A few laughs could be just what the doctor ordered, for audiences and performers alike. After the cancellation of the International Comedy Festival, the Best Foods Comedy Gala has rebranded, with a distinctly festive air, as the Best Foods Christmas Comedy Gala. The gala, usually held in April/May, will instead round out the year with a homegrown lineup of big names in comedy, with a Christmas twist, at The Civic in Auckland on November 7, and The Opera House in Wellington on November 9. The original comedy gala was set to host performers such as iconic Australian Felicity Ward, familiar face from The Chase Paul Sinha, and award-winning Brit Josie Long. READ MORE:Flight of the Conchords comedian Arj Barker at Christchurch’s Bread & Circus festivalThe Chase’s Paul Sinha announces engagement to long-time partner OliverRose Matafeo wins Best Comedy Show at Edinburgh comedy festival It was cancelled on March 18 amid coronavirus restrictions and with the borders still closed, some local acts are stepping up to the plate instead. James Nokise should have been overseas right now, based in Britain. He was the winner of the prestigious Fred award for Best Show in the 2019 NZ International Comedy Festival, and will… Read full this story
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