EVERY FRIDAY Night LOL
OCTOBER — DECEMBER 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 3 October
Friday 17 October
joel ozborn
jeff green
Joel is a regular in comedy clubs across the country including regular performances at Sydney’s original comedy store, where he continues to entertain audiences with his unique style of comedy. Joel has toured with fellow comedians Akmal Saleh and Arj Barker. He will leave you in stitches!
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 10 October
Friday 24 October
david smiedt
darren sanders
David Smiedt has been delighting audiences around the country and overseas with his brand of warm inclusive comedy for nearly a decade. He is now one of Australia’s finest comedian MC’s and corporate performers. David is a regular on television shows such as The Today Show and Ready Steady Cook.
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 31 October
Friday 14 November
tahir
brad oakes
Tahir is one of Australia’s busiest comedians. This Logie-nominated performer has featured in comedy venues around the country and had numerous television appearances. You may remember his hilarious character ‘Habib’ in the SBS series Pizza and the hit movie Fat Pizza.
His take on comedy is that it will be best for the audience if they can ‘see jokes through his eyes’ and accordingly takes time to craft his material. ‘He is dry, cynical and funny... extremely proficient stand-up comic’ —Melbourne Age Newspaper
Friday 7 November
Friday 21 November
dave williams
hung le
David Williams who has a Jim Carrey look and manner brings the house down laughing. By no means has a novice, David performed alongside some of the world’s best including, Jimeoin, Carl Barron, The Amazing Jonathon, Judith Lucy, Shane Bourne, Steady Eddy, Julia Morris, Kitty Flanagan and more!
An author, musician, clown, actor and all round song and dance man… Hung’s stand up work and theatre shows are always edgy, satirical, political and his musical send ups guarantee to spin your mind, dazzle your imagination and awaken your funny zones.
Friday 28 November
Friday 12 December
steady eddy
double feature
This famous comedian suffers from cerebral palsy, a disability on which he based his early comedy act. However, as Steady made a name for himself, he escaped his self-inflicted stereotype and branched out from his original politically-incorrect, ‘spaz’ jokes.
Dave Callan is a versatile and highly entertaining comedian and performer. He has been on many Aussie TV shows and hosts his own show on Triple J. Lindsay Webb’s style features observational comedy mixed with character voices. Witness improvisation at its height and awesome interaction with the crowd leaving them with a one off experience.
Friday 5 December
Friday 19 December
chris wainhouse
mick meredith
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.
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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.
The Arts Centre Gold Coast presents
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Strictly 18+
The Flashbacks are coming to The Arts Centre this Christmas to showcase the hits of the Motown era with a dinner and show. DATE Saturday 13 December TIME 6.00pm COST $95.00, Table of 10: $900.00 Cost includes three course meal and drink on arrival. Cash bar available. Book now www.theartscentregc.com.au | (07) 5588 4000
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 4 October Aaron Michaels Quartet
Saturday 1 November Big Kitty
Saturday 6 December Amy Michaels and The Good Time Girls
Forget Ho! Ho! Ho! Let’s Ha! Ha! Ha!
COMEDY Christmas packages Make this Christmas the merriest yet for you and your co-workers!
$79.00pp Includes comedy ticket, MAIN MEAL + 4 hour BEVERAGE package 7.00pm—11.00pm Main meal – Chicken breast with macadamia nut and cranberry f illing with roast garlic mash, greens and madeira sauce Gluten free and vegetarian meals available on request.
BEGINS FRIDAY 7 NOVEMBER Book now (07) 5588 4000 | www.theartscentregc.com.au
Functions and Events 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. Contact our Functions and Events team to discuss your next event via phone on (07) 5588 4000 or email at events@theartscentregc.com.au.
Box Office Hours Monday to Friday 9.00am — 9.00pm Saturday 9.00am — 9.00pm Sunday 11.00am — 7.00pm
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Box Office (07) 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au boxoffice@theartscentregc.com.au 135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 Proudly supported by
Information correct at time of printing. (September 2014) 18+ Only