First UK filmed DVD From One Of Australia’s Biggest Comedy Stars… ADAM HILLS ‘HAPPYISM LIVE’ DVD released by Universal Pictures (UK) Monday 18 th November 2013 'Life-affirming, laugh-affirming comedy at it's best' - The Evening Standard 'Stand up so effortlessly brilliant you wonder why some comedians even get out of bed' - The Guardian ‘… a highly accomplished, likeable and very funny stand up… get ready to belly-laugh’ – Heat 'Hills is comedy sunshine and its rather nice to bask in his glow' - The Scotsman Fresh from his triumph as host of Channel 4’s critically acclaimed entertainment show, ‘The Last Leg’ , Australian funny man Adam Hills releases his first UK filmed DVD, Adam HillsHills ‘Happyism’‘Happyism’, available from Monday 18 th November by Universal Pictures (UK). This all new offering from everyone’s favorite Antipodean comedian will see him take to the famous Hammersmith Apollo stage for a first class evening of comedy with the usual anecdotes and audience participation all delivered in his refreshingly unique, laid back style. Hills’ charisma and cheekiness licenses him to push the boundaries, whilst discussing taboos such as racism and disabilities to hilarious effect. Allowing us into the world of stardom, he re-encounters jaw-dropping tales of meeting the Dalai Lama (and to his surprise making him laugh!) as well as his excitement at meeting The Muppets. ‘HappyismHappyismHappyism’ is not only the title for this eagerly awaited debut UK DVD release but also his newly formed cult religion and is guaranteed to leave you with a more positive outlook to life. Adam has achieved international acclaim as one of the world’s best stand up comics. His combination of positive uplifting comedy and rampant spontaneity has seen him receive numerous awards, glowing reviews and a legion of fans around the planet. Adam became a household name in the UK after his part in the London Paralympics Games where he fronted the hugely successful ‘ The Last Leg’ for Channel 4, alongside Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker, now in its third series. Its success led to Adam hosting Channel 4’s alternative Christmas Day message – a first for an Australian! Three times nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award in Edinburgh, Adam’s solo shows are established highlights at the Adelaide Fringe, the Melbourne Comedy Festival, and the Edinburgh Fringe, where he regularly sells over 10,000 tickets in the month. He has also been awarded Australia’s Helpman Award for Best Comedy Performance , and has received the Best of the Fest, and Forth Fringe Award from Edinburgh Fringe critics. As the host of the long running Australian music quiz show, Spicks and Specks , Adam Hills was seen by more than 1.2 million people on a weekly basis. He has also hosted his very own chat show on ABC Australia entitled Adam Hills in Gordon St Tonight and subsequently won the 2012 Logie Most Popular Presenter award. His UK TV appearances include Live at the Apollo (BBC 1), Mock The Week (BBC 2), Channel 4’s Comedy Gala Live At The 02 2013 , The One Show (BBC1), Alan Carr Chatty Man (Channel 4) The Jonathan Ross Show (ITV1) and Never Mind The Buzzcocks (BBC 2). Adam Hills ‘Happyism’ is an Open Mike Production, released by Universal Pictures (UK) Ltd. Executive producers are Addison Cresswell, Joe Noris, Andrew Beint and Helen Parker with Anthony Caveney and Rose Hanson producing and Paul Wheeler as director. Adam will be touring his ‘ Happyism’ show during autumn 2013. For full dates and listing information please go to: www.offthekerb.co.uk or www.adamhills.com . He will also continue to host the third series of The Last LegLegLeg until the end of September . Adam Hills ‘‘‘Happyism‘Happyism LiveLive’’’’ is also available for legal download via video-on-demand on the same day. Adam Hills ‘Happyism’ DVD details: Released: 18 th November 2013 RRP: £19.99 Discs: 1 CERT: 15 Cat No: 8294941 Bar Code: 50505-8294941-4 DVD extras: 2009 Apollo set approx 12 mins ***, Edinburgh Gala 2012 approx 5 mins ***, Interview With Catherine King (Signer) 5 mins, Something With choir 5mins and Animation 5 mins *** Running time: TBC Subtitles: English Subtitles For further press information, interview requests, images and DVD review copies please contact: Alison Peters or Beth Hayworth at Alison Peters PR – 07810 238851 / 07580 983361 [email protected] / [email protected] For print interview requests please contact: Gary Farrow - [email protected] For online interview requests and assets please contact Dan Neale – [email protected] Notes to editors: Universal Pictures (UK) is a division of Universal Pictures International Entertainment, which is part of NBCUniversal - one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. 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