A comedy poetry show featuring NZ's best and funniest wordsmiths.

Notable poet Ruby Esther (Top 5 Slam Poets in NZ) and accomplished raconteur Brendon Green (Best Storytelling Show – Auckland Fringe 2018) are showcasing live poetry readings and spoken word performance that will lift your spirits, tickle your brain, and make you laugh.

Alongside Ruby and Brendon, a fresh selection of quality poets and performers will take the stage each month.
They'll be sharing unique and original pieces of work, each carefully crafted to entertain you.

With a relaxed atmosphere and welcoming vibe, this is the perfect night out for anyone who takes joy in a well chosen word.

Ruby & Brendon Reviews:
“Ruby was immensely engaging” - The Speakeasy
“Her content is intelligently crafted and confidently delivered...I’d pay to see that.” - Theatreview

"In a world of comedy where so much is pulp fiction: fast, furious and full of action, Green is literature. His prose is astoundingly well structured. I float in them as the words flow through me, yet he spears us by harpoon during each climax. Green is a rare performer." - Art Murmers

This venue is upstairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

The Classic bar & box office are open from 7pm.
For all shows we recommend arriving 15 mins before the show starts.
All seating is allocated by the Duty Manager on the night based on first in, first to the front.
Bookings under the same name will be seated together.
Seating is in rows of 4-8 seats. Some small drinks tables.
Latecomers are not guaranteed entry.

This show is not suitable for Hen or Stag Parties.
The Classic is a licensed bar 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 HANZ 18+
This show has an age restriction of at least 14 years old with accompanying parent.
Entry will not be granted to unaccompanied minors, those without ID or intoxicated persons.