After eight sell out years (2002 to 2009), the 5 Star Comedy Preview has proven to be a very hot ticket and your chance to sample 8 international festival stars. Bookings essential

"an increasingly distinctive imaginative act...brilliant, genuinely unexpected lines. At this rate it won't be long until he's huge" (Chortle.co.uk)

Winner of the 2006 NZ Fred Award for 'Best Male Comedian' and NZ Comedy Guild Award in 2006,08 & 09. Is he our best?

Looking for an intelligent challenging show? The award winning sellout success of 2009 is back by public demand.

Mind-boggling comedy from a mind-reading comedian who can’t read minds. 3 nights only at The Classic.

"He's brilliant! He'll blow your mind" RICKY GERVAIS

The Jokes Start Here...

A brand new show from the sellout success at last years Comedy Festival.

He's playing the 'wild westie card' in the election for Mayor of the Super City. Live on stage.

"I guess you had to be there!"

Sorry - this show SOLD OUT on the first day of ticket sales - HOT TICKET!

Ireland continues to produce some of the most gifted young comedians on the world circuit and Jarlath Regan is no exception. Not to be missed!

A crowd favourite at The Classic in '08 with 'Confessions' and in '09 with 'Joy'. Jason is back in 2010 with his new show 'FEAR'

Host of the Comedy Festival Gala in 2008, back in 2010 with his own solo show at the Powerstation.

The King is back at festival for the first time in 8 years.

We welcome the 'best of British'. He's a bit posh, likes a bit of tweed, has the odd whinge and has even appeared in a Harry Potter film.

Comedians Stand-up for Nutters at the 2010 NZ International Comedy Festival

A Festival legend returns to our festival. The star of 'Nearly Gay' and 'Naked Racist' is back as Bobby Slade - A Dead Pan Poet Sings Quiet Songs Quietly.

'Pulp Comedy Live' rocks the Powerstation with over 30 of NZ's best comedians spread over 4 nights.

SORRY- COMEDY SCRUM - DEC 1ST has been postponed due to clash with industry events

Since 2005 THE BIG SHOW has become one of the most popular shows in the annual NZ International Comedy Festival promising a line-up of 4 world class comedians each night in a 2 hour show.

Following a string of 5 Star reviews and a nomination for the 09 Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Award we couldn't resist inviting this exciting new UK talent to perform one of the most talked about shows on the Fringe.

Top Australian comedian is back with his brand new show

Four world-class comedians in one big 2 hour show at the fabulous Opera House.