A
type of alternative New Faces"
- SUNDAY
TIMES

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"The
now near institutional Battle of the Axe continues to entertain,
embarrass and enthral" - THE
EVENT GUIDE

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To
perform, telephone 086 815 6987 or e-mail battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com

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TO ADVERTISE
YOUR GIG/SHOW
ON THIS POPULAR WEBSITE PAGE
AT REASONABLE RATES
PLEASE CONTACT
battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com
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is
a Dublin Tourism member.
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| 'WHAT
THE AUDIENCE SAY'
Battle
of the Axe Comments Book
Nice
one guys! I'm in cider space and thoroughly enjoyed!! Will
recommend to all my Welsh Celtic cousins. X happy New Year
– Twty from Wales
The
best show I've seen in a long time, besides the one slightly
aggressive comic who didn't do so well, I'd say it was a perfect
show… Jennifer,
Ireland
10
girls from England. Loved the show! Great night out, even
if we caused a fire hazard lever so sorry!) Would definitely
recommend. MC was great! Thanks for a good night. The Palestine
Group!!
The
show was very very funny!! We really enjoyed it. The Newfie
jokes were very funny. Excellent show. Steve and Mary Anne
Newfoundland, Canada!
Dear
Host, Why won't you return my calls. You said that night was
special and I was the one. You changed man, you used to be
cool..." Anon
First
time at a comedy gig like this. Absolutely brilliant. George
and Jarlath made it. Definitely go again. Cork guy could improve!!
Anon
Last
minute decision to come here but thanks very much for a great
night. Caoimhe and Shane, Ireland
Great
show! Robbie Bonham - funniest - Ciara and Evie - Rathfarnham,
Dublin - We love Tony.
Double
vodka x 4 please. Tony the ledge guided the way. Robbie Bonham
is the man…The guy from Derry is hot! Lots of love, Ciara
and Eve We'll we back!
Robbie,
you're a frightful looking woman - but you make my face hurt.
Grace
Absolutely
hilarious. Had a great laugh. Will tell all my friends. Melissa
This
show is shit- e – that means grand in American...absolutely
loved it. Chelsea from Minnesota U.S.A.
The
compere should do a set...well funny! Great night and very
good value for money. Alicia from South London
Excellent
night with great laughs! Will definitely be back. Lindsey,
South London
Absolutely
piss funny!! Loved the improv session and was tempted to join
in. Katie from England, South Yorkshire, Rotherham – near
Sheffield (up north!)
I'm
just glad she [Katie] didn't get up! Well conducted night.
The lads that got up would go down well in Roth. (Not that
that's a comment on their sexuality!) Great night. Cheers
All x
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Dave
couldn't believe he'd been dropped from the show!
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Ha’ penny Bridge Inn
Wellington
Quay
Temple
Bar D2
Tel:
086 8156987
battleoftheaxe@hotmail.com

www.battleoftheaxe.com
Adm €9 @door

TICKETS AVAILABLE
IN ADVANCE: €9
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One
of the quieter nights at the Battle of the Axe
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Tuesday June 2nd '09 9.30pm:
Battle of the Axe Open Mic COMEDY &
SINGER/SONGWRITERS MC
Eleanor Tiernan OPEN MIC SPECIAL – the
run continues [New acts always welcome
but must contact www.battleoftheaxe.com
well in advance for entry details]
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Thursday
June 4th '09 9.30pm:
BATTLE OF THE AXE COMEDY CLUB & GUESTS
with Aussie great Damo Clarke [I Dare Ya] & MC Ruairi
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Tuesday June 9th '09 9.30pm:
Battle of the Axe Open Mic COMEDY &
SINGER/SONGWRITERS MC Damo
Clarke OPEN MIC SPECIAL – the run continues
[ New acts always welcome but must contact www.battleoftheaxe.com
well in advance for entry details]


Thursday June 11th '09 9.30pm: BATTLE
OF THE AXE COMEDY CLUB Guest Dave
McSavage, Ghost Train Willy Sketch + open slots



Tuesday June 16th '09 9.30pm: Battle
of the Axe Open Mic COMEDY & SINGER/SONGWRITERS
OPEN MIC SPECIAL – the run continues with Jack Kincade
MC
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Thursday June 18th '09 9.30pm: BATTLE
OF THE AXE COMEDY CLUB &
Damo Clarke MC + Special Guest Andrew Stanley


Tuesday
June 23rd '09 9.30pm: Battle
of the Axe Open Mic COMEDY & SINGER/SONGWRITERS
OPEN
MIC SPECIAL – the run continues Ruairi Campbell MC
[New acts always welcome but must contact www.battleoftheaxe.com
well in advance for entry details]
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Thursday
June 25th '09 9.30pm:
BATTLE OF THE AXE COMEDY CLUB & HA’ PENNY LAUGH
IMPROV
with with Graeme Singleton MC & BIRTHDAY BOY TONMY
NICKLESON
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Tuesday
June 30th '09 9.30pm: Battle
of the Axe Open Mic COMEDY & SINGER/SONGWRITERS
OPEN
MIC SPECIAL – the run continues
– Rory O’ Hanlon

Thursday
July 2nd '09 9.30pm: BATTLE
OF THE AXE COMEDY CLUB with special
guest Eric Lalor [Joy in the Hood]
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The
Open Mic hopefuls face their fate
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Brian
Connolly
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Admission
to
all shows
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Door
special €9 to all Shows - you just pay cash @ door
ADVANCE
SALES: Purchase Battle of the Axe tickets in advance
through Ticketmaster to be sure of entry as some
shows sell out fast. Adm: €9 plus €2
booking fee
Online:
www.ticketmaster.ie
Telephone
0818
719 300 Republic of
Ireland customers
0870 243 4455 Northern
Ireland customers
00353 1 456 9569 International
customers. Or through Ticketmaster outlets worldwide/nationwide
http://www.ticketmaster.ie/Battle-of-the-Axe-Comedy-Club-tickets/artist/970908
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Advertise
your
Club/ Gigs/ Workshops here for a reasonable monthly fee
Call
086 815 6987
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Battle
of the Axe's top security team
ensure no riff-raff get in
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TWO
LEGENDS UNITED
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Battle
of the Axe supremo Tony Ferns and Manchester United's European
Cup winning goalkeeper Alex Stepney
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Alex
Stepney once broke his jaw
shouting at his own defenders.
He also won the European Cup in 1968!
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Taoiseach
Brian Cowen accepting Battle of the Axe's offer to bail out
the Irish economy
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Battle
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