Jerome's Variety Hour

Recession who? Global Warming where? Terror what? With so many abstract nouns to worry about, Jerome Chandrahasen presents his search for the concrete things that cheer us up in the 2009 NZ International Comedy Festival.

In the tradition of the variety shows of the 1930s, Jerome’s Variety Hour looks for the laughter in a mix of comedy, characters and verse. Finding the joy in family, nature and friendship, Jerome shares his favourite stories and anecdotes in his characteristically quirky but irresistibly engaging performance.

Jerome Chandrahasen has performed in every NZ International Comedy Festival since 2004. His unique brand of comedy saw him win Best New Comer in the NZICF Awards 2005 and gain a nomination for the prestigious Billy T Award in 2006.

With the peculiar background including a mathematics degree, brief stint as librarian, swing dance instructor and tour guide of New Zealand birds, Jerome never fails to find humour in unforeseen places. His unconventional performances have both delighted and bewildered audiences and critics alike. 



"Had the audience hanging off every word…uniquely enjoyable" – Lumiere Reader 



"Has an infectious enthusiasm and a delightfully lateral view of the world" – Theatreview

“Brought the house down” – Salient

“Awkward… I was tempted to leave’ - Texture

Event listed by Phil Reed

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