Comedian Rhys Darby returns to stand-up

After starring in successful television shows and movies, Rhys Darby returns to stand-up comedy. It’s almost 10 years since the New Zealander took to the stage. Wellington audiences will get to see his mix of astute observations and physical stand-up in March. Rhys is renowned for spinning wild and fantastical stories that take his audience on a hilarious journey.

In his show, Rhys poses the question, “In a world full of AI and robot tech can a simple dad with slightly tight jeans stay relevant?” He hopes to prove this true – right now a touch of absurdity is more important than ever. “I’m so excited to return to the stage, a bit older, a bit wiser, but mostly a bit sillier than ever before!”

Involved in comedy since the mid-90s, Rhys is best known internationally for his on-screen work. He gained fame as well-meaning but inept band manager Murray Hewitt in ‘Flight of the Concords’. More recently he has starred in the ‘Jumanji’ movies and ‘Our Flag Means Death’. Rhys is also a prolific voice over artist having appeared in over 50 animation roles. He has written four books and produces New Zealand’s longest-running podcast ‘The Cryptid Factor’.