Comedy

Lucy Dawber - Rich people cry too

Using sketch comedy, confessional storytelling, and the help of a sexy philosophy lecturer, Lucy Dawber one by one unmasks and confronts life's true bandidos: love, conflict, sex, money and family.

$22 - $24 (service fees apply)
60 minutes, no interval
16-17 May 2024
Thu 16 May, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Fri 17 May, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Passion, romance, betrayal, hairy chested men and eye patch-wearing villains. These are the staples of a good 'Telenovela'. But how can a Kiwi, non-Spanish speaking, 3rd-generation Latina make sense of her own existence through these outlandish soap operas?

Using sketch comedy, confessional storytelling, and the help of a sexy philosophy lecturer, Lucy Dawber one by one unmasks and confronts life's true bandidos: love, conflict, sex, money and family.

Winner - PANNZ Auckland Fringe Award 2022

You obviously have good taste. Check out the full line up in the NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo 3-26 May 2024.

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Audience Warnings:
This performance may contain colourful language, adult themes, and is recommended for ages 13+.

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