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Celebrating Women, Comedy and Motherhood: Mother Funnies

Mother Funnies is an interactive comedy experience celebrating motherhood with a humorous twist. This Women’s Month, buckle up for a unique, rib-tickling comedy show featuring eight of Cape Town’s most talented comedians sharing their weird, wacky, and wonderful birth stories. The show promises an evening of laughter and fun.

Meet the Comedians

Mira Hewana

Mira Hewana, also known as The Queen of Kasi Comedy, leads the ensemble. Raised in Gugs, Mira has carved a niche for herself with her Vernac Comedy, enthralling audiences with her authentic Kasi style and amusingly relatable musings.

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Ma Suzy

Joining Mira on stage is Ma Suzy, a fearless Afrikaans tannie, cancer survivor, and angel mom. Ma Suzy has turned to comedy as a source of solace and is eager to share her therapeutic humor with the audience.

Vee Morton

Next up is Vee Morton, a Durban native whose quick-witted retorts and amusing tales of her journey from Durbs to the Mother City will have you chuckling. With her captivating performances in both KZN and Cape Town, Vee is undoubtedly an entertainer to remember.

Tumi Mkha

Tumi Mkha, lovingly referred to as Mrs. X, adds to the laughter with her animated narration and witty anecdotes. Hailing from Tzaneen, this comedienne has recently delved into motherhood, offering a fresh and comical perspective on this new chapter of her life.

Candace Nielson

Candace Nielson, also known as the Queen of Cheese, is a skilled artist who effortlessly blends compelling storytelling with cheeky humor. During the show, she will share her experiences of embracing her mixed heritage, overcoming addiction, and juggling life as a mom comedian. Candace has enchanted audiences across Cape Town with her captivating performances.

Lerato Sokhulu

Lerato Sokhulu, a versatile artist with years of experience in radio broadcasting and television content production, brings her stand-up comedy prowess to the evening. Her wit and charm promise an entertaining performance that will keep you engaged.

Melissa Ohlsson

Melissa Ohlsson, hailing from the Cape Flats, dons several hats as a mother of two, writer, feminist, and corporate ninja. In her performance, she skillfully intertwines humor with her colored identity, providing a fresh and witty perspective on everyday situations.

Imaan Shah

Lastly, the show introduces Imaan Shah, a budding comedienne poised to make her mark on the comedy scene.

Join the Celebration

Gather your girlfriends for a stylish and uproariously entertaining night out. For just R100, you’ll receive a glass of bubbly upon arrival, setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. The event takes place on Friday, 4 August 2023, at 7 pm at the ANEW Hotel Green Point. Secure your tickets on Quicket and join the celebration of women, comedy, and motherhood at Mother Funnies.

Sizwe Dlamini

Sizwe Dlamini is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s evolving food scene, from boeka picnics in the Bo-Kaap to seafood braais in Khayelitsha. Raised on the slopes of Table Mountain, he still starts every morning with a walk to the kramat in Constantia before heading out to discover whose grandmother is dishing up the best smoorsnoek that day.

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