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Harpur’s Bizarre Presents:Immortal Combat


Harpur’s Bizarre Presents:IMMORTAL COMBAT
Featuring Sarah Harpur

WINNER “BEST COMEDY” Dunedin Fringe 2011

Death is pretty deadly. Is it an epidemic that must be cured, or part of life?

Meet Sarahtron 4 million (who died in 2011 and was stored in the freeezer next to the peas and her granddand) as she gives you glimpses into the future of humanity and life extension.

It is entirely possible that we will see medical immortality in our lifetime - consciousness downloaded onto a hard drive, frozen brains in cryogenic thermoses and robotic body parts.

But if we leave behind an awesome legacy, is it necessary? George Forman named his five sons George. What a dick! Some girl in England holds the world record for 'worm charming', while other kids are climbing Mount Everest, sailing the world solo or becoming Justin Beiber.

An entirely original work, that is innovative, challenging and pushes the boundaries of traditional stand up comedy, through the use of theatrical elements, monologues, music, multimedia and more complex lighting and sound design. IMMORTAL COMBAT will be directed by top Canadian comedian Derek Flores.

Frozen brains. Obsession with fame. Cancer the Musical.
It's IMMORTAL COMBAT!


SARAH HARPUR: Originally from Dannevirke, this Wellington comic, began her career in stand up in 2008. Tackling pressing social issues like cannibalism and cat abortion, she quickly made her mark on the local comedy scene. Sarah is also a budding rock god who will delight meat eaters and vegans alike with her musical numbers, and one half of ‘The Comediettes’.

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She is also the creator of the hugely popular blog, www.harpursbizarre.com <http://www.harpursbizarre.com> , and star of the online web series, 101 Dates which is screening at the LA web Festival in March.

Sarah has just returned from a 20 show season at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival with her critically acclaimed solo show, Life. Death. Pets; and is also confirmed to perform this show at the Adelaide Fringe Festival in 2011.

WINNER - 2011 Best Comedy Dunedin Fringe Festival * WINNER- 2009 RAW Comedy Quest * WINNER- 2009 ‘Best Newcomer’- NZ Comedy Guild Awards * NOMINEE- 2010 ‘Best Comedy’ and ‘Best Marketing’ – NZ Fringe Festival Awards * NOMINEE- 2010 ‘Best Newcomer’ – NZ International Comedy Festival Awards

“Sarah Harpur brings an infectious, slightly clownish glee to her roles.” - Theatreview

“a delinquent sunbeam” – Kate Blackhurst, Lumiere Reader

WELLINGTON
Dates: 11 – 14 May, 10.00pm
Venue: Fringe Bar, Cnr Cuba and Vivian Sts, Wellington
Tickets: Adults $16, Conc. $12 (service fees will apply)
Bookings: www.ticketek.co.nz or 0800 TICKETEK

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