Billy T Billy Episode Two: James Mustapic and Guy Montgomery
10 May, 2021 06:00 PM
3 minutes to read James Mustapic Stent with 2014 winner Guy Montgomery.
NZ Herald
Competition in comedy, online fame and an obsession with former TV host Drew Neemia are amongst the bevy of topics discussed in the second episode of NZME s new comedy podcast
Billy T Billy.
The podcast is giving this year s nominees of the prestigious Billy T Award at the New Zealand International Comedy Festival the chance to seek advice from former winners – as well as discuss all things comedy and what it s really like being a comedian in New Zealand.
Billy T Billy Podcast: Brynley Stent and Angella Dravid
9 May, 2021 05:00 PM
3 minutes to read
Brynley Stent and Angella Dravid.
NZ Herald
Dark senses of humour, choosing sketch over stand-up and online feedback are on the agenda in the first episode of NZME s new comedy podcast.
Billy T Billy is giving this year s nominees of the prestigious Billy T Award at the New Zealand International Comedy Festival the chance to seek advice from former winners – as well as discuss all things comedy and what it s really like being a comedian in New Zealand.
Brynley Stent is a 2021 nominee for the Billy T award. Photo / Michael Craig
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The Broadway blockbuster Jersey Boys is coming to NZ in 2021. Join the waitlist today and don t miss the opportunity to see this spectacular production live in Auckland and Wellington.
Auckland may be heading into the chillier months, but rest assured the descent in temperatures isn’t synonymous with the city’s cultural scene cooling off. May is packed to the rafters with multiple opportunities to throw on a jacket, get out of the house and indulge in a show, exhibition, comedy gig, ballet or music concert. There’s also plenty of comic relief for anyone who requires it, thanks to the return of the annual International New Zealand Comedy Festival.
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You can still catch a bunch of MICF shows on demand via the festival’s digital hub.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival has come and gone for another year, but it’s not quite over just yet. While the festival’s run has concluded, you can still watch a spread of MICF shows and content online until Friday April 30.
From behind the curtain peeks to classic clips, panels and more, the laughs keep on coming with MICF’s newly-launched digital hub.
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Crafted as a result of the impact COVID-19 had on both last year’s cancelled festival and this year’s reduced-capacity events, the online space allows comedy fans from across the country to enjoy MICF from the comfort of their own homes.
We chat to The People of Cabaret director Miss Cairo ahead of the event. Melbourne International Comedy Festival‘s Festival Club presents an extravaganza of glitz, glamour, hilarity and variety this Saturday April 17 as The People of Cabaret take over the beloved Forum Theatre for its Variety Spectacular. With alternative comedy, drag performances, cabaret scenes, […]