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We have resurrected your favourite popes from across history to compete in the ultimate quiz game! Innocent III? He's here! Benedict IV??? You betcha! Borgias abound and Medici's are in the mix too. Get ready for The Chaser: Pontiff Edition!!
Begin with a circle. Work your way up, slowly. Bravely. The Macarena happens to completion. Scream. This is how you summon Sexy Ghost Boy, the award winning and hilariously f***able spirit haunting Whiskey & Wood this Fringe. The show dissects the unspoken rituals and micro neurosis we have around sex and the presentation of ourselves as sexual agents. Satirical in its burlesque and invigorating in its clown, this wordless performance inspires the audience to heroically rebel against insecurity. Described by witnesses as a hot mess mash up of Mr Bean and Marina Abramović, it has split the sides of audiences across New Zealand and is boldly propositioning Wellingtonians to have an unforgettable evening of Theatre. Organised Chaos Award / Auckland Fringe 2024 Bizarre and Charming Award / Hasting Fringe 2024 Nominated for Outstanding Performer / Dunedin Fringe 2025 "A theatrical alchemist, Fenn has the rare talent to create something ridiculous yet very clever." - Rosheen Fitzgerald, Theatreview"I left with a sore throat and vaguely manic euphoria from laughing so uproariously" Ellen Murray, Theatreview"we both feel so... I don't even know how to describe it. I feel like I'm floating while simultaneously feeling grounded, I'm ecstatic while also very chill. Maybe it's the full moon, or maybe I'm just a little bit possessed by the Sexy Ghost Boy" Laura Ferguson, Art Murmurs
Someone wakes up. It is a working man. They are a bug! Sounds familiar, doesn't it... Insects in lab coats, an exterminator's moral crisis, a rude bug, lamp-obsessed moths and phone-life balance: this playful work hops from scene to scene, crafting an absurd odyssey through the minds of two clowns. CRUSH THE BUG is a new New Zealand clown work from recent Ecole Phillipe Gaulier alumni Daniel Nodder and Sean Burnett Dugdale-Martin after successful development in New Zealand and internationally. These award-winning clowns have concocted an interactive clown show about confusion, metamorphosis, togetherness, and humans' great capacity for passionate distractedness.
You like standup comedy!? You like lemonade!? Join Kipling DC (and some special guest comedians) while they test all new jokes, and give you some sweet, sour, and fresh lemonade! (There will be actual Lemonade). Kipling DC is the self proclaimed 'Big Dog' of Wellington comedy. This jack russell with a microphone uses his quick wit and killer crowd work to leave his audiences in stitches and constantly guessing about what's coming next.Hailing originally from the mighty Whangārei, this award comedian has taken his jokes up and down Aotearoa and left nothing off the table. He's a little self deprecating, a little bit cheeky, especially silly, and most of all very very funny! Ngāpuhi, Te Hikutu. 2026 Billy T NomineeNominated - Best Comedian, Wellington Comedy Awards 2024Nominated - Best Show, Wellington Comedy Awards 2024Nominated - Best MC, Wellington Comedy Awards 2023
Saddle Up & Set Sail is an exciting, swashbuckling adventure featuring the magical pirate Jack Albatross and "The Fastest Pun In The West... Coast" Silly The Kid. Our two heroes clash as both are searching for the same treasure, but over the course of the show learn to appreciate each others skills and learn about the value of teamwork and friendship. This show contains amazing magic, terrible jokes, line dancing, shoe-based combat and heaps of interaction with the kids.Steve Wilbury is Jack Albatross. Steve is a globe-trotting entertainer whose journey began on the streets with a deck of cards, a few circus props, and an irrepressible grin. Over the past twenty years, he has taken his unique blend of comedy, circus, and award-winning magic to audiences across five continents. Career highlights include five star reviews and festival awards, multiple international tours, and countless unforgettable performances at events ranging from street festivals to corporate galas.Taylor Ruddle is Silly The Kid. A multi award-winning Christchurch comedian, Taylor is known for his friendly, relaxed delivery. He performs a mix of storytelling, one liners and satire in his cheeky pop-culture and wordplay-laden style.Taylor has been performing since 2015 and has opened for such acts as Aunty Donna, Joe Daymond and Blake Pavey. Taylor's most recent theatrical performance was as Papa Bear in the completely sold out 12 show run at The Malthouse Theatre in Christchurch.Saddle Up & Set Sail is aimed at children 5 and up, and promises to be an interactive experience full of mind blowing magic and belly laughter that you won't soon forget
Two teams of music lovers battle it out in musical comedian Troubadette's brand new game show Tune in a Bucket. Led by team captains Clever Hansel and Cordy Black, our contestants go head to head in a series of musical challenges, inspired by a bucket full of bangers. Who will hit the high notes? Who will fall flat? Which team will come out on top in all-out acapella war?
Steve Wilbury navigates the ups and downs of his life, the audience witnesses how he uses humor and magic as tools for coping with adversity. Each surgical scar becomes a symbol of strength, and every setback becomes an opportunity for transformation. Steve's witty banter and awe-inspiring illusions not only entertain but also inspire, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we can find the magic in life's challenges. "The Unluckiest Magician" is a celebration of the human spirit's ability to triumph over adversity, showing that our most difficult circumstances can empower us to see life as it truly is.
Gabby is not afraid of hard work - she'll happily sit next to others doing it. Now her notebook is overflowing with ideas, so it's time to hit the stage and work. Expect jokes written, rewritten, and possibly unwritten, as Natasha Bedingfield intended. A joyful work-in-progress you won't want to miss."Anderson has a sharp mind and sharper wit" - NZ Herald"Captivating energy" - Theatreview"Wholesome and insightful" - SpinoffGabby Anderson is an award-winning comedian based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. She burst onto the New Zealand comedy scene in 2018, winning the National Raw Comedy Quest. Since then she has been nominated for the prestigious Billy T Award (2023), toured nationwide, moved to Australia, and returned to bring the laughs back home.
He's here to kick ass and take kidneys. And he's all out of ass. And kidneys. From the Tim Burton of Taranaki, The Most Haunted Comedian in New Zealand brings you a stand-up comedy show for anyone who's ever thought about donating a kidney, anyone who hasn't thought about donating a kidney, and anyone who might know a guy who knows a guy who does a sneaky cashie. Callum's exhausted every possible avenue, from family, to friends, to strangers, to dead strangers.He's explored the possibility of inter-species transplantation and technological imitations. Dedicated to anyone that's ever dealt with the health system. Best Comedian, Comedy Hub Awards, 2022, 2023, 2024Best Out-of-Towner, Wellington Comedy Awards, 2024Best Newcomer, DIY Awards, 2021Best Newcomer, Comedy Hub Awards, 2021 Nominated Best Comedian, Nelson Fringe Awards, 2024Nominated Breakthrough Act, Comedy Guild Awards, 2023Nominated Best Newcomer, Comedy Guild Awards, 2022Runner-up, National Raw Comedy Quest, 2022
Two teams of music lovers battle it out in musical comedian Troubadette's brand new game show Tune in a Bucket. Led by team captains Clever Hansel and Cordy Black, our contestants go head to head in a series of musical challenges, inspired by a bucket full of bangers. Who will hit the high notes? Who will fall flat? Which team will come out on top in all-out acapella war?
The award winning Renegade Cabaret returns to Wellington! After 2 smash hit seasons in 2025, we're bringing the sequins and sleaze back to the Pōneke Fringe with ten wild shows. Circus artists, burlesque babes, and cabaret queers from around Aotearoa are descending upon Pōneke to serve up the fringiest bits of the fest. Enjoy a celebration on the strange at Whisky & Wood. We're serving up a buffet of scandalous stunts, death defying acts, and idiotic party tricks. Roll the dice, spin the wheel, and mix the metaphor as experienced artists offer us their oddest acts. Each night promises a lineup that's unrepeatable, unpredictable, and potentially unmentionable.This will get weird. . .
Wellingtons hit new quarterly comedy variety show has lined itself up nicely for FRINGE! Featuring your favourite recurring cast of clowns, comedians and improvisors THIS SEASON the Devils are focusing on games to play WITH THE AUDIENCE (think of the infamous watermelon smash).
Me vs Myself dives into the mental struggle between the side of the mind that colors inside the lines, and the side that scribbles over everything. Gerard Dougherty returns from last year's critically acclaimed Hang in There! with an hour of sharp, unpredictable comedy. "Nothing short of brilliant, deeply introspective, and undeniably authentic. His preternatural, almost ungodly comedic talents can only be explained through some Faustian bargain." -- Theatre Review Expect premeditated visual metaphors, carefully plotted jokes, and absurdly precise punchlines,intertwined with improvised detours and audience-fueled chaos. After all, it's an argument with myself -- and I'll need you to back me up.
Having Blitzed the UK's controversial Citizenship Test, Award Winning Comedian and Freshly Minted Brit Sully O'Sullivan shines a light on the reality of Britain's claims to Greatness. Like how do you apologise for accidentally hanging a Monkey because you thought it was a French spy? Was Queen Elizabeth really her own cousin? And what's actually in Brown Sauce? "After two decades gigging in every nook & cranny of Old Blighty, Sully O'Sullivan celebrates and satirises all that's great about Britannia in one comedic swoop!" Scottish Comedy Festival "a wicked sense of humour" BBC "a blast of hilarity" Manchester Evening News "This show is ABSOLUTELY NOT sanctioned by the British Tourism Board" britishtourismboard.org.uk
Internationally touring comedian Jez Watts (AUS) returns to Wellington with a brand new hour. Hot off the heels of his first full-length special this show is all new dirty jokes, bits and stories from his time living all over the world.Tour support for Sam Tallent, James Donald Forbes McCann, Duncan Trussell, He Huang and loads more - Jez has been seen on stages across 7 countries and 55+ festivals worldwide. Expect jokes from his time as a soldier, husband, international traveller and drug enthusiast.****½ 'The blend of dark, satirical and proper naughty comedy does wonders to bolster his drug-fuelled and sexual encounter stories fittingly, leaving you on the edge of your seat as more outrageous details spill out. ' Fringefeed****1/2 Perth Happenings **** 'Watts is a standout' The Music **** Fourth Wall **** "Hilarious" Whats On In Adelaide
Orin Ruaine-Prattley turns his back on the mainstream style that brought him early success and stumbles hairlessly into the world of alternative stand-up. He wrestles with politics and the predictability of mainstream comedy, finding humour in the cracks where stand-up falls apart. Critiquing comedians like Jimmy Carr, Joe Rogan, Chris Bishop and Elon Musk, Orin takes on figures who chase outrage and confuse controversy for substance. Can Orin's "performative" comedy speak truth to power? Or will his act become part of the same circus he so pretentiously tries to expose? Layered, experimental, and unapologetically satirically, Orin Performs Performative Stand-Up Comedy delivers a bold new voice in Aotearoa's comedy landscape. Awards: ⭐ 2023 New Zealand International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer ⭐ 2023 NZ Fringe Most Promising Pasifika Artist Nominee ⭐ 2021 Wellington RAW Comedy Quest Winner ⭐ 2021 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Newcomer
Neil Thornton, that grumpy bearded guy who's won all kinds of awards (Best Comedian, Best MC) is back with an hour of new material about his lifelong, ceaseless, and futile struggles and obsessions. Protagonists, Antagonists, and the questionable use of an injectable agonist. "Thornton is just a master of the craft of comedy - the room is totally unified and he knows how to follow our responses." - Theatreview "A bold performer with intelligent material. Constantly amusing and thought-provoking." - ruminator.co.nz Outstanding Contribution to the Industry, New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards, 2023 Best Industry Helper, 2018, 2019, 2020 Wellington Comedy Awards Best MC, 2022 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Comedian, 2020 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Male Comedian, 2020 Cartel Comedy Awards Best Mentor, 2021 Cartel Comedy Awards
We have resurrected your favourite popes from across history to compete in the ultimate quiz game! Innocent III? He's here! Benedict IV??? You betcha! Borgias abound and Medici's are in the mix too. Get ready for The Chaser: Pontiff Edition!!
Begin with a circle. Work your way up, slowly. Bravely. The Macarena happens to completion. Scream. This is how you summon Sexy Ghost Boy, the award winning and hilariously f***able spirit haunting Whiskey & Wood this Fringe. The show dissects the unspoken rituals and micro neurosis we have around sex and the presentation of ourselves as sexual agents. Satirical in its burlesque and invigorating in its clown, this wordless performance inspires the audience to heroically rebel against insecurity. Described by witnesses as a hot mess mash up of Mr Bean and Marina Abramović, it has split the sides of audiences across New Zealand and is boldly propositioning Wellingtonians to have an unforgettable evening of Theatre. Organised Chaos Award / Auckland Fringe 2024 Bizarre and Charming Award / Hasting Fringe 2024 Nominated for Outstanding Performer / Dunedin Fringe 2025 "A theatrical alchemist, Fenn has the rare talent to create something ridiculous yet very clever." - Rosheen Fitzgerald, Theatreview"I left with a sore throat and vaguely manic euphoria from laughing so uproariously" Ellen Murray, Theatreview"we both feel so... I don't even know how to describe it. I feel like I'm floating while simultaneously feeling grounded, I'm ecstatic while also very chill. Maybe it's the full moon, or maybe I'm just a little bit possessed by the Sexy Ghost Boy" Laura Ferguson, Art Murmurs
Someone wakes up. It is a working man. They are a bug! Sounds familiar, doesn't it... Insects in lab coats, an exterminator's moral crisis, a rude bug, lamp-obsessed moths and phone-life balance: this playful work hops from scene to scene, crafting an absurd odyssey through the minds of two clowns. CRUSH THE BUG is a new New Zealand clown work from recent Ecole Phillipe Gaulier alumni Daniel Nodder and Sean Burnett Dugdale-Martin after successful development in New Zealand and internationally. These award-winning clowns have concocted an interactive clown show about confusion, metamorphosis, togetherness, and humans' great capacity for passionate distractedness.
You like standup comedy!? You like lemonade!? Join Kipling DC (and some special guest comedians) while they test all new jokes, and give you some sweet, sour, and fresh lemonade! (There will be actual Lemonade). Kipling DC is the self proclaimed 'Big Dog' of Wellington comedy. This jack russell with a microphone uses his quick wit and killer crowd work to leave his audiences in stitches and constantly guessing about what's coming next.Hailing originally from the mighty Whangārei, this award comedian has taken his jokes up and down Aotearoa and left nothing off the table. He's a little self deprecating, a little bit cheeky, especially silly, and most of all very very funny! Ngāpuhi, Te Hikutu. 2026 Billy T NomineeNominated - Best Comedian, Wellington Comedy Awards 2024Nominated - Best Show, Wellington Comedy Awards 2024Nominated - Best MC, Wellington Comedy Awards 2023
Saddle Up & Set Sail is an exciting, swashbuckling adventure featuring the magical pirate Jack Albatross and "The Fastest Pun In The West... Coast" Silly The Kid. Our two heroes clash as both are searching for the same treasure, but over the course of the show learn to appreciate each others skills and learn about the value of teamwork and friendship. This show contains amazing magic, terrible jokes, line dancing, shoe-based combat and heaps of interaction with the kids.Steve Wilbury is Jack Albatross. Steve is a globe-trotting entertainer whose journey began on the streets with a deck of cards, a few circus props, and an irrepressible grin. Over the past twenty years, he has taken his unique blend of comedy, circus, and award-winning magic to audiences across five continents. Career highlights include five star reviews and festival awards, multiple international tours, and countless unforgettable performances at events ranging from street festivals to corporate galas.Taylor Ruddle is Silly The Kid. A multi award-winning Christchurch comedian, Taylor is known for his friendly, relaxed delivery. He performs a mix of storytelling, one liners and satire in his cheeky pop-culture and wordplay-laden style.Taylor has been performing since 2015 and has opened for such acts as Aunty Donna, Joe Daymond and Blake Pavey. Taylor's most recent theatrical performance was as Papa Bear in the completely sold out 12 show run at The Malthouse Theatre in Christchurch.Saddle Up & Set Sail is aimed at children 5 and up, and promises to be an interactive experience full of mind blowing magic and belly laughter that you won't soon forget
Two teams of music lovers battle it out in musical comedian Troubadette's brand new game show Tune in a Bucket. Led by team captains Clever Hansel and Cordy Black, our contestants go head to head in a series of musical challenges, inspired by a bucket full of bangers. Who will hit the high notes? Who will fall flat? Which team will come out on top in all-out acapella war?
Steve Wilbury navigates the ups and downs of his life, the audience witnesses how he uses humor and magic as tools for coping with adversity. Each surgical scar becomes a symbol of strength, and every setback becomes an opportunity for transformation. Steve's witty banter and awe-inspiring illusions not only entertain but also inspire, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we can find the magic in life's challenges. "The Unluckiest Magician" is a celebration of the human spirit's ability to triumph over adversity, showing that our most difficult circumstances can empower us to see life as it truly is.
Gabby is not afraid of hard work - she'll happily sit next to others doing it. Now her notebook is overflowing with ideas, so it's time to hit the stage and work. Expect jokes written, rewritten, and possibly unwritten, as Natasha Bedingfield intended. A joyful work-in-progress you won't want to miss."Anderson has a sharp mind and sharper wit" - NZ Herald"Captivating energy" - Theatreview"Wholesome and insightful" - SpinoffGabby Anderson is an award-winning comedian based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. She burst onto the New Zealand comedy scene in 2018, winning the National Raw Comedy Quest. Since then she has been nominated for the prestigious Billy T Award (2023), toured nationwide, moved to Australia, and returned to bring the laughs back home.
He's here to kick ass and take kidneys. And he's all out of ass. And kidneys. From the Tim Burton of Taranaki, The Most Haunted Comedian in New Zealand brings you a stand-up comedy show for anyone who's ever thought about donating a kidney, anyone who hasn't thought about donating a kidney, and anyone who might know a guy who knows a guy who does a sneaky cashie. Callum's exhausted every possible avenue, from family, to friends, to strangers, to dead strangers.He's explored the possibility of inter-species transplantation and technological imitations. Dedicated to anyone that's ever dealt with the health system. Best Comedian, Comedy Hub Awards, 2022, 2023, 2024Best Out-of-Towner, Wellington Comedy Awards, 2024Best Newcomer, DIY Awards, 2021Best Newcomer, Comedy Hub Awards, 2021 Nominated Best Comedian, Nelson Fringe Awards, 2024Nominated Breakthrough Act, Comedy Guild Awards, 2023Nominated Best Newcomer, Comedy Guild Awards, 2022Runner-up, National Raw Comedy Quest, 2022
Two teams of music lovers battle it out in musical comedian Troubadette's brand new game show Tune in a Bucket. Led by team captains Clever Hansel and Cordy Black, our contestants go head to head in a series of musical challenges, inspired by a bucket full of bangers. Who will hit the high notes? Who will fall flat? Which team will come out on top in all-out acapella war?
The award winning Renegade Cabaret returns to Wellington! After 2 smash hit seasons in 2025, we're bringing the sequins and sleaze back to the Pōneke Fringe with ten wild shows. Circus artists, burlesque babes, and cabaret queers from around Aotearoa are descending upon Pōneke to serve up the fringiest bits of the fest. Enjoy a celebration on the strange at Whisky & Wood. We're serving up a buffet of scandalous stunts, death defying acts, and idiotic party tricks. Roll the dice, spin the wheel, and mix the metaphor as experienced artists offer us their oddest acts. Each night promises a lineup that's unrepeatable, unpredictable, and potentially unmentionable.This will get weird. . .
Wellingtons hit new quarterly comedy variety show has lined itself up nicely for FRINGE! Featuring your favourite recurring cast of clowns, comedians and improvisors THIS SEASON the Devils are focusing on games to play WITH THE AUDIENCE (think of the infamous watermelon smash).
Me vs Myself dives into the mental struggle between the side of the mind that colors inside the lines, and the side that scribbles over everything. Gerard Dougherty returns from last year's critically acclaimed Hang in There! with an hour of sharp, unpredictable comedy. "Nothing short of brilliant, deeply introspective, and undeniably authentic. His preternatural, almost ungodly comedic talents can only be explained through some Faustian bargain." -- Theatre Review Expect premeditated visual metaphors, carefully plotted jokes, and absurdly precise punchlines,intertwined with improvised detours and audience-fueled chaos. After all, it's an argument with myself -- and I'll need you to back me up.
Having Blitzed the UK's controversial Citizenship Test, Award Winning Comedian and Freshly Minted Brit Sully O'Sullivan shines a light on the reality of Britain's claims to Greatness. Like how do you apologise for accidentally hanging a Monkey because you thought it was a French spy? Was Queen Elizabeth really her own cousin? And what's actually in Brown Sauce? "After two decades gigging in every nook & cranny of Old Blighty, Sully O'Sullivan celebrates and satirises all that's great about Britannia in one comedic swoop!" Scottish Comedy Festival "a wicked sense of humour" BBC "a blast of hilarity" Manchester Evening News "This show is ABSOLUTELY NOT sanctioned by the British Tourism Board" britishtourismboard.org.uk
Internationally touring comedian Jez Watts (AUS) returns to Wellington with a brand new hour. Hot off the heels of his first full-length special this show is all new dirty jokes, bits and stories from his time living all over the world.Tour support for Sam Tallent, James Donald Forbes McCann, Duncan Trussell, He Huang and loads more - Jez has been seen on stages across 7 countries and 55+ festivals worldwide. Expect jokes from his time as a soldier, husband, international traveller and drug enthusiast.****½ 'The blend of dark, satirical and proper naughty comedy does wonders to bolster his drug-fuelled and sexual encounter stories fittingly, leaving you on the edge of your seat as more outrageous details spill out. ' Fringefeed****1/2 Perth Happenings **** 'Watts is a standout' The Music **** Fourth Wall **** "Hilarious" Whats On In Adelaide
Orin Ruaine-Prattley turns his back on the mainstream style that brought him early success and stumbles hairlessly into the world of alternative stand-up. He wrestles with politics and the predictability of mainstream comedy, finding humour in the cracks where stand-up falls apart. Critiquing comedians like Jimmy Carr, Joe Rogan, Chris Bishop and Elon Musk, Orin takes on figures who chase outrage and confuse controversy for substance. Can Orin's "performative" comedy speak truth to power? Or will his act become part of the same circus he so pretentiously tries to expose? Layered, experimental, and unapologetically satirically, Orin Performs Performative Stand-Up Comedy delivers a bold new voice in Aotearoa's comedy landscape. Awards: ⭐ 2023 New Zealand International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer ⭐ 2023 NZ Fringe Most Promising Pasifika Artist Nominee ⭐ 2021 Wellington RAW Comedy Quest Winner ⭐ 2021 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Newcomer
Neil Thornton, that grumpy bearded guy who's won all kinds of awards (Best Comedian, Best MC) is back with an hour of new material about his lifelong, ceaseless, and futile struggles and obsessions. Protagonists, Antagonists, and the questionable use of an injectable agonist. "Thornton is just a master of the craft of comedy - the room is totally unified and he knows how to follow our responses." - Theatreview "A bold performer with intelligent material. Constantly amusing and thought-provoking." - ruminator.co.nz Outstanding Contribution to the Industry, New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards, 2023 Best Industry Helper, 2018, 2019, 2020 Wellington Comedy Awards Best MC, 2022 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Comedian, 2020 Wellington Comedy Awards Best Male Comedian, 2020 Cartel Comedy Awards Best Mentor, 2021 Cartel Comedy Awards