5 Star Comedy Preview 2013: 7 International guest Comedians

The 5 Star Comedy Preview 2013
7 International guest Comedians packed in to one huge 2 hour show

It is one of the most eagerly awaited shows in the annual NZ International Comedy Festival providing punters with a taste of things to come over the following 3 weeks.

In 2013 the ‘5 Star Comedy Preview’ introduces a host a brand new flavours, some scouted from the 2012 Edinburgh Fringe, the world biggest live comedy festival.

Who’s Who in 2013:

Tom Gleeson (Australia) – One of Melbourne’s finest and a popular trans-Tasman guest on TV3’s top rating ‘7 DAYS’ show.

Markus Birdman (England) – A veteran of 5 Edinburgh Fringe fests – “the all-round package; witty, controversial, hip, topical and silly” – The BBC

Elis James (Wales) – One of Britains finest emerging talents, combining story-telling, characters and straight stand-up with the charming delivery that has made James such a favourite on the British comedy circuit.

James Acaster (England) – 2012 Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee - “one of the sharpest comic minds to have emerged in recent years.” The Guardian UK

Andrew Bird (England) – “Absolutely charming. A great storyteller. Funny, likeable and effortless” Time Out UK

Stuart Goldsmith (England) – Definitely one to watch following 3 critically acclaimed solo shows over the last 3 Edinburgh Fringe Fests.

Chris Martin (England) – Very popular on debut here in the 2012 Festival, back with a new show in 2013 and looking forward to catching up with a growing legion of fans.

All these acts will be appearing in a variety of shows throughout the festival including their own award winning solo shows but the ‘5 Star Comedy Preview’ is a rare opportunity to see them altogether on the same stage.

The 5 Star Comedy Preview 2013
AUCKLAND ONLY
Dates: Thu 25 April – 8pm
Venue: SKYCITY Theatre, Auckland City
Tickets: Adults $49.50, Conc. $45.50
Bookings: 0800Ticketek or www.ticketek.co.nz

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