1 night only in The Classic Studio / Sat 23 Nov at 7pm

Anthony Locascio's Pappou (grandfather) immigrated to Australia from Greece in the 1950s, ferried over to become the top goalkeeper in Australian soccer. This dream came to an abrupt end when Pappou's fist had a chance encounter with a referree's head. ‘Being a man’ was different back then.

In 2024, his grandson's dream of being a stand-up comedian hangs in the balance, as he contends with the challenges of a modern man – staying off the vapes, raising kittens and defeating all forms of prejudice from the safety of a podcast microphone. Join Australia’s foremost post-racial comedian for a show which is a love letter to his grandfather, the immigrant experience, and chasing dreams in ‘PAPPOU’.

“A heartfelt tale of his grandfather's life of perseverance and evolving dreams” -Theatre Travels

“Draws on his ethnic and family background to great effect, without succumbing to the banality of ethnic comedy and stereotypes which more well-known comics sometimes are guilty of”  -Squirrel Comedy

Extra Info...
May contain adult themes and colourful language.
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Door sales are only available on the night of the show after 6:45pm.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the advertised show start time. Please note that this show may be subject to lockout. If so, you will not be able to enter the venue after the start time.

The Classic Studio is on the 1st Floor up a flight of stairs.
We apologise that access for wheelchairs & disabled customers is limited.

The Law: The Classic is a licensed premise ('Supervised 18+) requiring all minors (under 18) to be accompanied by THEIR parent at all times.
Anyone looking under 25 will be asked for ID in the form of : NZ Driver's License, Passport or HNZ 18+ Card only.
Shows have an age restriction of at least 14 years old accompanied by their parent.
Entry will not be granted to unaccompanied minors, those without ID or intoxicated persons.