Comedy

The Big Show 2023 - An International Showcase

Back for the first time since 2019, packed with a 'Best of the Fest' selection of international and local comedians.

$40 - $49.50 (service fees may apply)
100 minutes
9 - 13 May 2023
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HEADS UP

Due to the state of emergency in Tāmaki Makaurau, Tuesday 9 May's performance will not go ahead. We will contact those with tickets directly. If you haven't heard from us please contact us at boxoffice@qtheatre.co.nz


Featuring guest MCs and Irish headliner Danny O'Brien, plus the NZ debut of double Scottish Comedy Award winner Ray Bradshaw. We also welcome back a ‘Fest Fave’, Englishman, Markus Birdman and we’ll be introducing a couple of fresh local stars each night for the strictly limited five-night season at Q Theatre!

Watch comedy.co.nz for full listings.

You obviously have good taste. Check out the full line up in the 2023 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo from 5 – 28 May.

Audience warnings
Contains occasional bad language 

Presented by comedy.co.nz productions & The Classic

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