π€ Brace yourselv es for an evening filled with laughter at Time Out Market Cape Town! π Come join us on Thursday 25 January 2024 for a comedic extravaganza like n o other:
Β π Headline - Rob Van Vuuren
Rob van Vuuren\, a multifaceted legend in South African entertainment\
, boasts an unparalleled career as a theatre director\, producer\, playwri
ght\, actor\, and comedian. His boundless performance talent has left an i
ndelible mark on the entertainment world. With a diverse background\, Rob
has captivated audiences through a record-breaking 13 shows at the Grahams
town National Arts Festival in 2008 and iconic television roles\, includin
g the hilarious "Twakkie" in The Most Amazing Show on SABC2 (which he co-w
rote and produced) and co-host of Crazy Games. Rob's relentless stand-up c
omedy and MC skills make him one of South Africa's most sought-after corpo
rate entertainers. His experience even includes performing for Madiba at h
is 90th birthday bash in Qunu. In his latest comedy offering\, "Rob van Vu
uren is Rob van Vuuren\," he earned nominations and awards\, including the
Nandoβs Best Comic Performance by an Actor at Grahamstown 2008. Adding
to his achievements\, Rob secured a record-breaking win on Strictly Come D
ancing\, showcasing his versatility. Join him and showdance professional M
ary Martin in a behind-the-scenes account of their rise to the top β a h
ilarious and touching journey conquering hearts and the dance floor! πΊ
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Β π Support 1 - Lazola Gola
Meet Lazola Gola\, the guy who first brought the laughs to Cape Town\, then packed his humour for Johannesburg. You might have caught his comedic brilliance on Comedy Central's "Live At Parkers" and "Roast Battl e." But Lazola isn't just a funny face on screen\; he's the creative force behind the humour on 'Late Nite News with Loyiso Gola' and SABC 2βs 'Th e Bantu Hour\,' both performing and crafting clever lines.
Beyond the local scene\, Lazola has taken his humour global\, gracing
stages at the Comedy Central International Comedy Festival and the Johanne
sburg International Comedy Festival. When he's not on stage\, Lazola flexe
s his funny muscles as a copywriter for FCB Johannesburg and Ogilvy Johann
esburg β because why not bring the humour to the office too? And here's
the punchline: Lazola has a shelf full of comedic accolades\, including an
International Emmy nomination\, two Comics Choice nods\, and the prestigi
ous Pendoring Gold. As he continues to ride the waves of humor into the fu
ture\, Lazola Gola invites you to join the laughter-filled journey. Get re
ady for more chuckles and a few surprises! π
Β π Support 2 - Dylan Skews
Dylan Skews\, a risi ng star in South Africa's comedy scene\, has been crafting laughter for th ree years. He claimed victory at the Nandos Comedy Showdown in 2009 and ea rned the title "Cape Town's next comedian" at Phat Joeβs comedy show in 2010. Recently\, he dazzled audiences with his one-man show "SKEWS ME\," w ritten\, directed\, and performed on Broadway\, earning rave reviews and p acking the house.
Trained as an actor\, Dylan effortles sly weaves charm through performance-rich sketches. His laid-back yet edgy style\, combined with a unique delivery\, invites the audience into the h ilarious thoughts in his head. From elaborate impersonations to a broad ra nge of jokes touching on observational material and personal experiences\, Dylan's comedic style is a hybrid of one-liner hedonist Mitch Hedberg and the outlandish Richard Pryor. Dylan's craft is characterised by a pursuit of good comedy without an overt axe to grind\, offering a captivating ble nd of edgy city boy antics and pure accessible fun. Don't miss the chance to experience the comedy journey of this talented and entertaining perform er! π€
Host - Mel Jones
Meet Mel Jon es\, Cape Town's comedy sensation! π A single mother\, award-winning co median\, energetic MC\, writer\, radio presenter\, and former award-winnin g radio producer. Her comedy journey began with a bang\, winning hearts ju st 6 weeks after her first open mic. From co-hosting popular morning shows to headlining renowned comedy festivals\, Mel's infectious humour has gra ced TV\, radio\, and live stages. As a corporate comedian and MC\, she add s a touch of hilarity to every event. Featured in magazines and even a gue st editor for Khuluma magazine\, Mel is a trailblazer\, uplifting communit ies and inspiring young talents. Don't miss her in action at the comedy sh ows that are Cape Town hits: 'Doing It for the Money\,' 'Still Doing It\,' and her solo show\, 'Just Me with an βL.β' Laughter is her mission\, and she's one of the country's few female comedians\, proudly part of an e xclusive club. ππ€Β