As lockdown extends, more comedians will take to performing solo and trial shows online. See whether their material hits or misses from the comfort of your home
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Trial Show By Amit Tandon
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This comedian has a variety of viral videos and successful live shows under his belt. Amit Tandon is a known face in the comedy circuit. After several hit shows, both in India and abroad, the comedian will host a trial show this weekend. For the uninitiated, trial shows are ones where the comedians try out or workshop their new material. So the best part is you will not only get to hear fresh jokes but you will also be the very first ones to watch them being performed.
When: April 9 to 11, 9.30 pm. Log onto: www.insider.in
Sahil Shah A-LIVE
A part of the popular Mumbai-based comedy collective East India Comedy (EIC), Sahil Shah is well-known for his observational style of humour. According to the show’s description, Shah will share thoughts about the lockdown, his personal experiences, and of course the ridiculous goings-on of the last year.
When: April 11, 8 pm. Log onto: www.insider.in
Bubblewrap by Aditya Gundeti
While it is often fun to watch established comedians perform, there are a lot of up-and-coming talents in comedy who are always looking for validation too. Aditya Gundeti is one such Mumbai-based name who has been performing standup for about three years now. For this show, he will share funny personal experiences and also describe some of the crazy characters he has met in real life.
When: April 10, 10 pm. Log onto: www.insider.in
Gaurav Kapoor Live
Last year’s lockdown had encouraged a lot of performers to create entertaining content from home. Gaurav Kapoor was among them. His ‘Saturday Ki Rasoi’ with his wife Shreya Sharma kept people hooked during the first lockdown. While his culinary skills did make for a good watch, it is time to witness his OG forte – comedy. Get a glimpse of his sharp and observational style in this show.
When: April 10, 10 pm. Log on to: www.bookmyshow.com
Dongri Danger by Sumaira Shaikh
Are you bored of hearing the same old jokes over and over again? To be fair, it takes a lot of time and hard work to come up with fresh and witty material. Dongri-bred Sumaira Sheikh, who gave up a psychology practice to take to the stand-up mic, will present her online solo show this weekend. She is known for having worked with popular acts AIB and Son of Abish in the past.
When: April 10 to 11, 8 pm. Log on to: www.bookmyshow.com
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