Some of New Zealand’s biggest comedy and music names will take the stage in Wellington this month for a major fundraiser supporting flood-affected residents.
Pōneke House Party will be held at Wellington’s Opera House on Sunday, May 17, with all profits going to the Wellington Mayoral Flood Relief Fund.
The all-ages event starts at 6pm and combines stand-up comedy, live music and surprise guest appearances as part of the NZ International Comedy Festival and NZ Music Month celebrations.
Comedian and actor Tofiga Fepulea’i and singer-songwriter Tami Neilson will co-headline the show, with comedian James Nokise hosting alongside house band The Funkadelics.
The lineup includes comedians Justine Smith, Michele A’Court, Rhys Mathewson, Wilson Dixon and Karen O’Leary.
Musical performers Samuel Flynn Scott, Luke Buda, LILA JNR and Dropper are also set to appear, with organisers promising more surprise guests on the night.
Organisers said all profits from the event would go directly to people affected by recent flooding across Te Whanganui-a-Tara.
The fundraiser follows severe weather that caused flooding and damage in parts of Wellington, prompting a wider community response to support affected residents and businesses.
Tickets are available through the Comedy Festival website.
