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The comedy circuit is booming in Cape Town, led by the Cape Comedy Collective, a group of comedians who tour the city hosting nights at different venues. The scene is very cutting edge, playing on the multitude of issues that plague modern South Africa – not for the easily offended. It is also perhaps the most mixed scene in the city, both in terms of comedians and audiences, a welcome change from the often still-segregated nightlife scene. Comedians come and go at break-neck speed, but some of the most popular at time of writing include well-established Marc Lottering and the up-and- coming Kurt Schoonraad, from Mitchell’s Plain on the Cape Flats. Stand up shows, the best of which are on weekends (including Sunday night) are almost always excellent, offering a hilarious and thought-provoking insight to the city – providing not too many of the punch lines are in Afrikaans. For listings and information check the Cape Times or visit http://www.comedyclub.co.za Bijou, Lower Main Rd, Observatory, T 021-4480183. Tue-Sun 2000-late. Ultra-fashionable club/bar/open-air theatre. Hosts some of the stand-up comedians visiting Cape Town for the annual Smirnoff Comedy Festival, held in October. Comedy Warehouse, 55 Somerset Rd, Green Point, T 021-4252175. 2000-late. Stand up comedy on Friday and Saturday, also hosts Smirnoff Sessions and Cape Comedy Collective. Independent Armchair Theatre, 135 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, T 021-4471514. Daily 2000-0100. Popular venue with huge sofas to lounge in, hosts the Cape Comedy Collective on Sunday, also sometimes has open mic nights.
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