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About The BiG Show 2018

4 world class English comedians packed in to one big show

One of the most popular shows in the annual NZ International Comedy Festival since 2006, ‘THE BIG SHOW’ returns to the mighty Rangatira room at Q Theatre, 305 Queen St.

In previous years audiences at THE BIG SHOW have been introduced to world class comedians such as ANDY PARSONS, STEPHEN K AMOS, MARK WATSON, PHIL NICHOL, JASON COOK, NEIL DELAMERE, CAREY MARX, TERRY ALDERTON, MILTON JONES, JAMES ACASTER, ISMO LEIKOLA, NISH KUMAR, ED GAMBLE and many more.

In 2018 The Big Show features another fresh line-up of exciting rising stars on the world comedy circuit.

Fin Taylor (England) A provocative new voice in British comedy who is shaking up the establishment. He doesn’t tip toe around the issues, political correctness or all the ‘isms’. Both poking and tickling audiences at the same time.
"The most relevant comedian at the Fringe” Fest Mag

Lauren Pattison (England)
A fresh and fierce new female voice and one of the hottest acts from the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe.
“Fast, forthright and filthy” The Guardian UK
“Stunning youthful debut” Sunday Times UK

Phil Wang (England)
Following appearances on Live at The Apollo, Have I Got News For You , 8 Out of 10 Cats, and Drunk History, Phil Wang has enjoyed a huge year before making his NZ debut at this years Fest.
“Hugely entertaining … a unique and properly funny stand-up comic” Time UK
“Stand-up dreamland” The Guardian

Ian Smith (England)
Local fest scouts have been following Ian Smith at the Edinburgh Fringe since his debut in 2013 and have finally invited him to NZ in 2018 bringing with him a reputation as a creative comic, mixing conversational, energetic story-telling and observations with unique set pieces and an exceptional skill for improvisation.
“A riot of sprightly silliness “ Chortle UK

With a diverse combination of stand-up comedy styles The Big Show provides the perfect atmosphere and experience for punters looking for a big night out at the Festival.

The Big Show 2018 – Auckland
Dates: Weds 2 to Sat 5 May / Weds 9 to Sat 12 May / 8:30pm
Venue: Rangatira at Q, 305 Queen St, Auckland City
Tickets: Adults $49.50, Conc. $45.50

Bookings: 
https://www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/the-big-show-2018/
Ph 09-3099771 
www.qtheatre.co.nz
You obviously have good taste, so you should definitely check out some more live comedy in the 2018 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo from 26 April - 20 May.
Discover the other shows on offer at comedyfestival.co.nz