Get ready to laugh! Join us for Comedy Night at The Celtic Ray Public House on Thursday, October 15th
at 8PM. Hosted by the hilarious Max Doyle, with feature Ginger Kelly, Special Guest Tommy D and headliner Mike McCarthy as it’s guaranteed to be a night full of laughs. Doors open at 6:30PM so come early to grab food and drinks before the show.
Tickets are $15 and available now at celticray.net. We will have your name, phone number and amount of tickets bought on our reservation list the day of the show. Sláinte!
Mike McCarthy BIO:
Showtime, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, Sirius XM
Winner Last Comix Standing 2016
Boston’s Best Comedian 2013
The Hard Rock Casino, Potowatomi Casino, The Improv, Catch A Rising Star, The Comedy Connection, Stitches, The Funny Bone, McCurdy’s Comedy Theater, Bonkerz, Nick’s Comedy Stop, Giggles, Headliners, The Comedy Zone
The History of The Comedy Barbarian
Once upon a time in a kingdom far, far away, there was born a goofy bastard who would one day be recognized as the silliest savage in all of the realm. His journey to comedic legend began in 1987 at Boston’s iconic Comedy Connection. Storming the stage at the age of 19 with the perfect blend of hilarity and audacity, he soon became a national headliner, earning a reputation as a crowd slayer and whiskey assassin. Over the next three decades, he pillaged biker bars, strip clubs, and Chinese restaurants across the known universe, appearing on Comedy Central, Showtime Prime Video, and America’s Most Wanted. Being named Boston’s best comedian in 2013 and winning the title of Last Comic Standing in 2016 only added to his lore. One night at the Asgard Improv, Odin himself fell off his throne, howling in laughter at our hero’s tales of mischief, mayhem, and misadventure. Afterwards, the All father
decreed that this mighty mortal was not some ordinary court jester, but instead a valiant Viking jokester worthy of Valhalla, and henceforth be known throughout the land as The Comedy Barbarian. Thus, the legend was born, and much mead and merriment ensued! Now at the absolute height of his comedic power, with a sense of humor as twisted as Loki on a bad hair day and a wit as sharp as a battle-axe, this wild warrior hits the stage looking like he raided the clearance rack at a Renaissance fair, rocking a horned helmet and leather kilt. With a mischievous glint in his eyes, he slings punchlines that hit like Thor’s hammer. This high-energy force of nature comedic phenomenon spins stories so bawdy and hilarious that even the sourest bridge troll can’t help but crack a smile. Plundering audiences with his high-energy frenetic pace, The Barbarian does not relent until every member of the crowd is under his spell, laughing at things they never thought they could. This balls-to-the-walls experience is not just a comedy show but more of an event, with some loyal fans even donning helmets and brandishing foam axes for the festivities!
So grab your shield and drinking horn, and buckle up for an evening of medieval mirth and madness that will leave you clutching your sides and gasping for air. Just don’t forget to bring some bail money and a spare liver.
Ginger Kelly BIO:
Raw. Real. Relatable. And just the right amount of ridiculous.
Ginger Kelly is the hilarious, no-holds-barred comedian turning real-life chaos into comedy gold. Based in Ruskin, Florida, Ginger exploded onto the stand-up scene with a voice that’s equal parts sass, heart, and Jersey-Italian fire. Whether she’s talking about surviving breast cancer, surviving marriage (twice), or navigating the wild world of online dating as a grandma, Ginger’s storytelling is deeply personal and universally funny.
A military veteran and proud single mom, Ginger is known for bringing big laughs and bigger life lessons to the stage. Her material—honest, irreverent, and sometimes a little too relatable—is a favorite among audiences who appreciate their comedy with a side of “Did she really just say that?”
In 2024, Ginger was named “Best Up-and-Coming Comedian” by Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, solidifying her shift from indie show producer to must-see comedy feature and headliner at top venues.
Her performances are best described as “PG-13 with R-rated side effects”—you’ve been warned.
Ginger delivers gut-punch laughs with grandma-level wisdom and zero filter.
WINNER: 2024 Best of the Bay, Up and Coming Stand-Up Comedian NOMINATED: 2021 & 2023 Best of the Bay Comedian, 2022 & 2026 Top 40 World Series of Comedy
?The Celtic Ray is located at 145 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda FL
?We are open 7 days a week from 11AM-1AM
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