Anna Brennan
“Stand up comedy might be seen as a very individual artform, but when it comes to learning the craft, organising shows and getting ahead in the industry, it really is a team sport,” Jodie said. “Distance makes it more challenging for rural and regional comedians starting out, and Remotely Funny bridges that gap by providing industry training, networking with established performers, and harnessing the power of the internet to deliver group shows.”
To watch the show, follow Remotely Funny here and be online at 8pm AEST on Wednesday, April 21 when the show will be streamed live. If you’re not on Facebook you can also join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89324306947 or if you don’t have internet access you can listen live by calling (07) 3185 3730 and entering meeting code 893 2430 6947.
Premium Content
Who grew up in the best hometown in Queensland?
An upcoming comedy show will feature seven Queensland comedians who have been tasked with promoting their hometowns as the next big thing in tourism, or maybe they’ll just roast them instead.
Rockhampton comedian and event organiser Jodie van de Wetering organised the Remotely Funny comedy project to help regional comedians be part of a livestreamed show, given they don’t have many opportunities to perform at the bigger gigs.
“I thought if we can use that when everything’s locked down to the pandemic, could we use that as an opportunity for comedians in rural and regional areas,” she said.
Qld comedians to roast towns in Zoom event qt.com.au - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from qt.com.au Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.