2014 Comedy in the Basement Guide (July — September)

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JULY — SEPTEMBER 2014 #COMEDYINTHEBASEMENT

The Coast’s best comedy venue brings you a raucous evening of local, national and international performers, with regular appearances from popular TV and radio personalities. Enjoy guaranteed non-stop laughs and hilarious antics.

showtime 8.00pm

Dinner + Show Package $79.00

Friday 4 July

mick meredith Mick always had a love for standup comedy and gave it a crack in the 1990’s at the legendary Harold park hotel.

Since then he has appeared and headlined in every major comedy venue in Australia.

Friday 11 July

Friday 25 July

danny mcginley

steve allison

Danny McGinlay has been performing stand up since the age of 16.

Since then he has performed all over Australia and internationally including London, New York and The Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Over the years, Steve has travelled over a million kilometres on the comedy circuit honing his craft.

His clever, laid back, friendly style of comedy has a polish and delivery that guarantees laughs.

Friday 18 July

Friday 1 August

bev killick

matt okine

Bev’s life has become all about boobs since she was asked to perform as a Bosum Buddy in Busting Out! Of course she accepted the offer and has now toured for the last four years in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and Edinburgh Festival.

Matt began his career in 2004 and has since made regular TV and film appearances. Matt also works as an MC for several high profile events and was even nominated for Sydney Comedian of the Year in 2011.

Friday 8 August

Friday 22 August

chris wainhouse

bruno lucia

Chris’ sharp-witted and daringly clever act has seen him perform with many comic greats such as Vince Sorrenti, Bruno Lucia, Jeff Green (UK), John Maloney (UK), Mark Mayer (UK), Arj Barker (USA) and Stevie Starr - The Regurgitator.

One of Australia’s most popular comedians and television personalities, Bruno Lucia has well and truly earned his comedy stripes playing the live standup comedy circuit around Australia, the USA, and the UK. Bruno is inoffensive, funny and a reliable laugh maker.

Friday 15 August

Friday 29 August

daniel townes

dave eastgate

With his laidback style of stand-up Townes has won over audiences worldwide!

Dave has toured the world and partied with some of the biggest stars on the planet.

Since emerging on the scene almost a decade ago as one of Australia’s hottest comedy prospects Daniel Townes has rapidly made his name as one of the country’s best live comedians.

He is the star of ABC TV’s Wednesday Night Fever, The Elegant Gentleman’s Guide To Knife Fighting and Maximum Choppage. Dave Eastgate delivers hernia-inducinghilarity with every performance.

Friday 5 September

Friday 19 September

lawrence mooney

mick nevan

With life experience as a window cleaner, customs officer, perfume salesman, stand-up comic, writer, actor and an acclaimed performer in his own one-man show – Lawrence has an extraordinary talent for knowing what makes people tick. His insightful one man show ‘Lawrence of Suburbia’ won rave reviews at the 2012 Melbourne Comedy Festival.

Mick’s first gig was at The Arts Centre Gold Coast in October 2003 when he qualified for the semifinals of the Legends of Laughter competition. Two gigs later he won the princely sum of $300 and decided that stand-up comedy was easier than working. Since then, Mick has been a regular performer at venues around the country.

Friday 12 September

Friday 26 September

tommy dean

brett nichols

With rock god long hair and a booming deep voice this funny American never fails to impress an audience. You may have seen him on shows such as Spicks and Specks, Good News Week, Stand Up Australia, Rove Live and The Today Show.

A regular headline act on both the Sydney and national comedy circuit, Brett is a well seasoned, highly versatile comic. Brett Nichols features at Sydney’s comedy hotspots, The Comedy Store, Fox Studios and The Laugh Garage. Atop this, Brett is a headline comedian for both A-List and Star100 comedy rooms throughout Sydney and beyond.

The Arts Centre Gold Coast presents JAZZ HOSTED BY Mal WooD Some of Australia’s finest jazz and blues artists take the stage each month with smokin’ hot jazz or rhythm ‘n blues. Your host Mal Wood handpicks the finest swinging ensembles to guarantee a fine night out for lovers of jazz. time 7.30pm VENUE The Basement cost $29.00 (adult) or $22.00 (concession)

Saturday 5 July Josh Boyd

Saturday 2 August Lil’ Fi and the Late Night Revival

Saturday 13 September Kacey Patrick

Functions and Events at The Arts Centre Gold Coast Planning an 18th party, 21st birthday, wedding or other celebration? The Arts Centre Gold Coast offers a range of spaces to make your event a success.

For events catering up to 100 people, choose from our luxurious Panorama Suite with a large balcony and sweeping views of Surfers, or the Lakeside Terrace with views of Evandale lake and Surfers skyline.

For larger events catering for up to 800 people, our Paradise Showroom features an 8m stage, state-of-the-art lighting and sound equipment plus a large terrace with stunning water views.

And for the lovebirds, The Arts Centre Gold Coast can create your perfect day, whether it’s an intimate ceremony or grand affair. The heritage-listed St Margaret’s Chapel is a popular choice for wedding ceremonies.

Contact our Functions and Events team to discuss your next event via phone on (07) 5588 4000 or email at events@theartscentregc.com.au.

Dinner and show packages available from $79.00 Includes entry, main meal and a four hour drink package.

Box Office Hours Monday to Friday 9.00am — 9.00pm Saturday 9.00am — 9.00pm Sunday 11.00am — 7.00pm

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Information correct at time of printing. (June 2014)