We have been nominated for a Savanna Comics' Choice Award for Best Show with Jaryd Pillay!
- shelley6825
- Mar 31
- 3 min read
Big news from the Ground Culture family: Ground Culture Comedy, Cape Town's most beloved weekly comedy night, has been nominated for Best Comedy Festival or Show at the prestigious Savanna Comics' Choice Comedy Awards (CCCA). And we could not be more proud or more fired up to bring this one home.
Alongside our very own headliner and longtime Ground Culture collaborator Jaryd Pillay, this nomination is a recognition of everything we've been building right here in Observatory, Cape Town. Night after night, show after show, we've created a space where bold African comedy gets the spotlight it deserves .
But we need you in our corner. Voting is open now, and every single SMS counts.
To vote: SMS SHOW4 to 33896 (SMSs charged at R1.50. Ts&Cs apply. Visit comicschoice.com)
How to Vote for Ground Culture Comedy: Step by Step
Voting couldn't be simpler. Here's exactly how to cast your vote and be part of this historic moment for Cape Town comedy:
Step 1: Pick up your phone
Step 2: Open your SMS app
Step 3: SMS the word SHOW4 to the number 33896
Step 4:Send and you're done!
SMSs are charged at R1.50. Standard Ts&Cs apply. Visit comicschoice.com for full voting details.
You can vote multiple times so don't stop at one. Tell your friends, your family, your colleagues. Share this post. Flood those votes. The more momentum we build, the louder the message we send to the South African comedy world
What Is the Savanna Comics' Choice Comedy Awards?
The Savanna Comics' Choice Comedy Awards is South Africa's premier celebration of stand-up comedy and live performance. Affectionately known as the #SavannaCCCA, the awards honour the country's most outstanding comedians, comedy festivals, and live shows each year making it the most credible and celebrated platform for South African comedy talent.
Being nominated for Best Comedy Festival or Show places Ground Culture Comedy in the company of the country's finest comedy offerings. It's a testament to the quality, consistency, and community we've built through our weekly comedy nights at 170 Lower Main Road, Observatory.
The awards are voted for by the public which means your voice directly shapes the outcome.
What sets Ground Culture Comedy apart:
Authentic storytelling rooted in African experiences and culture
A rotating lineup of the country's freshest and most daring comedians
A community-first approach that makes every audience member feel part of something bigger
An intimate venue at 170 Lower Main Road, Observatory, where every seat is a great seat
Jaryd Pillay: The Voice Behind the Mic
No conversation about Ground Culture Comedy is complete without talking about Jaryd Pillay, comedian, host, and the heartbeat of our weekly shows.
Jaryd has become one of South Africa's a respected voice in stand-up, known for his sharp social commentary, effortless audience connection, and an ability to make any crowd feel both seen and heard. As the host and driving force behind many Ground Culture Comedy nights, Jaryd has helped shape the platform into a space that goes beyond entertainment.
If you've never seen Jaryd Pillay perform, Ground Culture Comedy is the place to change that.
What to Expect from Ground Culture Comedy and Jaryd Pillay
If you haven't yet made it down to one of our Friday shows, this is your invitation. Here's what you can expect when you walk through our doors:
An interactive, electric atmosphere. Ground Culture shows are famously warm and energetic. Audience participation is part of the experience, and no two shows are ever quite the same. You don't just watch , you become part of the show.
Lineup variety that keeps it exciting. From sharp political commentary to personal storytelling, relationship humour to social satire, our shows cover the full spectrum. .
Moments that stay with you. Audiences come for the laughs and leave with something more, a perspective, a shared experience, a sense of belonging.
A space where everyone is welcome. Observatory has always been one of Cape Town's most open, creative neighbourhoods and Ground Culture Comedy reflects that spirit completely. Whoever you are, you belong in this audience.
Spread the Word
Voting is step one. But there are plenty of other ways to show your support and help Ground Culture Comedy and Jaryd Pillay take home this award:
1.Share on social media. Post about the nomination on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Use the hashtag #SavannaCCCA and tag us @groundculture. The more noise we make, the more votes come in.
Tag a friend who loves comedy. Word of mouth is still the most powerful marketing there is. If you know someone who'd love a Ground Culture show or who'd vote for us tag them right now.
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