Witness the crazy comedy events in Wellington at the venues near you to laugh till your belly hurts. You cannot miss the chance to witness the popular names of the comedy scene. There are improv workshops, comedy class and comedy shows in Wellington too where you can try your hands out.
Lighten yourself and laugh it out at a comedy event near you in Wellington.
Coco at The Roxy , 5 Park Road, Wellington, New Zealand 6022, Wellington, New Zealand
Five senses. Five films. And a dish and beverage to match each! Your mini film festival selection is specially curated by The Roxy team, with each movie chosen to evoke one of the five senses, paired with a cocktail and tasty treat from CoCo to enjoy wi... Read More
Meow , 9 Edward Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Join Green Party Co-leader James Shaw and Wellington's own drag king and comedian Hugo Grrrl for a conversation about the Green Party's journey in government and where we’re headed next. The Green Party have the vision, the policies, and now the track re... Read More
Sacred Heart College , Lower Hutt, 65 Laings Road, Wellington, New Zealand 5010, Wellington, New Zealand
You’ll be “sorry ‘bout it” if you miss the Pacific’s most popular entertainer Tofiga Fepulea'i and his new show SORRY BOUT IT. Don’t miss this amazing show filled with musical excellence, explosive laughs, and something new for everyone…what you waiting f... Read More
BATS Theatre , 1 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Knocking on Raven’s Door: Everyone knows the legend of Raven’s Door. It appears on a lonely hilltop at midnight, staying only as long as a dream before fading away. If you read the stars just right you might find the door and seek the treasures within. Ju... Read More
Toi Poneke Arts Centre , 61 - 69 Abel Smith St, Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand 6012, Wellington, New Zealand
A 3-hour intensive physical theatre and mime class for performing artists and any people wishing to develop their physical skills and awareness. Participants are taken on a journey of play and exploration, developing spontaneity, freedom, playfulness and... Read More
Penthouse Cinema and Cafe , Wellington, New Zealand
Blinded by the Light is this year’s Blue Dragon Children’s Trust NZ’s movie fundraiser for Blue Dragon Children's Foundation in Vietnam. Directed by Gurinder Chadha (director of Bend It Like Beckham), this new British comedy-drama movie is set in the town... Read More
Coco at The Roxy , 5 Park Road, Wellington, New Zealand 6022, Wellington, New Zealand
Five senses. Five films. And a dish and beverage to match each! Your mini film festival selection is specially curated by The Roxy team, with each movie chosen to evoke one of the five senses, paired with a cocktail and tasty treat from CoCo to enjoy wi... Read More
The Pow Wow Room , 74 Courtenay Place, Wellington, New Zealand 6001, Wellington, New Zealand
Classic comedy theatre without a script from the Wellington Improvisation Troupe, and a fundraiser to support a great cause. Micetro is a raucous evening of spontaneity that mixes beloved improv games, charismatic humility, and audience suggestions to cr... Read More
Coco at The Roxy , 5 Park Road, Wellington, New Zealand 6022, Wellington, New Zealand
Five senses. Five films. And a dish and beverage to match each! Your mini film festival selection is specially curated by The Roxy team, with each movie chosen to evoke one of the five senses, paired with a cocktail and tasty treat from CoCo to enjoy wi... Read More
Circa Theatre , 1 Taranaki Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Circa Theatre is excited to present an Audio Described performance and touch tour of CRINGE WORTHY! Brought to you by the creators of The BeatGirls. Our Audio Describer for this event will be Perry Piercy! Performance date: Wednesday 28th August Perform... Read More
MOON 1 , 167 Riddiford St, Newtown, Wellington, New Zealand 6021, Wellington, New Zealand
Wellingtons newest and coolest comedy show. At Moon Newtown, one Thursday a month. From one of the creators of The Dank Comedy Show, Astronaut Comedy Wellington present a line up of 'cheers as' comedians. TICKETS @ EVENTFINDA coming soon and on the door.... Read More
BATS Theatre , 1 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Five days, five different shows. One artist, five times. A collection of Fringe Festival classics and debut stagings by eclectic big brain performance morsel, George Fenn. Tuesday 3rd September - Router Sidewalker FRINGE CULT CLASSIC After 87 performanc... Read More
BATS Theatre , 1 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
An existential dread with canned laughter. A debut New Zealand solo show starring young, igniting and gay performer Ethan Morse (THEREAFTER, Wellingtonians). Wise Guy directed by Keegan Bragg (Post-It-Notes, Shadow), opens at BATS Theatre on 10th Septemb... Read More
Hannah Playhouse , 12 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
This event is 15+ (must be accompanied by an adult) After selling out over 55 shows across Australia in 2018, Isaac Butterfield returns to the stage for his brand new hour of unfiltered and raw social observations of the society we live in today. 'Why... Read More
San Fran , 171 Cuba Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Live stand up comedy returns to San Fran, the home of Wellington comedy. Hosted by El Jaguar. All the way from Guadalajara. Mexico's favourite failed luchador hits the stage again in an attempt to reclaim his former days of glory. Along with a line up o... Read More
Cavern Club , 18 Allen Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
All the way from Guadalajara, the great El Jaguar hosts Friday Night Live Laughs at Cavern Club Witness the once great luchador attempt to relieve his glory days. El Jaguar is a comedy powerhouse who has performed across the world and is in Wellington f... Read More
BATS Theatre , 1 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
Stand Up comedy has long been thought of as a solo art, but in this day long workshop we will work along side you in exploring your authentic voice and digging deeper into your own personal comedy. We do this through the joys of group discovery, and leani... Read More
The Pow Wow Room , 74 Courtenay Place, Wellington, New Zealand 6001, Wellington, New Zealand
Growing up, Patch Lambert was told that the living room was ‘not a gymnasium’… But of course it was. Leaping from couch to couch battling imaginary foes (his cousins), he was preparing for the inevitable day where he would be called upon to save the world... Read More
Opera House , Wellington, New Zealand
One of Ireland's funniest comedians, Dara O Briain will be touring New Zealand in September with his new show Voice of Reason! O Briain is a stand-up comedian, television presenter, and host of BBC's 'Mock the Week', Ireland's The Panel, Stargazing Live a... Read More
Wellington High School , 249 Taranaki Street, Wellington, New Zealand, Wellington, New Zealand
Back by Popular Demand! The Kids Foundation Razzamatazz show lasts approximately 60 minutes and is suitable for all ages. Our show is intended to be enjoyed by special needs or disadvantaged children. Bring the kids and join us for fantastic family orient... Read More
Opera House , Wellington, New Zealand
Actor, Comedian, and Social Media Super Star Celeste Barber is the self proclaimed queen of everyday sophistication and low budget lifestyle aspirations. Her meteoric rise on Instagram, parodying celebrity photographs, has resulted in her taking meeting... Read More
The Fringe Bar , 28 Allen Street, Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
'... and then I found $5!' Cool Story Bro is a hilarious stand-up comedy show, proving the age-old adage - things are just funnier when they're true. Join some of Wellington's funniest people as they confess their most bafflingly stupid decisions, blund... Read More
Circa Theatre , 1 Taranaki Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
By Rutene Spooner and Holly Chappell-Eason Director: Carrie Green Circa Two “Ko te reo kia tika, ko te reo kia rere, ko te reo kia Maori!” He Kura Korero encourages young people to be bold and brave in using Te Reo Maori in everyday life, whether they k... Read More
The Roxy Cinema , 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand 6022, Wellington, New Zealand
This October, we invite you to EAT THE FILM! Our next event is inspired by The Outsiders (1983). You'll be treated to an unique night of tantalizing treats, crafted by Coco at The Roxy's head chef, Nic Spicer. Each dish will match scenes or lines in the... Read More
Michael Fowler Centre , 111 Wakefield St, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
SECOND SHOW ANNOUNCED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Legendary Irish comedian Dylan Moran is returning to New Zealand with a brand-new show Dr. Cosmos. Moran will once again offer his unique take on love, politics, misery and the everyday absurdities of life, al... Read More
