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The Room
There's something shameful about mocking bad movies. As Patton Oswalt points out, even the worst movies had a cast and crew who believed in their work. And Tommy Wiseau has never stopped believing. Although he sounds like Arnie and looks like a cross between Steven Seagal and Fabio, Wiseau sees himself as the heir to Tennessee Williams.
Party Down
Ricky Gervais' Extras argued that catch phrases kill good TV comedy, but we think catch phrases are "Pretty, pretty, prettaaay good". The more obscure the quote, the better. One program that needs to go from obscure to well-known is Party Down. One of its best running gags is based on a catchphrase "Hey, are we having fun yet?", the slogan for a popular beer commercial.
Pauly Shore
What:
Pauly Shore
Where:
Albion Comedy Club and Restaurant, 281 Sandgate Rd, Albion
When:
Thu Apr 15, 8pm
How much:
$49 + bf from here
Description:
Let's face it; late night movies are the shit (aside from the brainwashing Guthy-Renker ads). It's no wonder that Encino Man gets its fair share of rotation around midnight when it has such priceless gems as 'The Weasel'. On the back of his celebrity orphan-snatching mockumentary Adopted, Pauly Shore is finally ready to bring his high-larious live show to Brisbane.
The Pajama Men
What:
The Pajama Men
When:
Thurs Mar 18-21, 8.30pm
Where:
Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St Fortitude Valley
How much:
$18 here
Description:
Pajama Men, aren't actually men in their pyjamas, it's just their quirky name. They return to Australia with their smash hit show The Last Stand to Reason as part of the Brisbane Comedy Festival. The show itself is a multi-plotline thriller, which won last years Barry Award at the Melbourne International comedy Festival.
Michael Chamberlain
What:
Michael Chamberlain
When:
Tue Mar 16-21, 8.30pm
Where:
Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St, New Farm
How much:
$18 here
Description:
You mightn't know Michael Chamberlain by name, but you would know his jokes. They are all over television and radio. Chamberlain is a storyteller at heart and Keep Yourself Nice is his first full-length show in 3 years. A stand out, sell out straight from the Adelaide Fringe, direct to sunny QLD.
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2010 as told by Comedian Tom Ballard
Hey Brisbane, are you ready to laff (sic)?!
Good. That really is the best attitude to have, particularly when there is a comedy festival approaching.
Actually, the 'laughing' is really a bit of a bonus. The real question is "Are you ready to go through a ticket-booking process and attend a venue at a specific time?.
Brisbane Comedy Festival
What:
Brisbane Comedy Festival
Where:
Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St New Farm
When:
Tue Feb 23 till Sun March 21
How much:
Prices vary between shows
Description:
Do not be concerned if you hear giggling, laughter and uncontrollable lolling coming from the bowels of the Powerhouse this month. Queensland's premier comedic event is happening again. The Brisbane Comedy Festival celebrates all things funny, crass and at times, a little bit rude. Adam Hills, Tom Ballard and Will Anderson will all be there and guarantee to have you in stitches.
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