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Eli Matthewson – Gutterball

Wellington

24/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"Individual threads finally wrapped together in a fast-paced show that never loses its momentum..

Clarissa Chandrahasen – Flawless

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"A lightness of touch and excellent timing compel our smiles and laughter..

SKYDUCK: A CHINESE SPY COMEDY

Auckland, Wellington

14/03/2023 - 27/05/2023

"A consummate comedian with an unashamedly unique performance brings pure joy..

"A fun chance to watch a talented performer challenge himself to hit every mark at top speed..

Johanna Cosgrove – Hi, Delusion!

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"Comedy of truth about delusion deserves a long life..

Tim Batt – Is Climate Change Funny Yet?

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"Is it a comedy show with jokes about climate change or a climate change rant with jokes included?..

Deacon the Vampire Live! – One Hundred And Ninety Years Of Bullshit

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"Fangs for the memories: a deeply funny, horny, murdery, bloody good time..

Barnie Duncan – Just Jolks

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"Enough said. You have to be there...

Samantha Hannah – Female Lady Women Comedians

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 18/05/2024

"Not just for female lady women comedians..

"A warm hug of distinct but recognisable personalities..

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Neil Thornton HOT MESS ON WHEELS

Wellington

23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"A true gift to the queer community and all lovers of pop culture..

Romeo and Juliet 2023

Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin, Christchurch, Palmerston North

04/05/2023 - 03/06/2023

"A gripping romantic tale...

"Devote attention to the company’s past as well as to its future...

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Loud & Queer

Wellington

20/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"A stunning night: a wonderfully varied range of performances..

As You Like It

Dunedin

18/05/2023 - 27/05/2023

"AS YOU LIKE IT ..

"Skilful integration of musical elements enhances the emotional depth and comedic moments, eliciting laughter, introspection and appreciation..

Maria Williams – ADHD... The Musical?!

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Grounded in a fervid, colourful and cartoonish vibe strongly reminiscent of after school TV and a vertiginous and cringey nostalgia..

Guy Montgomery – My Brain Is Blowing Me Crazy

Wellington

17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Very specific clever delivery and fantastic rapport with our audience..

Grace Jarvis – This Is The Last Goldfish That I Am Going To Eat For You

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Fascinating reflections on life, politics, childhood obsessions; the dysfunction and stickiness that comes with being a person..

Hoani Hotene, Danny Sewell & Booth The Clown – Really Good Normal Show

Wellington

17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"You’ll leave feeling really good, if a little less normal..

Sax Appeal

Auckland

17/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"A funny, surprising, direct and outrageous tonic for a tough week..

James Nokise – Right About Now

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"A superb show that uses comedy to explore a timeless human flaw and bring it home to now..

Brynley Stent – Frigid

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"True or not, frigid or not, we laugh, enjoy and relate ..

James Mustapic – Into the Multi-Media-Verse

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Masterful comedy plus fascinating alter egos..

Nick Rado – Radology

Wellington

16/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Heritage, health and generational humour plus ‘the perfect joke’..

The Big HOO-HAA! Pōneke (Hearts vs Bones)

Wellington

13/05/2023 - 20/05/2023

"Zings with improvisational talent and is deeply, deeply funny..

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