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The
Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2011 is fast approaching, kicking off on March 30, and soon after it is Sydney's turn, with the annual
Sydney Comedy Festival 2011 opening on April 11. Expect to see local and international world-class comedians from every corner of the globe, in iconic venues such as the
Sydney Opera House and the
Enmore Theatre . Here are just some of the festival highlights;
The UK's Gina Yashere, in her latest show
"I'm Gonna Keep Shouting Till You Notice Me " . She is best known for her characters 'Tanya' and 'Mrs. Omokorede' on
The Lenny Henry Show .
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Irish comedian Tommy Tiernan, in his latest show
"Designer Wino "
VIDEO Comedian/musician Reggie Watts, in his latest show
"Why S*** So Crazy ?"
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Ardal O'Hanlon , who is best known for his role as '
Father Dougal McGuire ' in the classic
Father Ted .
VIDEO Ventriloquist Nina Conti and her friends take the stage in the upcoming show
"Talk to the Hand "
VIDEO The always popular Stephen K Amos is back with his latest show "
The Best Medicine "
VIDEO There is also the latest show from
Mark Watson .
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Danny Bhoy also returns with his latest show "
Messenger (Please Do Not Shoot) "
VIDEO Other performers/shows include
Chris Radburn ,
Scared Weird Little Guys ,
Steve Hughes and
RocKwiz , as well as the usual festival events such as
Preview Night and
Cracker Night at
Parade ,
Enmore ,
Seymour and
Metro .
See the full festival program online
here or have it delivered to your home by registering
here .
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Purchase your tickets early to avoid disappointment!