2015 Comedy in the Basement Guide (January — March)

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THE ARTS CENTRE GOLD COAST JANUARY — MARCH 2015 #COMEDYINTHEBASEMENT

COMEDY in the basement

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.

Groups $22.00 (6+) Single $25.00 Dinner and Show Package $79.00 Doors and bar open 6.30pm Show 8.00pm 18 + only

Friday 2 January Lawrence Mooney A familiar face on Australian television and has featured regularly on Spicks and Specks, Can of Worms and acting roles including The Cup and the Seven Network’s Winners and Losers. A hilarious one man show!

Friday 9 January Chris Radburn

Friday 23 January Bev Killick

With his hilarious observational style of humour, former lawyer Chris Radburn is one of the funniest comics on the scene today. Chris has made numerous television appearances including The NRL Footy Show, NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Stand up Australia and Joker Poker.

The star of Busting Out, Bev has the ability to get a crowd laughing non-stop each and every time makes this a show not to be missed.

Friday 16 January Ashley Fils Aime

Friday 30 January Matt Okine

Born in Haiti and raised in Miami Florida, Ashley has been performing stand up comedy since he was 18.

From touring Scandinavia to the United States, Ash learned how to become universal in his stand-up while working as National Headliner Pablo Francisco’s support act for 11 years.

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 6 February Mick Neven

Friday 20 February Joel Ozborn

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. Since then, Mick has been a regular performer at venues around the country.

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!

Friday 13 February Daniel Townes

Friday 27 February Danny McGinlay

Daniel Townes began performing comedy in late 2003 and since emerging on the scene as one of the country’s hottest comedy prospects he has taken his gags global.

Based in Sydney andccasionally London, Townes is one of Australia’s youngest International Comedians.

McGinlay once described himself as a “slightly nerdy bogan with too much testosterone” and while he’s matured, there is still the hint of your enthusiastic little brother whose only wish is to make you laugh and he succeeds.

Friday 6 March Harley Breen

Friday 20 March Dave Callan

Harley Breen has blown away audiences from the sugarcane fringes of Queensland to the sweaty stages of the Edinburgh Fringe.

Regularly headlining around Australia, Harley has won over a legion of fans with his accessible and relatable comedy.

Dave Callan is a versatile and highly entertaining comedian, writer and performer.

Friday 13 March Chris Wainhouse

Friday 27 March 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.

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.

Dave has been on just about every Australian TV show that features stand-up comedians and now hosts his own show on Triple J.

The Arts Centre Gold Coast presents

Grace Knight

DATE Saturday 14 March 2015 VENUE The Basement time 8.00pm (Doors and bar 7.00pm) cost $35.00 (adult) or $32.00 (concession)

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow ‘Side-splitting fun, razor-sharp, high velocity wit.’

Daily Examiner, Grafton

DATE Fri 15 May, 8.00pm (entertainment on the Terrace from 6.00pm) COST Season Package 5+ shows $45.90, 10+ shows $43.20, 15+ shows $40.50 Single Tickets Adult $54.00, Concession $47.00, Group 6+ $45.00, Student $30.00

Image: Jim Lee Photo

My Funny Valentine With Valentine’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, it’s the ideal time to take your sweetheart somewhere special!

If you love the combination of food, wine and smooth jazz, book your table for My Funny Valentine presented by Mal Wood in the intimate setting of The Basement.

Our very own ‘Mr Cool’, Mal Wood, will host a romantic and unforgettable program of jazz in My Funny Valentine on Saturday 14 February at 7.30pm.

Adult $29, Concession $22. Book at www.theartscentregc.com.au or call (07) 5588 4000.

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 10.00am — 8.00pm

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The Arts Centre Gold Coast 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217 Bookings (07) 5588 4000 info@theartscentregc.com.au www.theartscentregc.com.au Proudly supported by

18+ Only — Information correct at time of printing. (December 2014)

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