COMEDY

BACK TO BORGE

17 Jun 2010 to 01 Aug 2010 Music, Theatre, Comedy
Armed with nothing but a grand piano and an irreverent sense of humour, Jonathan Roxmouth takes the audience on a laugh-a-minute marathon through the wacky world of famous Danish Pianist and Comedian Victor Borge in his brand new one-man show directed by fellow madman, Alan Swerdlow. Teatro Montecasino

BEGUM NAWAZISH ALI

02 Sep 2010 to 04 Sep 2010 Theatre, Comedy
BEGUM NAWAZISH ALI - Pakistan's Queen of Talk, a la Oprah, currently hosts TV show in both Pakistan and India, interviewing business tycoons, actors, government and religious leaders. asking provocative and flirty questions especially to her male guests. Begums alter ego, Ali Saleem, has taken the satirical art of female impersonation to new heights and is on par with the likes of South Africa's Grande Dame, Evita Bezuidenhout. Rendezvous Theatre. State Theatre

CAPITAL ARTS FESTIVAL 2010

27 Aug 2010 to 07 Sep 2010 Music, Theatre, Comedy
TOUR OF THE WORLD IN TSHWANE - the City, graced by the Union Buildings, powered by importance of the Reserve Bank, enriched by offerings of The South African State Theatre, and home to global embassies and consulates; a melting pot of language, culture and experience. This unique platform for meeting different people and interacting with different cultures, with artists who communicate through art and a strong builder of bridges between international cultures. Program offers theatre goers, music lovers, fashion followers and all those interested in the human spirit, an opportunity to delight their senses. State Theatre Pretoria

Comedian Jeff Dunham live in SA

18 Sep 2010 to 24 Sep 2010 Theatre, Roadshow, Comedy
The voice behind character catch phrase Achmed the Dead Terrorists - Silence! I Keel You - has taken the art of ventriloquism to new heights by transforming it into a cutting-edge comedy experience that has taken the world by storm. One of his characters video clips, has been viewed well over 100 million times. The secret to Dunhams comedic genius and unprecedented success is found in the believable real personalities he has created.Dunhams appeal straddles international borders as well as any cultural barriers as he feels it is his mission to not just entertain but touch people's lives.
• Tour Dates South Africa:
• Sun City, SuperBowl: 18 Sept
• Joburg: Carnival City, Big Top Arena: 23 Sept
• Cape Town: GrandWest, Grand Arena: 24 Sept

CRACKS AND THE CITY

05 Jul 2010 to 11 Jul 2010 Showbizz, Theatre, Comedy
Experience life through eyes of this rare stellar collection of some of the most hilarious women all gathered in one place for one crazy week only. Honorary “crack” Marc Lottering hosts the show. Features, alongside award-winning comedic actress Anthea Thompson, two young actresses, Shimmy Isaacs and Anne Hirsch and veteran award-winning columnist Marianne Thamm. Baxter Theatre - Flipside - Cape Town

DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN

03 Aug 2010 to 14 Aug 2010 Theatre, Comedy
Rob Beckers hilarious - and informative - comedy about the differences between the sexes continues its phenomenal run with Alan Committie, who energetically and with great aplomb, defends the sometimes primitive behaviour of the modern-day Caveman. Theatre on the Bay, Cape Town

DIRT

25 Aug 2010 to 11 Sep 2010 Theatre, Comedy
Cairns’ breathtaking style of theatre sees him effortlessly jump between numerous characters, deftly using props to switch settings and move the story along. His acute observations of people ensures he artfully captures each one of his interesting, and often shady, characters, and he can take the audience from laughter to tears in a few swift moves, while keeping them on the edge of their seats as the story unfolds.
Ages 13 years and up. Kalk Bay Theatre

GROET DIE GROTMAN

08 Sep 2010 to 12 Sep 2010 Theatre, Comedy
DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN is a humoristic exploration of the differences between men and women and how those differences cause us to misunderstand each other completely. And says Hannes Muller: "Ek is die grotman! Ek is die jagter! En alle mans is nie poepholle nie! Ons sien julle by GROET DIE GROTMAN!" Arena - State Theatre Pretoria.

MARC LOTTERING NOT IN 3D

24 Aug 2010 to 11 Sep 2010 Night Life, Showbizz, Theatre, Comedy
Lottering's latest stand-up material, as well as hilarious appearances by his alter egos Auntie Merle Abrahams and Smiley the taxi dude. Mark shares his views on how to prevent others from using cell phones whilst at the movies. Cape Town's favourite comedian also provides insight as to how to make love to foreigners. NOT suitable for children, showruns for 80 minutes without an interval. Tues - Sat - On Broadway Cape Town

Parkers Comedy and Jive

19 Jun 2010 to 31 Dec 2010 Night Life, Theatre, Comedy
Brainchild of SA comedy stalwart Joe Parker, Parker’s Comedy & Jive is the realisation of a long-term dream to provide a regular home for stand-up comedy and develop the art as a regular attraction in the vein of theatre and movies. On the Bill : Joe Parker, Alain D Woolf, Tshepo Mogale, Darren Maule, Alyn Adams, Mark Banks, Melt Sieberhagen, Krijay Govender, Martin Davis, Chris Forrest and David Kibuuka – an unbeatable comedic combination! Montecasino Johannesburg