Ben Elton burst onto the British alternative comedy scene in the '80s. He went on to co-write The Young Ones and Blackadder, with Richard Curtis.
He has appeared on television, radio, written numerous novels, and collaborated on musicals The Beautiful Game and We Will Rock You with Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Elton is known for his tendancy for a moan and his forthright opinions, which he says all come from a place of passion. He's coming back to NZ with new show, Authentic Stupidity appearing in Wellington at the Michael Fowler Centre on April 26, followed by Auckland at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on April 28, and concluding on May 2 at Christchurch Town Hall.
Comedian Ben Elton returns to New Zealand with his latest show Authentic Stupidity in 2025. Photo: Trevor Leighton
