EntertainmentAmy Schumer skit parodies Hollywood misogynyAmy Schumer has mocked industry sexism and ageism in her viral Last F**kable Day sketch with Tina Fey, Patricia Arquette and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.23 Apr 07:00 AM
EntertainmentNaked Magicians make their clothes disappearIs this the cheekiest act of the Comedy Festival? One-half of Aussie duo The Naked Magicians tells us about their accidental 'orgy' of comedy, magic and nudity.22 Apr 11:30 PM
EntertainmentActor has Funny or Die on-set meltdownDennis Quaid's curse word-filled, on-set meltdown - which surfaced on Reddit Monday - was all for a Funny or Die sketch.17 Apr 01:00 AM
EntertainmentTwelve Questions: Cori Gonzalez-MacuerHe was a loudmouth vampire in What We Do in the Shadows, but comedian Cori Gonzalez-Macuer prefers dry understatement. He talks about tattoos, whisky, failure and success.13 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentStraight as a DaiWhat does it take to be a successful comic? Well, being funny sure helps. But so, too, Dai Henwood tells Greg Dixon, does having a clear head and a brain for business07 Apr 09:34 PM
EntertainmentLet's talk the big stuffForget the birds and the bees, Michele A’Court says there are other important things to tell your children. Rebecca Barry Hill talks to the comedian about parenthood, making people laugh and being a grandmother at 53.27 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentMel Brooks, 88, back for a showIt sounds like the set-up for a joke: what does Mel Brooks have in common with Audrey Hepburn, Whoopi Goldberg and Sir John Gielgud?24 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhy we laugh inappropriatelyAn attack of the giggles can sometimes appear at the strangest moments, but laughter often isn't to do with comedy value.24 Mar 04:50 AM
EntertainmentTake it like a manComedian Urzila Carlson talks about gender-bending life experiences, the delights of toilet humour and learning to man up.21 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Bravo Figaro!, Q TheatreThis simply staged one-man show makes for an easy, funny and extraordinarily entertaining night out.17 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe laugh lineup unveiledThe line-up for the 2015 Comedy Festival is out today with a programme featuring everyone from returning international and local stars to provocative new acts.25 Feb 07:00 PM
EntertainmentEddie Murphy refused to play Bill CosbyEddie Murphy refused to play troubled comedian Bill Cosby in a sketch during Saturday Night Live's 40th anniversary show.19 Feb 09:30 PM
OpinionRebecca Barry HillComedy review: Eddie Izzard, Aotea CentreEarly on in Eddie Izzard's performance, one of two in Auckland before his 26-country Force Majeur tour returns him to the UK, there was the matter of the pesky fly.19 Feb 07:30 PM
EntertainmentTour news: Alan DaviesHis last tour here was called Life is Pain but it seems Alan Davies will be in a bit of a better mood when he visits again in July.04 Feb 07:50 PM
EntertainmentWhat makes Kiwis laugh?Michael Palin gives Dominic Corry insights on Kiwis and humour.31 Jan 09:00 PM
EntertainmentAuckland Fringe Festival: As once was PonsonbyA festival show has patrons pounding streets, finds Rebecca Barry-Hill.31 Jan 07:00 PM
EntertainmentMr Bean making a comebackBritish funnyman Rowan Atkinson is set to reprise his role as Mr. Bean.27 Jan 01:30 AM
EntertainmentWhat he does in the shadows: Raymond CroweThe international magician dubbed The Unusualist is returning to New Zealand with his own box of tricks.23 Jan 09:00 PM
EntertainmentWhat to expect from Eddie Izzard's NZ tourThe name of Eddie Izzard's latest tour Force Majeure means a superior force, an act of God, an unavoidable event.15 Jan 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHorrible Bosses star standing tall in HollywoodAt a time when more Hollywood comedians are flaunting their loudness and lewdness, Jason Sudeikis' rise to stardom seems remarkably understated and subdued.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionBoris Johnson: Hollywood needs to get a gripWhoa, this can't be right. Guys, guys, guys - this isn't the end. It feels like the lights have just come on in the theatre just when I was settling down to my popcorn...22 Dec 08:35 PM
EntertainmentDr Evil pokes fun at hackersMike Myers has reprised his Austin Powers villain Dr Evil to poke fun at the Sony/North Korea hacking scandal on Saturday Night Live.22 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionChris SchulzComedy review: Chelsea Handler, ASB TheatreHow offensive can Chelsea Handler get? Chris Schulz braved the TV comedian's first Auckland show to find out.29 Nov 07:40 PM
EntertainmentComedians Russell Peteres, Bill Burr head to NZTwo North American comedy stars are making their way to Auckland next year. Canadian Russell Peters is returning to New Zealand after his sold-out 2013 show.26 Nov 05:30 PM
WorldNew Cosby accuser emergesVeteran comedy star Bill Cosby struck a defiant pose and lapped up standing ovations at one of his live shows in America at the weekend as he faced down growing allegations of rape and sexual assault....23 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRussell Brand's Parklife parodyRussell Brand has fired back at social media users who have ridiculed his political rants using Blur's Parklife by re-recording the song himself.10 Nov 11:30 PM
RoyalsThe comedic Prince CharlesPrince Charles has roasted Molly Meldrum in a tongue-in-cheek message coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Countdown.07 Nov 07:15 PM
New ZealandDriving me crazyComedian and top-class driver Urzila Carlson explains why it’s easier to drive in New Zealand than South Africa and why she’s not a good passenger.07 Nov 07:00 PM
Entertainment'My show is for adults'Things are bound to get personal when Chelsea Handler brings her lippy stand-up show to Auckland. The former Late Night host talks to Chris Schulz.05 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandHow about a bungee-jumping sheep? John Oliver mocks NZ flagHost of Last Week Tonight suggested three alternative flag designs. One of them involves a Hobbit doing something very bad.04 Nov 02:19 AM
Entertainment12 Questions: Dai HenwoodA wedding DJ before he made his name in stand-up, Dai Henwood is hosting this month’s Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards. Sarah Stuart asks him twelve questions.03 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIggy's awkward SNL showShe came under fire last month for apparently lip-synching during a performance with Jennifer Lopez.28 Oct 03:00 AM
