Opinion: Ricky Gervais’ new comedy special is an explosive dud
Titled Armageddon, it’s the equivalent of being trapped by your boomer uncle at Xmas.
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Acclaimed Aussie comedy film showcases the Christmas spirit Downunder
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The comedian has continued to see his career go from strength to strength.
Chelsea Handler announces return to NZ
The Grammy-nominated comedian is visiting Auckland and Wellington next year.
Russell Howard on the delights of turning right and massaging Sam Neill’s pig
The last time comedian Russell Howard was in New Zealand, he could only turn left.
Bread, circus and a 1000m blow-up tent: Christchurch Buskers Festival returns
The city has blown out the big top with new venues and a 1000m2 inflatable hall.
Why funding comedy is no economic joke
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Watch: Jimmy Carr's bizarre run-in with NZ patched gang member
Jimmy Carr got more than he bargained for when he visited Hamilton.
Karl Puschmann: TikTok comedian Matt Rife’s leap to primetime an evolutionary misstep
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Fishing, house-hunting: Bill Bailey on his love affair with NZ and his nationwide tour
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‘Pain of losing you’: Cal Wilson's husband's heartbreaking tribute
Cal Wilson’s husband has shared a heartbreaking tribute about the loss of his wife.
Money Talks: Comedian James Mustapic on Celebrity Treasure Island, expensive blueberries
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Comedian Jerry Seinfeld announces return to New Zealand
The screen jokester and icon is coming back to Aotearoa with two shows up his sleeves.
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Someone asked: 'Who is Ben? I hear he’s really cool.'
Karl Puschmann: Can Bill Burr’s Old Dads learn any new tricks in his woke-roasting comedy?
It’s a coming-of-age film for men in their 50s who should know better.
NZ's rookie comedian of the year always 'the class clown'
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Little festival with big heart on in the ‘Stings
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Canoeing for Beginners: What would you do to get your hands on some money?
The Little Theatre’s end-of-year production is very loosely based on a famous news story.
Whanganui comedian Luke Tawi wins Raw Comedy title
“It’s putting our little city on the map.”
'Overwhelming demand': Dawn French announces extra NZ shows
After selling out multiple New Zealand shows, the star has added plenty more.
From fan to frontrunner: How James Mustapic took over Celebrity Treasure Island
Comedian James Mustapic has discovered himself on the set of Celebrity Treasure Island.
Cal Wilson's final video shows star in good spirits
The late comedian shared an adorable video where she was seen smiling and laughing.
Karl Puschmann: What’s the deal with the Seinfeld reunion?
The man who made a career out of nothing has just teased… well, something.
Kiwi comedian Cal Wilson's cause of death revealed
The star reportedly collapsed filming The Great Australian Bake Off.
Heartbreaking detail in resurfaced Cal Wilson interview
The comedian passed away yesterday after a 'short illness'.
Tributes pour in for 'kind, generous' Kiwi comedian Cal Wilson
Friends and fellow comedians have recalled Wilson's joy and positivity.
Hamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of Weird
Hamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.
British comedy queen Dawn French announces NZ tour
The star is set to return to Kiwi shores to provide a bunch of giggles.
Billy T nominees announced: Who will be NZ's next rising comedy star?
The nominees include a mix of TV regulars and stand up favourites
Ladies Night: classic Kiwi comedy meets Magic Mike in red hot live show
Ladies Night is coming to a town near you and is a must-see Kiwi comedy.
'I love trains - when they work,' rails stranded Kiwi comic
It's been a wild week for the comic, whose train trip was followed by 22 million people.
Why is the comedy industry home to so many questionable men?
On a dating app for artsy types, I found a hotbed of infidelity and weird obsessions.
How ‘dad jokes’ may prepare your kids for a lifetime of embarrassment
According to psychology, 'dad jokes' might be more than just a rite of passage for kids.
First impressions with Rose Matafeo: Meeting Mandela, becoming a comedian
Times: The Kiwi comedian on her hippie parents and the culture that made her.