Comedy

Dr Jo Prendergast - Cancer and Cartwheels

"Resoundingly Funny"
$22 - $29 (plus service fees)
55 mins
24 May 2025

Dr Jo has boobs behaving badly! Laugh through the tough stuff with a hilarious night of meaningful comedy! A light-hearted show about Dr Jo’s victory over cancer and her cartwheeling ability. Illness, menopause and aging! A comedy show about coping with change.


‘an absolute delight’ - Art Murmurs
‘a terrific way of sharing educational information’ – Backstage Christchurch
‘Resoundingly funny’– Theatreview

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Creative Team:
Dr Jo Prendergast

Audience Warnings:
May contain adult themes, recommended for ages 18+

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