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Sunday, November 27, 2016

DURBAN COMEDY WEEK



(Stuart Taylor)

On Fire Comedy presents another run of top-class comedy shows throughout Durban, featuring some of South Africa’s hottest comedians sharing the stage with Durban’s best acts from November 27 to December 3!

This month, Barry Hilton performs his solo show – Evolver - in Hillcrest! Also on tour from out of town there’s Stuart Taylor (Cape Town) as well as Johannesburg funny man – Dave Levinsohn – and Zimbabwean national - George Kuda!

They’ll share the comedy stage with some of Durban’s funniest local acts: Darryl Williams; Richelieu B; Jem Atkins; ‘Some Blaqq Guy’; Andrew Hughes; Rory Petzer; Troy Tesla; Dylan Shawn; Mfundo; Mo Vawda; Kamz, and Kwanda Radebe

Stuart Taylor, with his unique blend of stand-up comedy and magic, is by far one of SA’s top entertainment acts. He has been performing magic since his teens when he studied this art at the College of Magic in Cape Town. He went on to become the reigning SA National Comedy Magic Champion, a title he held for three years. He has been performing stand-up comedy for the last 17 years and is a veteran of the varied comedy venues across South Africa.

November 27: Barry Hilton: Evolver Tour
Butler’s Restaurant (24 Old Main Road, Hillcrest) at 16h00. Tickets R150 at the door. Sunday carvery from 12h30 (cost: R175).
After what can only be described as one of the most successful careers in South African stand-up history, Barry Hilton’s new show, Evolver, takes it to the next level. Forged in the fire of the global comedy circuit from London to Hong Kong, this versatile and dynamic comedy icon works the room with magnetic charm and infectious ease.

November 30 at 20h30: Amsterdam Comedy Club (Glenwood)
Amsterdam Bar (143 Helen Joseph Road, Glenwood). Entrance R50. Info/Bookings: 031 811 5449 ; info@onfirecomedy.co.za
It’s Durban’s longest-standing monthly comedy venue! Dave Levinsohn hosts, and Stuart Taylor is headlining! The show includes hilarious Zimbabwean national – George Kuda as well as local favourites: Richelieu B; Daryl Williams; Kams; Some Blaqq Guy

December 1 at 20h30: Christmas Comedy Special!
New York Restaurant & Bar (101 Innes Rd, Morningside)Cost: R60. Info/Bookings 031 312 9605 or email - info@onfirecomedy.co.za
Christmas & Comedy mixes for a night of feasting and belly-laughs with a line-up guaranteed to entertain: Dave Levinsohn; Stuart Taylor; George Kuda; Dylan Shawn, and Ntshebe. Andrew Hughes takes the open slot!

December 2 at 20h30: Ballito Comedy Night
Umhlali Country Club (1 Compensation Road, Umhlali) Tickets R100. Pre-sales at the venue, or sales at the door on the night! Info/Bookings: 032 947 1181 or email functions@umhlaliclub.co.za
This month, on tour from JHB, there’s have the hilarious Dave Levinsohn joined by local favourite Jem Atkins as well as Zimbabwean comic George Kuda and up-and-coming comedy stars, Mo Vawda and Kwanda!.

December 3 at 20h30: DJC Comedy Night!
Durban Jewish Club (44 K E Masinga Road, North Beach). Cash bar, secure parking and hot food available. Tickets R80 at www.quicket.co.za / R100 at the door
Catch SA’s biggest comedians performing with Durban’s best delivering 90-minutes of non-stop comedy entertainment! This month's line-up features Stuart Taylor (Cpt); Dave Levinsohn (JHB); Jem Atkins; Rory Petzer (ECR); George Kuda (Zim); Mo Vawda, and Mfundo