Khanyisile Ngwenya: A Tall Story
Thu, 29 Oct
|Ground Culture Cafe
One of South Africa's brightest rising comedy stars brings her celebrated debut hour back for a limited run. In A Tall Story, Khanyisile Ngwenya delivers observational humour, sharp-witted banter and fearless storytelling. Thursday 29 October, 8pm at Ground Culture, Observatory. Tickets from R80.
Time & Location
29 Oct 2026, 20:00 – 22:00
Ground Culture Cafe, Shop 5, 170 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
About the event
Prepare for an unforgettable night of stand-up comedy as one of South Africa's brightest rising stars brings her celebrated debut hour back to the stage for a limited run!
In A Tall Story, audience favourite Khanyisile Ngwenya delivers a masterclass in observational humour, sharp-witted banter, and fearless storytelling. The show offers an intimate, highly entertaining look into her unique world, turning life's unexpected hurdles, big dreams, and everyday absurdity into pure comedy gold. Expect high-energy punchlines, relentless honesty, and a bold perspective that has captivated sold-out crowds and industry icons alike.
Born, bred, and buttered in Soweto, Khanyisile Ngwenya may be physically brittle due to Osteogenesis Imperfecta, but her spirit, and her razor-sharp comedic timing, is entirely unbreakable. Since stepping onto the stand-up stage in December 2020, her trajectory has been nothing short of meteoric.
After placing as runner-up at the 2024 Jive Funny Championship and performing at The Baxter…
Tickets
General Admission
R 120,00
+R 3,00 ticket service fee
Early Bird
R 100,00
+R 2,50 ticket service fee
Student
R 80,00
+R 2,00 ticket service fee
Total
R 0,00