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77 One man Show Review Human behavior

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Comedian of the month Long John

Comedy is panning out for Long John 2019 SAVANNA Pan African Comic of the Year Long John is an Multi Award Winning International Comedian from , and standing at over 6 feet, his comedy journey continues to stretch over the African Continent and beyond. He was laughed at for being tall, dark and handsome squint; however, his humor has been able to bringvlaughs to thousands of people, whilst keeping an eye on the rest of the world. Literally and Figuratively!

His comedy is brought to life by past experiences, observations and his view (from the top) which elicit rib-tickling laughs, regardless of the crowd. Since making his comedy debut in 2012, he has since performed with and alongside the biggest names on the African Continent, which include, SA’s favorite Uncle, Kanssime Anne , Basket Mouth And many more

You may have found other comics funny but you will be laughing LONG after witnessing the very funny, Long John. Long John the Comedian has performed in over 25 cities across 15 countries at various TV Shows, theatres, comedy clubs, and Festivals, among others. Some of them include; Mzanzi Magic Comedy Nights- DSTV , The African Comedy Festival -,- Cape Town Comedy Club-SA, Parkers Comedy Club-SA, Goliath Comedy Club-SA, Shoko FestivalZimbabwe waziland Comedy Festival –Eswatini, International Festival of the Arts – HIFA- Zimbabwe Oppikoppi Festival- SA Kampala Comedy Festival -Uganda Kigali international Comedy festival Rwanda ,Night Of Laughter Zambia,Park Acoustics- SA, Capital Craft festival - South Africa, Showmax’s Funny People Africa- SA , Punchline Comedy Show - Tanzania and The Churchill show - Kenya to mention but a few Comedian of the month 5

He recently won The NAMA Outstanding Comedian of the Year Award in Zimbabwe, The Savanna Comics Choice Award “Pan African Comedian Of The Year 2019/2020 and The Steve Harvey’s Spotlight Audience choice Award Winner

He continues to share the stage with seasoned comics, and provide opportunities to up and coming comics. Long John bring the hear, and with a pan, he continues to tour various cities, delivering punch line after punch line!

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The Cape Town International Comedy Festival is the largest Comedy Festival in South Africa. It’s re-launching in 2020 for one week, starting 1 March 2020 at the Artscape Theatre Centre

The CTCF will host the most varied comedy shows and concepts ever produced in SA. Catering for every comedy taste and presenting the latest of global trends. 15 International Artists from the Comedy Capitals in the world will join South Africa’s funniest.

The original Cape Town Comedy festival launched in 1996. It was the first international comedy event on the continent (first with Smirnoff and then Nando’s as the headline sponsors). It staged hundreds of international artists from around the globe and sold over a million tickets during its 16-year run. The Festival has a proud history of introducing the most prominent comedians to S.A., including, Jim Jeffries, Jimmy Carr, Russell Peters and . It also catapulted the careers of many local acts.

Tickets for Cape Town Comedy Festival are available from Webtickets now from R190. For more informa- tion, visit www.capetowncomedyfestival.com or e-mail [email protected]

CAPE TOWN COMEDY FESTIVAL PROGRAMME:

U.N. COMEDY SHOW: 7 Comedians, 7 Countries, One Ticket. The United Nations of Comedy is the most extensive selection of Comedy Styles ever to be featured on a Cape Town stage. Nik Rabinowitz holds the S.A. Flag alongside comedians from USA, India, England, Scotland, and Malawi. DATE: 02 – 08 MARCH TIME: 20:00 DAILY 17:00 SAT 16:00 SUN CAST: DALISO CHAPONDA (MALAWI), FERN BRADY (SCOTLAND), LAURA DAVIS ( AUSTRALIA), NIK RABINOWITZ (SA), SINDHU VEE (INDIA), STUART GOLDSMITH (ENGLAND) TICKETS FROM R190 – R285 16+ 73

DANGER ZONE: Filthy, funny, not for the faint of heart or under 18s. If you prefer your nachos a little more spicy, your coffee a little darker, this is the show for you. Featur- ing five international and two local heavyweight comedians, this no-holds-barred romp is fabulously filthy and dangerously funny. Danger Zone is always a crowd favourite and set to be the fastest-selling show at the Festival. DATE: 02 – 08 MARCH TIME: 20:30 (17:00 Sunday 08th) CAST: ALONZO BODDEN (USA), DESIREE BURCH (USA), FIN TAYLOR (UK), JEFF INNO- CENT (ENG), LOYISO GOLA (SA), ROBBY COLLINS (SA), SPENCER JONES (ENG) TICKETS FROM R190 – R285 18+

BAFUNNY BAFUNNY: The World Cup Funny Final (ONE SHOW ONLY). What if comedy was a sport? Bafunny Bafunny is South Africa’s answer to a national comedy team competing at the World Cup of Funny. The star-studded cast, consisting of four of our funniest come- dians, is ready to unite the nation through laughter in an epic showdown against four comedians from England, Scotland, USA and Malawi. Bafunny Bafunny is one of the highlights at this year’s Cape Town Comedy Festival. DATE: 1 MARCH TIME: 19:00 CAST: ALONZO BODDEN (USA), STUART GOLDSMITH (ENG), JEFF INNOCENT (ENG), DALISO CHAPONDA (MAL), BONGANI DUBE (SA), PRINS (SA), SCHALK BEZUIDENHOUT (SA), TSITSI CHIUMYA (SA), MOJAK LEHOKO (SA), MO MOTHEBE (SA), LOYISO GOLA (SA), NIK RABINOWITZ (SA) TICKETS FROM R190 – R285 16+ DEALT: Global touring sensation Richard Turner, live in SA for the first time. Richard Turner’s “Dealt” is a Global phenomenon that entertains and inspires, receiving rave reviews from both the New York Times and LA Times. Gaming experts and gamblers know and respect him as a master card manipulator who could take down any old-west casino or wipe out any high-stakes gambler. Richard’s unparalleled skill with a deck of cards has stirred and staggered audiences throughout the world, and is the subject of an award winning documentary film. Hear the story directly from The Legend…and be amazed. DATE: 02 – 08 MARCH TIME: 19:30 TICKETS FROM R150 – R190 ALL AGES

BOOK CLUB: Book Club presents the best in local and international stand-up (ONE SHOW ONLY)! Bring your book club for this night of all-female and non-binary comedy! Featuring five international and two local female comedians – This one night only gala event will sell out fast…so don’t delay. DATE: 04 MARCH TIME: 20:00 CAST: FERN BRADY (SCOTLAND), DESIREE BURCH (USA), LAURA DAVIS (AUSTRALIA) SINDHU VEE (INDIA), MEL JONES (SA), SHIMMY ISAACS (SA) TICKETS FROM R190 – R285 74 75 76

FUNNY TALKS: Lunchtime Q&A with industry experts. From stand-up comedians to a renowned cartoonist and various leaders in their respective fields, there is something for everyone who has ever wondered, ‘Why? How? What?’ An entertaining and informative power hour. Hosted by Mark Banks, one of the most recognized and respected comedians of his time, think Ted Talks, just funny! DATE: 03 – 07 MARCH TIME: 13:00 GUESTS: TBA TICKETS R30

COMEDIA: Featuring the best comedy clips of the past year. Make us laugh. We might make you famous! The best online comedy clips as submitted by YOU that are racking up LOLs across the web. Free access for all festival- goers – submit clip links to media@ capetowncomedyfestival.com

SATURDAY NIGHT BEAVER: Every festival needs an after-party…and Saturday Night Beaver is exactly that. You’re automatically invited if you are lucky enough to get tickets to a Saturday night performance! Speciality acts, bars and live performances will fill the piazza & foyers areas – Saturday – 10 pm to 1 am (no extra ticket needed). 77

One man Show review

HUMAN BEHAVIOUR by Pravesh Mungaldave

Stand-up comedy fans in JHB are in for a feast when Pravesh Mungaldave, one of SA’s leading stand- up stars appears in his One Man comedy Show, Human Behaviour at the exclusive comedy club, Park- ers Comedy and Jive in Monte Casino, 26th April. And he is throwing a free after-party with lots of prize giveaways. The next day is a public holiday, so this makes for an Awesome night out... “Human Behaviour looks at our daily lives and things we do - or rather have to put up with,” says Mungaldave. “No man is an island, right? Unless you get caught digging your nose. Then no one wants to be around you. So In order to live, we need to interact with each other.” And this is where the comedy starts. You are going to be sitting in the audience, thinking to yourself, he is so right, I do that exact same thing. As any self-respecting comic does, Pravesh puts his money where his mouth is, so best you follow his advice: “Laughter is the best medicine – unless you have haemorrhoids, and then I guess bum cream will have to suffice. You don’t want to miss this show!!

WHAT: Human Behaviour – One Man Comedy Show by Pravesh Mungaldave WHERE: Parkers Comedy & Jive: Monte Casino, Fourways, WHEN: 26th April 2020 (next Day is a public holiday) TIME: 19H00 Comedy. 21h00 After-Party TICKETS: R150, Webtickets. 20% discount for Pick ‘n Pay Smart Shopper card holders (limited tickets) MORE INFO: [email protected] / 083 632 0723

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