Talented Laois Macra club to take new show on the road

The Mountmellick Capers team is promising a night of laughter when they bring their hilarious new show to Edenderry next week. 

The local talent has been invited by the Gemini players to take part in their variety show on Friday, February 27, in St Patrick’s Primary School for a fundraising event for their drama group.

Mountmellick Capers are proud members of Macra na Feirme, the nationwide organisation that hosts the hugely popular Capers variety show competition. Last year, Mountmellick claimed the coveted All-Ireland Capers Trophy, cementing their reputation as one of the best variety groups in the country. This year they came in third.

Mountmellick Capers will present their brand-new, hilarious show “Wicked Ways and Hotel Stays”, promising plenty of laughs and surprises.

The night also features an entertaining mix of performers, including The Odd Boys Comedy Troupe, who are known for turning up unexpectedly, telling tall tales and interrupting proceedings—men in white coats and straightjackets will be standing by, if they can catch them.

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Music lovers will enjoy The Usual Suspects, a one-night-only appearance by a group who may never have sung on stage before, but will certainly charm the audience with heartfelt songs, just like a late-night pub sing-song.

Adding to the fun are The Geriatric Trio, making a much-anticipated comeback. Famous for their hit “Get Off the Fireplace Granny, You’re Too Old to Be Riding the Range” and their legendary pigeon release in Trafalgar Square, they were old then—and they’re older now.

The show begins at 8.30pm, with doors opening at 8:00pm—and there may even be a complimentary cup of tea for those who clap the loudest.