Urzila Carlson — Just Jokes
7 December 2024The Opera House
26 October 2024
The Opera House
Eric Idle has been in show business since 1961. Whatever he turns his hand to, he makes people laugh. Whether it’s part of the comedy troupe Monty Python, or as a creator of the hit musical ‘Spamalot’. Now, the actor, comedian, songwriter, musician, screenwriter, and playwright is coming to The Opera House in Wellington. His new show. ‘Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live!’ is a nostalgic one-man musical reflecting his love of comedy, music, and life.
The show also touches on his love of ‘Mock and Roll’. This weird hybrid of comedy and music is a long-time focus of Eric’s. ‘The Rutles’, the Beatles parody movie he created, was the world’s first-ever mockumentary.
He also pays tribute to George Harrison and Robin Williams in his show.
On being in show business for 63 years Eric says “Unfortunately I can’t find the exit.” He then added glumly, “My role in life seems to be cheering people up.”
7 December 2024The Opera House
3 December 2024The Opera House
8 – 9 October 2024The Opera House
4 November 2024The Opera House
17 August 2024The Opera House
3 August 2024The Opera House
30 September 2024St James Theatre
15 February 2025The Opera House
Tucked down an alleyway between Ghuznee and Dixon Streets is a restaurant known for its inventive cuisine.
Inspired by the backstreet restaurants of Venice, Ombra is Wellington’s very own bacaro, serving modern Italian small plates.
A haven for fine food lovers, this restaurant’s menu and drinks list matches the impressive surroundings of the building it resides in.
Nestled in Kelburn village, Graze is a sustainably focused wine bar that’s sure to become your new local.
This cool, kitsch, and cosy laneway bar is a shrine to great beer, great design, and great atmosphere.
Hot dogs and wine are the combination you didn’t know you needed at this relaxed rooftop bar.
Inner-city restaurant and bar Highwater Eatery walks the talk on sustainable and ethically sourced food.