A witty, heartfelt exploration of identity, migration, and the Irish-British experience
Award-winning performer and writer Declan Duffy is set to debut his latest one-man show at the Guildford Fringe Festival, offering audiences a fresh, funny, and thought-provoking take on nationality, heritage, and the tangled ties between Ireland and Britain.
“Call Yourself an Irishman?” is a topical solo performance that dives deep into the complexities of identity when you’re born in one country, raised in another, and shaped by both. With humour, song, and sharp insight, Duffy explores the historical and emotional journey of Irish migration to Britain, and the lingering question: What does it mean to belong?
From tales of conquest and rebellion to the everyday realities of cultural confusion, Duffy unpacks the shared history of two nations separated by the Irish Sea but forever intertwined. Whether you’re Irish, British, somewhere in between—or just curious—this show promises to entertain, enlighten, and maybe even help you tick a few identity boxes of your own.
“Heartfelt, thoughtful and funny….. the illustration of what it is like to be an Irish person with an English accent is beautiful.” This audience reaction captures the essence of Duffy’s performance: a moving and relatable portrait of dual identity, delivered with charm and wit.
“Call Yourself An Irishman?” .
7.15pm Back Room.
The Star Inn
2 Quarry Street, Guildford, GU1 3TY
Tickets £12.
‘Call Yourself an Irishman?’ – Guildford Fringe Festival
