Biography - One of Ireland's best known stand up comedians, Deirdre began her career as an actress and has played every major theatre in Ireland as well as touring to Australia, Canada and the UK. Leading roles include Mary in Juno and the Paycock (The Abbey Theatre), Miss Funny in At the Black Pig's Dyke (Druid Theatre Co.) and Daphne in Present Laughter (Gate Theatre). Her most recent role was Jean in two sold-out runs of Dandelions at the Olympia in 2006. Acting credits on television include The Clinic (RTE), Fergus's Wedding (RTE), Paths To Freedom (RTE/BBC), and The Fitz (BBC). She also hosted and co-wrote the 10-part series of stand-up and sketches The Lounge (RTE) which included guests such as Rich Hall, Phil Nichol, Adam Hills, and Dara O'Briain. Deirdre's feature film credits include: Frida in the BAFTA-nominated Festival (Film Four), Grace in Boy Eats Girl (Element Films) and Noeleen in Intermission (Company of Wolves).