David McPhail funeral today: Hundreds to farewell legendary funnyman
The pioneering comedian and satirist passed away last week, aged 76.
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Comedy Festival review: Arsebiscuits a charismatic representation of comedy and storytelling
Review: 'Arsebiscuits' is offbeat and jarring, yet light-hearted and honest.
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He developed mild flu symptoms yesterday and got a test in 'an abundance of caution'.
'Predatory behaviour': Comedian's foul-mouthed reply to abuse claims
Controversial comedian's foul-mouthed rant over allegations from musician ex-girlfriend.
Starstruck: Rose Matafeo's new sitcom hits NZ screens
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Te Radar: Comedy, cows and confidence crises on stage
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David McPhail on Muldoon, Gadsby, and why Ardern would be tough to satirise
Kiwi comedy pioneer David McPhail reflects from his rest home bedroom.
Local Focus: Raw Napier jokes bring raw comedy success
Warning - some of this comedy really is "raw".
Aussie comedian's ill-timed Prince Philip joke
Lewis Spears was told Philip had died just as he was making a pointed joke about the duke.
Watch: Comedian punched on stage by heckler after low-blow act
He provoked a heckler with a low-blow act. Then mayhem broke out.
Ben Elton: 'One thing I learnt a long time ago, never read reviews'
Acclaimed writer Ben Elton talks about his life and career.
Bill Bailey searches for normality post-lockdown in latest NZ tour
Bill Bailey has a very productive lockdown - it's formed the basis of his new show.
'Salmon! I love salmon!': Hilary Barry reacts to X-rated subtitle gaffe
That is most definitely not what she said.
Frida DeGuise: Boxing, doughnuts and stand-up comedy
She's a businesswoman, a mother and Australia's only Muslim, hijab-wearing comedian.
NZ v Oz: Top British comedian to host TVNZ comedy show
The legendary British comedian will host TVNZ 2's Patriot Brains.
Money Talks: Matt Heath on why accounting is his new rock n roll
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Russell Howard: Laughs out loud at the Aotea Centre
Russell Howard is here to tell us about the world, and the news isn't good.
Dave Chappelle gets Covid-19 after outing with celebrities
Dave Chappelle was spotted with the high-profile celebrities days before testing positive.
Border approvals for musicians, comedians a 'game of favourites'
The Government's approval process "doesn't stand the sniff test", industry veteran says.
Leigh Hart: A laugh over beer and chips
Comedian Leigh Hart talks through his journey to becoming a beer and chips magnate.
Arts in 2021: The big productions and festivals coming to Auckland
Theatre, dance, comedy and music - numerous events are coming to Auckland.
Report recommends selling or redeveloping Wellington's Opera House
Wellington's key venues are being used at half their capacity and are not fit for purpose.
Urzila Carlson: 'Comedy is a mighty oak that just keeps growing'
Elisabeth Easther talks to comedian Urzila Carlson about her life and work.
Jerry Seinfeld digs into 45 years of jokes
Jerry Seinfeld is compiling thousands of jokes he's built up over the years in a new book.
Review: The Comedy Gala finds the funny in 2020
It's the closest thing New Zealand will get to the Comedy Festival this year.
Watch: Comedian glassed after trying to kick heckler during on-stage meltdown
It was supposed to be a night of laughs. It turned into bottles kicked and glasses flying.
Trumped? Sacha Baron Cohen's bold move
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Karl Puschmann: Does Educators flunk out or go to the top of the class?
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COMMENT: Have you heard the one about the Horndog and the Showman?
Justine Smith: 'Quite a lot of the hate towards women comes from other women'
'I always knew I wanted to perform.'