Dirty Rice
Kick off Lunar New Year with a flavour explosion of laughs!
Dirty
Rice is serving up an all-Asian comedy showcase that's bold, spicy, and
absolutely unforgettable. This variety show is packed with razor-sharp
punchlines, outrageous stories, and cultural twists that will leave you
hungry for more.
Starring a powerhouse lineup including Lily Catastrophe, Chen Wang,
Elliott Lam, Ralph Hilaga, and more incredible Asian talent from across
Aotearoa and beyond, this is your chance to experience comedy that's as
vibrant and diverse as the Lunar New Year itself.
Expect a night of sizzling humour, unexpected surprises, and a
celebration of voices that deserve the spotlight. Whether you're here
for the fiery jokes, the cheeky banter, or the sheer joy of live
performance, Dirty Rice promises a feast of funny you won't forget.
About the performers
- Ralph Hilaga is a founding member of Catfish Trifecta, and a finalist at the Wellington Raw Comedy Quest 2025.
- Lily Catastrophe is the creator of BOTTOM SURGERY, winner of Best New Comedian at the Wellington Comedy Awards 2024, and an internationally touring burlesque performer.
- Chen Wang is the winner of Best New Comedian - Lower North Island at the comedy Guild Awards 2024, runner-up of the National Raw Comedy Quest 2024.
- Elliott Lam is the star creator of SKWERT: The Musical, and finalist at the Wellington Raw Comedy Quest 2025.
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Comedy
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$32.00 -
17-18 February 2026 -
60 minutes -
The Gods Paramount -
Auditorium -
16+ -
Heavy Coarse Language, Adult Themes
