What kind of weekend is this even? Payday is still two days away and we’re on the brink of happiness.
So it’s a scrape-together-the-last-pennies-for-a-patsy kinda weekend.
This weekend, unlike Eskom, the jokes are going to be lit.
The first Mother City Comedy Festival launched this week at the Baxter Studio Theatre and will run until 31 March.
SPLITTING HAIRS: Lindy Johnson presents Frizz Pop. Photo: Supplied
It’s the brainchild of comedians Siv Ngesi and Stuart Taylor and showcases “a full spectrum of different comedic styles”.
“The local stand-up comedy circuit has grown at a rapid rate, which has given rise to some hilarious household names, as well as stars of film and television.
“A host of local stars will present new work at the festival, along with a few surprise international artists,” says co-producer Siv.
“Audiences have the chance to feast on ensemble shows, two-handers and solo offerings, ensured to cater for all comedy tastes.”
Stuart adds: “This is truly a festival for comedy connoisseurs.”
SUNDAY: Jem Atkins hosts Not Famous at 6pm
Friday night at 6 pm, it’s The Phil Spectrum with Phil de Lange, followed at 8.45 pm by Mel Jones. On Saturday, Carl Weber presents Weber or Not at 6 pm, followed at 7.30 pm by Kagiso KG Mokgadi, and 45 minutes later by Riaad Moosa’s Not A Nice Guy.
On Sunday at 6 pm, Jem Atkins hosts Not Famous at 7.30 pm, Lindy Johnson and Kate Pinchuck present Frizz Pop, and Rob van Vuuren ends off the weekend with Again.
Tickets cost R120 to R150 at Webtickets and selected Pick n Pay stores.