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James Nokise: One Night Rant 2026

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James Nokise: One Night Rant 2026

Wednesday, 4 November 2026

08:30 am

Community $30.00 - $35.00 R16 New Plymouth District

Dates & Times

Nov3

Tuesday, 3 November 2026

07:30 pm – 08:30 pm

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★★★★★ "There can be few more accomplished raconteurs at the Fringe than James Nokise."

— The Wee Review

★★★★★ "Nokise is a joy to have onstage."

— The Scotsman

There's three things you can count on this election year; Ministerial soundbites that age like milk, policy walk-backs hours after announcements, and James Nokise having hot comedic takes on the chaotic campaigns around the country.

One Night Rant returns in 2026 with a new hour of frenetic furious funny aimed at politicians across the spectrum. No Party or policy is safe as Nokise lets loose on the political powers that be.

Book early as this is the one show where the news cycle does half the research for a night of comedy, catharsis, and fist shaking, boot stomping fun.

"If you've long suspected Parliament might be a comedy of errors full of farcical characters, this show will bring receipts." — James Nokise

You've seen him on TVNZ, heard him on RNZ, and read him on Stuff. Now he's bringing the election to your town — for one night only.

Topp Prize winner 2024 · Fred Award 2019 · The Last Voyage of the Rainbow Warrior — Best Documentary, 2025 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards

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And a few unsolicited character references:

"The cheapest hour of therapy you'll get this election year."

— A Ministerial Press Secretary, speaking anonymously (obviously)

"The funniest hour you'll spend this election season."

— Every Political Reporter in the Press Gallery, off the record

"He's coming all this way to vent about politicians. Least you can do is turn up."

— A Local Resident, speaking voluntarily (allegedly)

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THE DETAILS

4th Wall Theatre, New Plymouth

Tuesday 3 November, 7.30pm. Doors 7pm.

Approximately 60 minutes, no interval.

Early bird $29 until 10 September. Ticket prices are set by the venue; $2 postage applies per booking.

Tickets from the 4th Wall Theatre.

Adult themes, coarse language, and political satire throughout. Recommended 16+.

Full tour dates and more info at jamesnokise.com

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Venue

4th Wall Theatre
11 Baring Terrace, New Plymouth, Taranaki

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