In this show, being thin, white and erudite are really the only things comedians Nick O’Connell and Patrick McCaffrie have in common. Despite performing back to back in this one hour set, the two performers differ significantly in style and content.
O’Connell kicks off the show with the quintessential combination of accessible observations and self depreciating personal material which varies from mildly amusing to downright hilarious. Particularly as the show progresses, O’Connell hits his stride and delivers some highly entertaining anecdotes. His slightly awkward, eager manner makes him genuinely likeable performer to watch, quickly endearing himself to the audience. This means that even when some of his jokes don’t quite work, the crowd is ultimately forgiving because they really want them to.
Contrastingly, the second half by Patrick McCaffrie is incredibly fast paced and slick, largely focussed on the arguably more bizarre side of current events. In a style reminiscent of the Daily Show, McCaffrie delivers shrewd social and political commentary heavily laced with cynicism and very quick wit. While some of the content might not be as relevant for those not dutiful devotees of the 24 hour news cycle, the material is sufficiently interesting and outrageous to keep the crowd hooked. Game enough to not only take on the usual suspects like Abbott and Putin, but a variety of other politicians, world institutions and even some marine life, McCaffrie proves his ability to insightfully mock has very few bounds.
No matter your preference, both upcoming comedians are worth watching, not only now, but for the hilarious material they’re set to produce in the future.
Kryztoff Rating: 3.5K
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