Who will roast Minnie Dlamini? Showmax and Laugh Africa reveal panelists
With just a few weeks to go until the Showmax Roast of Minnie Dlamini, the panel set to heckle the media personality has been announced. The lineup is star-studded with two celebrated TV broadcasters, an award-winning Youtuber, an actor activist, a cut-throat journalist, a South African rapper, and two local comedy bigwigs.
At the Roast Master helm are comedy heavyweights Tumi Morake and Jason Goliath – both will ensure that the jests and jabs hit nowhere else but below the belt. The selected panelists are Trevor Gumbi, Shahan Ramkissoon, Celeste Ntuli, Lasizwe, Penny Lebyane, Da L.E.S, Siv Ngesi and Robert Marawa.
The Showmax Roast of Minnie Dlamini, which marks day one of the much-anticipated Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, will be recorded live on the 5th of April 2024, and will air exclusively on Showmax from the 26th of April 2024.
Stuart Taylor, Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Creative Director, says:
“Putting this panel together has been a nail-biting yet thrilling task, a cocktail of chaos wrapped in laughter, affection, and a celebration of the one and only Minnie Dlamini. Thank you to everyone who has ridden shotgun alongside me on this rollercoaster ride!”
Laura Cooke, Head of PR & Communications at Showmax, says:
“African-centred comedy and entertainment is part of what Showmax is about, so there is no doubt the roast of Minnie Dlamini will thrill our audiences all over the continent.”
3 Days of Pure Laughter
The Savanna and Showmax Laugh Africa Comedy Festival will take place from the 5th – 7th April 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre, with over 50 comedians across three genres – English, Vernacular and Afrikaans.
The festival line-up is a melting pot for South Africa’s diverse comedy scene and features both renowned and up-and-coming fan favourites including Eugen Khoza, Alfred Adriaan, Chantal Jaxx, Chris Mapane, Conrad Koch, Trevor Gumbi, Dalin Oliver, Kate Pichuck, Kedibone Mulaudzi, KG Mokgadi, Lindy Johnson, Mashabela Galane, Mel Jones, Celeste Ntuli, Nonto R, QDube, Rob van Vuuren, Rory Petzer, Sifiso Nene, Skhumba Hlope, Thabiso Mhlongo, Devon Saunders, Dillan Oliphant, Melt Sieberhagen, Hannes Brummer, Jam Jam The Comedian, Tumi Morake and Vafa Naraghi.
Eddie Griffin comes to Mzansi
The internationally acclaimed comedian Eddie Griffin is set to headline the festival, performing on Saturday and Sunday evening. Eddie, popularly known from his hit sitcom “Malcolm and Eddie,” is known for his electrifying stage presence and unique style. With a career spanning numerous stand-up specials and over 50 film appearances, Griffin’s participation is a testament to the festival’s prominence.
A stage for social media comics
As a first at a comedy festival, Laugh Africa is introducing an exclusive stage for social media comics, where popular social media comedy sensations will join the traditional stand-up acts, by adding a chuckle or two to the lineup. The stage is proudly, and aptly, sponsored by chuckles.
Introducing the Festival Pass
Attendees will require only one pass to access all shows on their ticketed days, with each day consisting of 4 to 5 different acts. The Festival Pass allows you to dive into a sea of laughter brought to you by Savanna Premium Cider and Showmax.
The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival takes place from the 5th – 7th April 2024, at the Sandton Convention Centre and will feature over 50 comedians across three genres – English, Vernacular, and Afrikaans and headlined by the internationally acclaimed comedian Eddie Griffin. The Full festival schedule is available on Ticketpros.
Tickets, tickets, and more tickets – the festival has introduced a daily festival pass, allowing attendees access to all shows on their ticketed day. A move that not only provides more bang for buck but innovates the local comedy scene.
Those who can’t make it to Johannesburg will not miss out on the fun as Streaming platform Showmax is set to capture the festival’s magic with a 13-part comedy stand up series and a 90-min roast.
The festival’s tagline, “And Still We Laugh,” encapsulates the festivals mission to offer joy and relief in unpredictable times. Comedy is Africa’s secret weapon – a tool for celebration, resilience, and unity says Stuart Taylor, the festival’s Creative Director and comedy veteran.
Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Details:
- Dates: 5 – 7 April 2024
- Venue: Sandton Convention Centre
- Tickets: from R340
- Bookings through Ticketpro
Connect with Laugh Africa Comedy Festival on social media:
Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok
About Laugh Africa Comedy Festival
The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival is a groundbreaking new event in the comedy landscape. It transcends borders, languages, and cultures under the banner of laughter, providing a unique platform for both established and emerging comedians from around the world. This festival is
not just an event; it’s a 3-day experience that celebrates comedic artistry and connects performers with audiences in an unparalleled celebration of humor.
About Showmax
Showmax, launched in 2015 and available in more than 40 markets across the continent, is a leading African streaming service. It offers a unique combination of original African content, first and exclusive international series, popular movies, premium documentaries, and the best kids’
shows, and a mobile-only product to watch the Premier League (PL). For more information, visit the website.
