We produce our shows in Clubs, Theatres, Auditoriums, Stadiums,
Grand Ballrooms, Event Centres here in
New Zealand.
We are bringing some of the very best who are regulars on the
Pro-Club Circuit and appear regularly in Showrooms in Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles, U.K, Australia and other parts of the world.
Many of our comedians also are regulars on TV shows or appear on the Big Screen. Many are also regulars onboard Cruise Ships.
Do you have a private or corporate event happening and looking for a great MC/Comedian or other type of entertainment for your group?
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Kevin Flynn
Comedian/Actor Kevin Flynn brings heartfelt stories of his Irish working-class family to light in “Fear of Heights,”
a one-man show touring New Zealand in March 2024..
During the 90-minute performance, Flynn utilises the iconic 1932 photograph (“Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” by Charles C. Ebbets) of a row of ironworkers lunching precariously on a girder above the New York City skyline as a launching pad for his tales about life, family, and success in America.
As it turns out, one of those men in the photo happens to be his grandfather, Paddy Flynn.
Born into a third-generation Brooklyn steel-working family, the young Flynn was supposed to have followed his father and grandfather into the “family business,” but instead chased fame and fortune. Flynn briefly played professional soccer and then succeeded in comedy in Boston in the ‘80s, followed by work as a film & TV actor and host.
Flynn has interesting stories to tell along the way, captivating audiences with honesty, humor, and vulnerability. Flynn ruminates about the true meaning of success and the importance of family. He relays his struggles as a divorced father navigating a bi-coastal career and discloses his secret phobia. Yep, he’s scared of heights.
Ultimately, Fear of Heights is an interesting exploration of how the American experience memorialized in a black & white snapshot can loom so large in life—and on stage—generations later.
DOUG CHAPPEL
is a professional comic with over 25 years experience, and is widely regarded as one of Australia’s best live stand up comedians. Currently part of Triple M radio’s ‘Poets Day Friday’, Doug has also appeared on numerous TV programs, and has been the headline act in some of the world’s biggest and best Comedy Clubs. Doug has performed on 5 continents in nearly 20 countries, including the US, Asia, the Middle East and the UK. Doug has had sold out Comedy Festival shows, entertained the troops in countries like Afghanistan, Dubai, the Solomon Islands and East Timor, won numerous comedy awards, performed on cruise ships and has worked alongside acclaimed comedians such as, Dave ‘Hughsey’ Hughes, Jimeoin, Fiona O’Loughlan, Tommy Little, Kathy Griffin, Pauly Shore, Bert Kreischer, Joe Rogan and Chris Rock, both here in Australia and around the world.
Doug was also the comedy director, resident comedian and co host of Studio Australia’s variety show ‘Armstrong Live’ that ran for two seasons and won the ‘Optus Award’ for ‘Best Entertainment’ in the late 90’s. Doug has since gone on to appear on numerous other TV programs such as Stingers, Offspring, Channel 7’s Good Friday Appeal, Stand Up Australia, Champagne Comedy, The Comics Box, The Platform, The Insiders, Today Tonight, The Project, A Current Affair and The Comedy Channel. In 1999 Doug took over as producer of the ‘Looney Bin Theatre Restaurant’ in Melbourne, where he wrote, directed and starred in the award winning show for five years. Doug has also performed live in some of Australia’s most prestigious venues, such as The Enmore Theatre, The Sydney Opera House, The Athenaeum Theatre, The Melbourne Arts Centre, Regent Theatre, The Melbourne Cricket Ground and twice at Telstra Dome (now Marvel Stadium), where he performed to crowds in excess of 44,000 people.
Doug has also performed for Prime Ministers and some of the biggest corporations and sporting clubs in the country, such as, KPMG, Westpac Banking Corp., Department Human Services, Carers Victoria, Mc Donald’s, The University of Melbourne, Monash University, the Australian Cricket Team and numerous AFL and NRL football clubs.
Doug is an extremely versatile comedian which is evident in the range and variety of events he regularly performs at. Being homeless for a period of time in his youth and growing up in culturally diverse suburbs in low socioeconomic areas, Doug is sensitive to the challenges many people face and is able to deliver his comedy in a likeable and non threatening fashion… but don’t let his working class past fool you, Doug also has five degrees, including two Masters degrees, an Honours degree in Science and Psychology and he was awarded the Golden Key for being in the top percentage at his University.
Topics for Doug Chappel
Stand up comedy
Talking about a range of topics, such as relationships, social media, growing up in low socioeconomic areas, funny sayings, family, having children, sports, being young and getting older to name a few.
Master of Ceremonies
Doug is a very energetic MC that can light up a room with his likable persona and fun approach. He is also great at involving the audience if needed and has the added ability to do comedy spots if required.
Motivational speaker
Talking about being homeless and growing up around criminality, drug abuse, low academic achievement and mental health issues, to becoming a comedian, running successful businesses, finding alternative pathways to eventually get into university and achieving 5 degrees.
Inspirational Speaker
Talking about living with depression and the importance of self care and well being. Doug has also worked as a counsellor and psychologist and has master degrees in both counselling and psychology.
Testimonials
I have had quite a bit of feedback from people who attended and they loved Doug Chappel’s performance. Some of our staff have gone back to their depots and told the ones who did not attend what a great time they had. I am expecting higher numbers next year.
The Team
Dyer Gippsland Transport
The Comics Lounge in Melbourne has worked with Doug for well over 15 years and regard Doug Chappel as one of Australia’s best comedians. Doug is an extremely versatile performer who has the ability to work ‘clean’ or ‘blue’ and appeals to a wide range of audiences. The consummate professional Doug has always been extremely reliable, both on stage and off, and has been a crowd favourite for many years. The Comic’s Lounge literally have access to the very best comedians in the country, so it’s a testament to Doug’s ability that he is a favourite at the club where we regularly hire him to Headline and MC our Premiere shows. Doug is also one of our first choices when we are approached by external organisations such as corporate gigs, sportsmen’s nights etc, who are looking at hiring a comedian or booking a show. Doug has also run his own weekly show here at the Comic’s Lounge for over 10 years where he MC’s and books the acts. Doug is extremely likeable and easy to work with and I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Doug Chappel for your next function or event.
Booking Manager
The Comic’s Lounge
Re: needing a comedian that would be suitable for budget and specific clientele. “We booked Doug Chappel and he was fantastic. We were all very entertained. He was a great addition to our function and provided the crowd with lots of laughs.
Estate Co-coordinator
RPM Real Estate Group
Monash University has had the pleasure of working with Doug over the past two years when delivering Comedy Nights on campus for the student and staff audience. Doug always delivers a professional end to end service and a highly entertaining evening!
Manager, Major Events
Monash University
Re: Anglicare grand final golf day luncheon and charity event. “Comedian Doug Chappel provided great entertainment for the players during the lunch proceedings”.
Anglicare Australia
Doug Chappel - go see him live, wherever you are, go see him, funny, funny guy.
Dave ‘Hughesy’ Hughes
Comedian/TV Personality
Personal Life
Doug has worked as a psychologist at both RMIT and at a Correctional Facility (Prison), a Counsellor, Youth Worker and before he embarked on his entertainment career, he worked a variety of jobs including Sales, Hospitality, Transport, Security, Trades and Labouring.
Doug also likes to keep fit and enjoys Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing. Doug was an undefeated amateur fighter in his youth and recently has made a return to the ring to raise money and fight for various charities.
SHOW REEL | PRESS PLAY
FEAR OF HEIGHTS PROMO | PRESS PLAY
COMICS LOUNGE (MELBOURNE) | PRESS PLAY
KERIKERI
WHANGAREI - CHANGE OF VENUE TBC
WHANGAREI - CHANGE OF VENUE TBC
WARKWORTH
MASSEY RUGBY CLUB JAPAN TRIP FUNDRAISER
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
Duration: 2 hours inc i...
MASSEY RUGBY CLUB JAPAN TRIP FUNDRAISER
SILVERDALE RUGBY CLUB FUNDRAISER
DOUBLE HEADLINER
INTERNATIONAL STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT
Duration: 2 hours inc intermission
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT OFFICE (09) 426 5602
SILVERDALE RUGBY CLUB FUNDRAISER
TE AWAMUTU
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
Duration: 2 hours inc i...
TE AWAMUTU
HAMILTON
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
Duration: 2 hours inc i...
HAMILTON
PAPAKURA
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
Duration: 2 hours inc i...
PAPAKURA
DEVONPORT
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
Duration: 2 hours inc i...
DEVONPORT
CHANGE OF VENUE - TBC
DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW -
CHANGE OF VENUE - TBC
KEVIN FLYNN - FEAR OF HEIGHTS (60 Minute Festival Show)
DOUG CHAPPEL 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOU...
CHANGE OF VENUE - TBC
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