Clear your calendar and prepare for the freshest comedy afternoon of the year!
The 2025 Savanna Newcomer Showcase is rolling into Sandton, and with Tumi Morake at the helm, you’re guaranteed a laugh-till-your-face-hurts extravaganza.
On Sunday, 26 January 2025, the iconic Maslow Hotel will be transformed into a comedy playground, where 20 emerging comedians from across the country will have just five minutes on stage to showcase their talent and vie for a chance to secure a nomination in the highly coveted Savanna Newcomer Award category at this year’s awards.
If you want to discover the next big thing in comedy, this is the event to be at! Prepare for quick wit, sharp satire, and hilariously relatable digs as these newcomers pull out all the stops to make their mark.
The Savanna Newcomer Showcase – Where Laughter Meets Opportunity!
Why You Can’t Miss This:
- Tumi Morake is your host. Enough said.
- 20 newbie comedians are bringing their funniest material to the stage.
- Tickets are just R150 (that’s less than your monthly coffee budget). Tickets are limited, so book now on Quicket.
- Oh, and there’s a free Savanna on arrival because laughter is thirsty work.
Meet the 20 Fresh Faces of Funny:
- Aiden Ho – (@aiden_.ho)
- Chantal Harris – (@chantal_harris_comedy)
- Christie van Niekerk – (@christievniekerk)
- Daniele du Plessis – (@daniele.bia)
- Dombolo – (@domboloralo)
- Dr Mathews (@_drmathews)
- Farieda Metsileng – (@pharoahfi)
- Jerry McSpanky – (@jerry.mcspanky)
- Kamaney – (@g_kamaney)
- Keketso Hutamo – (@keketso_hutamo)
- Khanyisile Ngwenya – (@khanyisilecomedy)
- Nate Levinrad – (@natevuyolevinrad)
- Ngosa Kangwa – (@ngosakang)
- Ntsundeni Ndou – (@ntsundenindou)
- QuarterLeg De Comedian – (@quarterleg17)
- Rafique Ismail – (@rafique_ismail)
- Sala – (@sala_u_joke_2_much)
- Thendo Musetha – (@thendo_m)
- Wesley King – (@wesley_king__)
- Zaheer Gaida
Tips for Maximum Fun:
- Arrive at 16:00 for pre-drinks and mingling.
- Show starts at 17:00 sharp, don’t be late unless you want Tumi to roast you in front of everyone.
- Stick around after the show to meet the comedians and toast to a night well-laughed.
This isn’t just a showcase; it’s a chance to witness the future stars of South African comedy in their breakout moments.
Tickets are limited, so book now on Quicket.
If you want to see who wins the award, the Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards takes place on 12 April in Johannesburg. Keep your eyes on social media for details and ticket sales.
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