Discover the latest happenings for the first week of 2020 in Kuala Lumpur with your weekly Comedy & Theatre & Stage Guide for the next seven days. Here’s a selection of what’s coming up. Happy New year.
JANUARY 1: Wednesday
Open Crack at Crackhouse
Is the smoking ban taking a toll on your social life? Did you choke on your Teh Ais when you saw the Raj Banana Leaf video? Do you wish you could tell all the racist people in the country to get lost? Or do you do a mean impression of Siti Kasim? Open Crack! open-mic night could be for you. Participants are given 3 minutes of stage-time and absolutely anyone can participate.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL.
9pm. Tickets online RM15/ Door RM20. https://crackhouseopencrack.peatix.com Call +60 11-2321 2150 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
JANUARY 2: Thursday
The Rojak Show. The Ultimate Malaysian Comedy Show
It's the ultimate Malaysian Comedy show! The Rojak Show is a showcase of Malaysia's best comics. Four acts, two performing in our mother tongue Bahasa Malaysia and two performing in English all of them undeniably hilarious!
Rojak Comedy menampilkan persembahan komedi "Stendap" di dalam Bahasa Melayu dan Bahasa Inggeris!
CRACKHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL
Ticket: RM40 online / RM50 walk-in https://crackhousecomedyrojak.peatix.com/ Call +6011-2321 2150 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
JANUARY 3: Friday
Crackhouse presents Rizal Van Geyzel
(January 3-4)
It’s their legendary Weekend Headliner night! You know them, you love them the best comedy nights in KL! With huge names from all around the world, you’re guaranteed to laugh until you cry! Kicking off 2020 with a bang. The Crakmaster himself, Rizal Van Geyzel joined by some of Malaysia's finest will be putting on an off-the-cuff special with new mateiral, hilarious crowd work and even more laughter. Rizal van Geyzel is a strong presence in Malaysia's stand-up comedy scene and is well known as the co-founder of Crackhouse Comedy Club and One Mic Stand. As a comedian in his own right, Rizal has performed across the world, from intimate club gigs to festival shows in front of thousands of people. 0% politically correct and 100% hilarious, Rizal brings audiences anecdotes, stories, impersonations, and observations through his rapid-fire wit and acid-sharp delivery.
CRACKHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL
Ticket : RM50 online / RM60 at the door. https://chheadliners34jan.peatix.com. Call +60 11-2321 2150 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
Comedy Kick Off at The Joke Factory
(January 3-4)
It’s a brand new year of The Joke Factory and it’s time to kick it off with some comedy. Hosted by Malaysia’s biggest comedian Papi Zak, this show features Prakash Daniel, Riezman Radzlan, Mad Sabah, and visiting US comic Esther Chen! Come celebrate 2020 with a bang!
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Tickets RM40 online / RM50 door. at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-523 1491 or it will sell out.
Bobo KL presents Are We There Yet? 2020
(January 3-4)
Joanne Kam - Malaysia’s Queen of Comedy starts the new decade off with a bang on 3 January and 4 January - with trusty sidekicks Prakash Daniel and Hannan Azlan. Fasten your seatbelts for a wild ride!
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL
RM60. RM45 (for diners). For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
JANUARY 4: Saturday
At the DPF with the MPO
(January 4-5)
Start the new decade with the new 2020 season with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra kicking off with a Viennese New Year. Come celebrate the New Year in true Viennese style with the music of Johann Strauss II. Known as the “Waltz King”, he inspired a 19th century dance craze of swirling couples across the finest European ballrooms. Maestro Pietari Inkinen leads the MPO in this light hearted yet nostalgic selection of Strauss’ favourites. With some Chopin, Sibelius, Katchaturian, Farquhar and Dvorak thrown in for measure.
DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS: Level 2, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC, KL
Tickets: RM141 RM113 RM84 RM56. Become a subscriber when you buy a minimum of any 5 concerts across all series to enjoy 20% off and other special privileges. To purchase tickets, visit our Box Office at Ground Floor, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC or call 03 2331 7007, you may also purchase online. Visit the MPO website for more details - http://www.mpo.com.my/
JANUARY 6: Monday
Officially Harith Iskandar Live
In the spirit of the critically acclaimed late-night talk show hosted by Harith Iskander himself comes his brand new podcast: Officially Harith! Be part of the live audience and ask him questions and give comments as the Godfather of Malaysian Standup Comedy discusses the week’s top stories, trends, cultural touchstones, or anything else he feels like talking about on this new weekly live show! Come and be part of the show!
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Call +60135231491 or +60139622956, WhatsApp at: http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ or click here: https://bit.ly/2wfMTkI, for bookings!
JANUARY 7: Tuesday
The Joke Factory Open Mic
If you’ve ever wanted to try stand up comedy in any language, this is the platform for you. Come and watch regular open mic-ers and established comedians try out their stuff and sign your name up too so you can get a chance to see if you’ve got what it takes to be funny. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-523 1491
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Call 013-523 1491. or +60139622956, WhatsApp at: http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ or click here: https://bit.ly/2wfMTkI, for bookings.
