Paul Williams: 'The Monk' play would have been so much better without one thing - Gerry Hutch himself

"Rex Ryan's ­controversial one-man show, The Monk, bears testament to his superb talents as a theatrical multi-tasker - writer, director, producer and actor - who is undoubtedly destined for great things. The son of shock-jock Gerry, one of Ireland's greatest broadcasters who relished pushing the parameters to provoke debate and challenge consensus, has shown that he is a chip off the old block."

"Rex Ryan's ­controversial one-man show, The Monk, bears testament to his superb talents as a theatrical multi-tasker - writer, director, producer and actor - who is undoubtedly destined for great things."

"The son of shock-jock Gerry, one of Ireland's greatest broadcasters who relished pushing the parameters to provoke debate and challenge consensus, has shown that he is a chip off the old block."

Rex Ryan presents a controversial one-man show titled The Monk that showcases his wide-ranging theatrical abilities. He fulfills multiple roles as writer, director, producer and actor, demonstrating strong multi-tasking skill and creative control. The performance highlights his capacity to carry a production alone while delivering compelling material. He is the son of Gerry, a shock-jock broadcaster known for pushing boundaries to provoke debate and challenge consensus. The familial connection underlines a shared willingness to confront expectations and suggests a continuation of provocative public presence and influence.

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