OpinionReview: Russell's bonkers brand of comedyRussell Brand swaggered, thrusted, probed and taunted his way through a 90 minute set, pointed out the absurdities of the world, and of human nature, and left the 4000 strong audience in a daze.15 Oct 12:30 AM
LifestyleTrust your instincts with cancerComedian Urzila Carlson was 20 when she was diagnosed with kidney cancer.01 Oct 12:01 AM
EntertainmentComedian saving up his 'weirdness' for NZEli Orzessek talks to pop's king of parody, Weird Al Yankovic.30 Sep 05:00 PM
Entertainment'Weird Al' Yankovic talks NZ tour and that Royals spoofComedian "Weird Al" Yankovic, who has famously parodied generations of pop hits ranging from Michael Jackson to Lorde, is headed back to New Zealand.28 Sep 09:00 AM
EntertainmentHost to tap into online audienceComedy Central's <i>The Daily Show</i> will step up efforts to reach viewers on online platforms when Trevor Noah takes over this week.28 Sep 07:30 AM
EntertainmentTV3's all-female comedy showTV3 will be trying out an all-female cast in a new comedy show, in the male-dominated comedy scene.26 Sep 09:15 PM
EntertainmentLoss of Gilmour still felt a year onThe partner of the late Kiwi comedian Ewen Gilmour has spoken of her heartache at losing her soulmate.26 Sep 07:05 PM
EntertainmentAb-Fab news for Dawn fansBritish comedy superstar Dawn French is bringing her new live show to New Zealand.26 Sep 04:00 PM
SportThey're back! ACC on rugbyThey took the Cricket World Cup by storm, now the Alternative Commentary Collective are turning their comedic sights on New Zealand's national game.26 Sep 02:53 AM
EntertainmentWaxing lyrical about the bluesRuby Wax was at the height of her fame when she was stopped in her tracks by a poster at a London Underground station that "outed" her.19 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentComedy duo brings 'absolutely filthy' act to NZSitcom stars and real-life married couple Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally are bringing their raunchy live show to New Zealand. Rachel Bache gets the dirty details.10 Sep 08:30 AM
EntertainmentPigeon prose: Hear Guy Williams and Scribe's comedy song about birdsWoo woo! An odd collaboration between a comedian and a rapper has been released today - but Justin Bieber is keeping <i>The Pigeon Song</i> from the top spot in the charts.04 Sep 06:00 AM
EntertainmentStephen Fry's quick NZ tripComedian and actor Stephen Fry is planning on telling some tales on his upcoming tour Down Under.25 Aug 07:30 PM
EntertainmentAre these the funniest jokes from Edinburgh's comedy fest?Comic Darren Walsh has scooped a prize after showing off the pundamentals of his craft at the Edinburgh Fringe.25 Aug 12:00 AM
EntertainmentWatch the Friends bomb joke deleted after 9/1111 years on from the final episode of Friends, a previously unaired scene has been doing the rounds featuring an unfortunately timed joke in an airport.19 Aug 08:45 PM
EntertainmentCult character Ron Swanson is coming to NZFans of Parks and Recreation, get excited. Ron Swanson and his evil sex-crazed ex-wife Tammy are coming to New Zealand.19 Aug 08:00 PM
EntertainmentFirst look at new Daily Show hostA new teaser trailer has been released for The Daily Show With Trevor Noah, showing the new host settling in on set.19 Aug 08:00 AM
EntertainmentJoke about Beyonce's child goes too farComedian Amy Poehler is under fire after a joke about Beyonce's three-year-old daughter bombed on her new web series <i>Difficult People</i>.18 Aug 08:00 AM
EntertainmentClement slams Kiwi TV, againJemaine Clement has criticised local television networks, telling a US newspaper they have "no interest in making television comedy in New Zealand at all".17 Aug 07:00 AM
EntertainmentWacky duo heading to NZIf you're looking for a last-minute Christmas present for your weird nephew or odd cousin, a ticket to Tim and Eric should do the trick.05 Aug 06:30 PM
EntertainmentBishop bringing laughs to NZProbably most familiar to Kiwis as one of the regular funny men on the end of Graham Norton's couch, English comedy star John Bishop is heading to Auckland for the first time.29 Jul 06:00 PM
EntertainmentJon Stewart to go back to stand upUS comedian Jon Stewart says he expects to return to stand-up once he leaves The Daily Show.28 Jul 05:30 AM
EntertainmentClerks director Kevin Smith is coming to NZCult comedy legend Kevin Smith is heading for our shores.28 Jul 01:00 AM
EntertainmentThe quintessential funny manHe might be a bit exhausting. He does rather hurt your ears. Even by email, which is quite a feat.17 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy Rose Matafeo is leaving NZComedian Rose Matafeo is leaving New Zealand for the bright lights of the UK - and to join her boyfriend, James Acaster.04 Jul 09:00 PM
EntertainmentRussell Brand: Change the story, or dieFunny-man Russell Brand loves to stir things up for a laugh - but Lydia Jenkin discovers an intellectual jester who is using his fame to change the world one joke at a time.02 Jul 12:30 AM
EntertainmentSeth MacFarlane snaps up KiwiDelivering one-line jokes on social media has secured a Dunedin comedian a job interview with Family Guy director Seth MacFarlane.29 Jun 09:45 PM
EntertainmentSeven Sharp end 'not pleasant'Former Seven Sharp presenter Jesse Mulligan has spoken out about his experience fronting the show, saying it was "hard to find a place to be useful".15 Jun 05:00 PM
Entertainment7 Days preview: Matariki resolutionsThe 7 Days team share their resolutions for Matariki, the Maori New Year.13 Jun 07:29 AM
