ABOUT US
The Comedy Hub is an incorporated society that's been producing and promoting all forms of comedy in Palmerston North and the Manawatu since 2017!
We aim to support the growth and development of people with an interest or passion for comedic performance in Palmerston North and the wider Manawatu region. We're working to establish a small, vibrant and diverse comedy scene and we aim to achieve this by working towards the following goals:
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Provide local up and coming comedians with meaningful performance opportunities that allow them to hone their craft and develop material in front of audiences.
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Running regular workshops on that promote creativity, collaboration and critical thinking regarding comedic performance, as well as teaching fundamentals of comedy.
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The promotion of comedy to audiences and making it a viable live entertainment option for the people of Palmerston North and the Manawatu, in particular, with the student population.
Got a comedy related production that you want promoting? Are you keen on jumping up on stage yourself? Or, would you like to become a member? We can help you! So get in touch with us!
UPCOMING EVENTS
What's The Deal? With Graham Reaper
November 15, 2019
Graham Reaper returns to explore "what's the deal" with the world at large, and perhaps even what the deal is with Graham himself. Joined by Annette Positive, who once more interviews
the reclusive, world-renowned Pop Artist - Baron Belvedere Von Iceman.
Winner: Comedy Hub "Golden Gag" award 2018
113 Reasons Why Not
November 17, 2019
Mama Z (2017's joint winner, Best Female Comedian, Manawatu Milkies) is a functional adult who somehow still failed at adultery: she's been celibate for over a decade! But should that mean she fails at life? Join her as she debunks expectations, makes her own way and explores the pet excuses or theories some ironically call 'reasons'. Singles, this one's for you!
Grampy Joe
November 19, 2019
Other than having received a personal message from the Queen and being the most prolific Grandfather in the Universe except for the African Driver Ant, Grampy Joe has little to commend him. Brash, rude and utterly adoring (in a good way) of his many offspring, Grampy Joe presents a selection of stories from his memoirs, a tome that has not yet passed the scrutiny of any publishing house in the world. Come along to get his very different perspective on life.
Dylan Stewart: Conscious Ramblings
November 21, 2019
Watch Palmy comedian Dylan Stewart as his brain explodes on stage, exploring the world around him, delving into his pet hates and secret loves. Dylan Stewart is a 2x Comedy Male comedian of the year winner and was also nominated for Best Emerging Talent in the 2018 Palmy Fringe award.
Still Individuals: 80/20, Brother!
November 21, 2019
When taking the stage together, Morgan Hunter-Bell and Zac McCall are Still Individuals.
Winner: Comedy Hub Golden Gag 2018 (Morgan)
Winner: Comedy Hub Most Offensive 2018 (Zac)
"Had everyone in tears of laughter" - the Best Man at a bachelor party we gigged at that one time.
