Comedy

The opening of the NZ Comedy Festival in Wellington was great last night and thanks to Sarah, Angie and I also got to the after party. 'Twas very cool to be in comedy greatness, just hoping some has rubbed off! www.comedyfestival.co.nz
Terry Alderton was absolutely fantastic - his schizophrenic arguments with himself show his mega talent for voice and personality. Carey Marx, who was funnier last year when he abused a stuffed toy,  was still cheeky and maliciously clever and I would still love to see his whole show. 
Sam Wills, whose act is the boy with tape on his face is a terrific and a wonderfully expressive mime who draws the audience in and thrills without any swearing at all!  It can be done.
It seems to me that comics are swearing a bit less often, not relying on it for humour but using it as we woudl in any conversation. I was pleased.
The show was hosted by American Arj Barker who plays Dave on the Flight of the Conchords. He did a brilliant job, sharing his humour and insightful comments, not to mention his blues harmonic... Jamie Bowen's ukulele blues was cool,  'You Tube Sensation' Matt Mulholland's hilarious singing trio of guys is not to be missed - a delicious voice with a wicked sense of humour and some pretty groovy choreography.
Those are just a few of the highlights. They are all worth seeing.
Ciao for now... and did I tell you the one about?