One of NZ's champions of stand-up comedy has finally got his act together in the Festival at The Classic
Welcome to the 2026 NZ International Comedy Festival - 01 to 24 May.
Paul Ego ‘STICK’ – NZ Tour 2026
It's taken 30 years of performing comedy for PAUL EGO to get off his butt and do a solo NZ tour, so this is both very exciting and long overdue!
Well known for his many years as Team Captain on the TV show '7DAYS', Paul has also been part of award winning Breakfast Radio shows for both MoreFM and The Rock.
However, his crowning achievement now seems to be voicing 'Stickman' for PAK’nSAVE - something he happily admits is "the best job he's ever had".
'STICK' is your chance to see "NZ's Top Professional Comedian", PAUL EGO, live onstage, delivering maximum laughs as he talks stickability, sticky situations and Stick-Men.
“Ego is undeniably the Master of Improv, his spells of banter with the audience showcasing his razor-sharp wit” (Yahoo Entertainment)
“Paul Ego is a really funny man. A powerful performance by NZ's top professional comedian and one of the highlights of my comedy festival” (Theatreview)
“Paul Ego has proved to be 7DAYS quickest wit. He really should have his own fanclub” (NZ Herald)
Just 5 nights only at The CLASSIC - Tues 19 to Sat 23 May at 7pm
‘STICK’ 2026 Show Dates
AND MORE DATES TO COME!
All presales for our shows are exclusively via Eventfinda.co.nz.
Door sales are only available on the night of the show after 6pm.
Seating is cabaret-style with options for Exclusive Tables.
BOOKINGS / TICKETS / PRICES
Prior booking, particularly for Exclusive Tables and Groups, is recommended otherwise door sales from 6 pm if not sold out.
GROUPS of any size just choose a combination of Tables and Single Admits to fit your group size. Yes you will ALL be seated together.
Mid-Week Saver / Tues to Thurs
Single General Admit - $28 (Recommended if Exclusive Tables run out or to add extra seats to an Exclusive Table)
Exclusive Table of 2 - $56 ($28 ea) -
Exclusive Table of 4 - $108 ($27 ea)
Exclusive Table of 6 - $156 ($26 ea)
Exclusive Table of 10+ - $25 ea
Premium - Friday and Saturday Night
Single General Admit - $32 (Recommended if Exclusive Tables run out or to add extra seats to an Exclusive Table)
Exclusive Table of 2 - $64 ($32 ea) -
Exclusive Table of 4 - $124 ($31 ea)
Exclusive Table of 6 - $180 ($32 ea)
Exclusive Table of 10+ - $28 ea
Bar & Ticket Office open at 6pm
Seating in the main venue commences 15 mins before the advertised showtime. All shows start on time.
Seating is allocated by tables and we fill the venue from the front.
All booked under the same name are seated together.
Call 3734321 if your arrival is delayed.
CATERING / FOOD OPTIONS:
We have a regular Bar Snack Menu which can be ordered on the night including Burgers, Loaded Fries, Kaarage Chicken, Tacos & more.
We do not offer any full meal/dining options but our festival showtimes provide plenty of time to dine before or after coming to the show.
Check out Tanuki's Sake Bar & Restaurant and Tanuki's Cave (Yakatori) which is right next door!! They have a function room for larger groups - early bookings are essential.
The Classic is a licensed bar. RP18 / Supervised.
Minors under 18 can be admitted if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Shows may contain mature adult content that may offend some people.
Anyone looking under 25 will be asked for ID in the form of NZ Driver's License, Passport or HNZ 18+ Card.
Entry will not be granted to minors, those without ID or intoxicated persons.
You obviously have good taste. Check out the full line up in the 2026 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo from 1 – 24 May at www.comedyfestival.co.nz.
7:00 p.m. at The Classic (Main Venue - Ground Fl)
$32 Fri&Sat / Mid-Week Saver from $28 (Transaction Fees will apply)
$32 Fri&Sat / Mid-Week Saver from $28 (Transaction Fees will apply)
$32 Fri&Sat / Mid-Week Saver from $28 (Transaction Fees will apply)
$32 Fri&Sat / Mid-Week Saver from $28 (Transaction Fees will apply)
$32 Fri&Sat / Mid-Week Saver from $28 (Transaction Fees will apply)
