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Nick Rado
Clean Stand Up Comedian
(6 Reviews)
Country: New Zealand
Based In: Auckland, Auckland
Performs: Worldwide
From: $2000
Based In: Auckland, Auckland
Performs: Worldwide
From: $2000
Nick has opened for Nate Bargatze, Russell Howard, Aziz Ansari on Rob Brydon on their world tours. Nick two albums can be heard on Sirius XM's Laugh USA. He has performed at Just 4 Laughs and is the first Kiwi comic to record a US comedy special with Drybar.
Reviews (6 Reviews)
Nick Rado - Clean Stand Up Comedian - Auckland, Auckland
Event Location: Auckland
Event Type: Corporate Event
6th August 2023
Nick was an unexpected sensation. When you meet him, don’t be fooled by his quiet, unassuming nature. He has an amazing ability to be able to read his audience and know exactly how far to push them. Being a corporate business, we did not want to embarrass anyone, and Nick over-delivered in performance, arrived prepared on time, gave confidence to our staff and finished the evening with a hilarious set that had tears running down the face of the CFO. Legendary, and we would definitely book him again in the future."
Nick Rado - Clean Stand Up Comedian - Auckland, Auckland
Event Location: St James Theatre, Wellington
Event Type: Corporate Event
5th June 2023
Nick was AMAZING; the audience had tears streaming down their faces. He did his research and matched his performance perfectly with our audience. His performance was very relatable and, without a doubt, the funniest show I (and many of our guests) have ever seen. Our audience of 300 wouldn’t let Nick leave the stage. All evening I had guests asking for his name and commenting on how amazing he was. We now have a large group of staff waiting for Nick to tour through Tauranga so we can all get another fix. I would, without a doubt use Nick again.
Nick Rado - Clean Stand Up Comedian - Auckland, Auckland
Event Location: Rydges Hotel, Queenstown
Event Type: Corporate Event
8th May 2023
A big THANK YOU to Nick for his flawless performance as MC at the Vero/Asteron Life Melbourne Cup event, November 1st. The client actually approached me at the end of the event and specifically mentioned that getting Nick in was a great call. He was so adaptable (which is every event managers dream), approachable and added so much humour and spark to components like the fashion show and prize giving.
Experience
Nick Rado is a Māori/Croatian multi-award-winning writer, MC and stand-up comedian, hailed as one of the funniest comedians in New Zealand. With a career spanning over 17 years, He can also be heard every Saturday morning on his Nationwide breakfast show 'The Sporting Rumble' on The Rock; Nick has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry with an impressive list of accolades and achievements.
Nick achieved a significant milestone in his career as the first kiwi comic to record a US comedy special for Drybar, which has over 7.7 million followers. His debut album, On-Trend, made
... it to number 4 on all albums sold on iTunes, and can be heard across America on SiriusXM's Laugh USA.
Nick's stand-up comedy skills are exceptional, as demonstrated by his performances at the Sydney Opera House for the prestigious Just for Laughs Sydney showcase and opening for renowned comedians such as Rob Brydon, Aziz Ansari, and Russell Howard on their nationwide tours. Nick is also the only comedian to win the NZ Comedy Guild Award for 'Best Comedy MC' six times, and in 2019, he was named the 'Best Male Comedian' at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards.
Nick is the host of two award-winning podcasts, 'Socrates Walks into a Bar' and 'Sporting Rumble,' both were Gold Winners for Best Comedy and Best Sports Podcast, respectively at the NZ Podcast Awards 2022.
He has also numerous TV comedy appearances, including The Comedy Channel Australia, The Nightwatchmen, Narrow World of Sports for Fox Sports Australia, TVNZ and TV3 Comedy Galas as well as acting on Rhys Darby's sitcom Short Poppies on Netflix.
Nick is also an established TV writer from 2014 - 2021, Rado was head writer for over 300 episodes (as well as a recurring guest panellist) for TV3's award-winning topical news comedy show, 7 Days,
Nick's unique brand of humour has earned him rave reviews from audiences and fellow comedians alike.
"A superb comedian. Crisp jokes, great observations, absolutely brilliant" Russell Howard
"A wonderful, hilarious comedian. He must be stopped!" Rob Brydon
"Like a kiwi Nate Bargatze" Brian Bates, Nateland Podcast
"One of NZ's Finest" Just 4 Laughs
"His comedy maybe international but the laughter is Universal" **** Edinburgh Fringe
"Had me nearley rolling on the floor with laughter" Theatreview NZ
"Have you thought about working in Real Estate?" Nick's Auntie
With a career full of accomplishments and successes, Nick Rado has established himself as one of the top comedians in New Zealand and beyond, with a talent for making audiences laugh with his wit, humor, and keen observations on life.
AWARDS
Gold Winner Best Comedy Podcast - Socrates Walks Into A Bar - NZ Podcast Awards 2022
Gold Winner Best Sports Podcast - Sporting Rumble - NZ Podcast Awards 2022
Silver Winner Best Sports Podcast - Sporting Rumble - NZ Podcast Awards 2021
Six-time Winner ‘Best Comedy MC’ - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2019 & 2022)
Winner Best Male Comedian - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2019)
Two-time Fred Award Nominee - NZ International Comedy Festival (2013 & 2018)
Winner Best Live Performance Comedy Writer - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2017)
Nominee Best Male Comedian - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2016, 2017 & 2021)
Winner ‘Best Comedy Show ' - Dunedin Fringe Festival (2015)
Winner ‘Best Show’ - NZ Comedy Guild Award (2013)
Nominee Billy T Award - (Best Up and Coming NZ Comedian) 2011
Nominated ‘Best Entertainment Show’ - UK Sony Radio Awards 2010
Bronze Winner ‘Best Competition’ - UK Sony Radio Awards 2010
Silver Winner ‘Best Promo’ UK Sony Radio Awards 2009
Nominated ‘Best Breakfast Show’ UK Sony Radio Awards 2007
Nominated ‘Best Entertainment Show’ UK Sony Radio Awards 2005
TV CREDITS
TVNZ Comedy Gala - Comedian - TV2 - 2 episodes - 2021, 2022
Narrow World Of Sports - Comedian - Fox Sports Australia - 1 episode
The Crowd Goes Wild - Prime TV - Guest presenter - 2 episodes 2020
The Nightwatchmen - Fox Sports Australia - 8 Episodes 2019/20
Have You Been Paying Attention? - TVNZ - 2 episodes
The Comedy Channel, Australia - Just For Laughs, Sydney Season 5 Ep 11
TV3 Comedy Gala - Stand Up Comedy
NETFLIX Rhys Darby’s sitcom ‘Short Poppies’ recurring character Jeff Mason
TV3’s ‘7 Days’ – Recurring Guest Panelist x 21 episodes
TV1 Word Up – Guest Panelist x 6 episodes
TV3 After Hours – Own Stand Up Comedy Special
TV3 NZ International Comedy Gala
TVNZ’s ‘Auckland Daze’ – Playing Character Nick Rado (Himself) in sitcom
TV3’s AotearoHA’s – Next Big Things, Stand Up Comedy
TVNZ’s ‘A Night at the Classic’ Playing character Nick Rado (himself)
WRITING
The Nightwatchmen - Fox Sports Australia - 8 episodes 2019/20
Winner Best Live Performance Comedy Writer NZ Comedy Guild Awards 2017
Script Consultant ABC Australia's - Hardball
Head Writer TV3’s 7 Days for over 300 Episodes
Head Comedy Writer for Sol3mio’s 2014 DVD Special
Head Writer TV1’s Word Up 13 Episodes
TVNZ’s ‘Best Bits’ Table Writer
Stand In Comedy Writer for 'The Project NZ'
Previous Clients
FIFA
McDonald's
Nike
Adidas
NZ Government
Hong Kong
Just 4 Laughs
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
BBC
Global Media
Fox Sports
Suitable for
Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Festival / Outdoor Event Hotel Event Private Party Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions Virtual Event
Acting Experience
TV CREDITS
TVNZ Comedy Gala - Comedian - TV2 - 2 episodes - 2021, 2022
Narrow World Of Sports - Comedian - Fox Sports Australia - 1 episode
The Crowd Goes Wild - Prime TV - Guest presenter - 2 episodes 2020
The Nightwatchmen - Fox Sports Australia - 8 Episodes 2019/20
Have You Been Paying Attention? - TVNZ - 2 episodes
The Comedy Channel, Australia - Just For Laughs, Sydney Season 5 Ep 11
TV3 Comedy Gala - Stand Up Comedy
NETFLIX Rhys Darby’s sitcom ‘Short Poppies’ recurring character Jeff Mason
TV3’s ‘7 Days’ – Recurring Guest Panelist x 21 episodes
TV1 Word Up –
... Guest Panelist x 6 episodes
TV3 After Hours – Own Stand Up Comedy Special
TV3 NZ International Comedy Gala
TVNZ’s ‘Auckland Daze’ – Playing Character Nick Rado (Himself) in sitcom
TV3’s AotearoHA’s – Next Big Things, Stand Up Comedy
TVNZ’s ‘A Night at the Classic’ Playing character Nick Rado (himself)
WRITING
The Nightwatchmen - Fox Sports Australia - 8 episodes 2019/20
Winner Best Live Performance Comedy Writer NZ Comedy Guild Awards 2017
Script Consultant ABC Australia's - Hardball
Head Writer TV3’s 7 Days for over 300 Episodes
Head Comedy Writer for Sol3mio’s 2014 DVD Special
Head Writer TV1’s Word Up 13 Episodes
TVNZ’s ‘Best Bits’ Table Writer
Stand In Comedy Writer for 'The Project NZ'
Physical Characteristics
Height: 173
Weight: 74kg
Waist: 32
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Shoe Size: 9
Meet the Act
Nick has been performing stand-up to critical acclaim for almost two decades, Nick is married with 2 kids, owns a Yoga studio with his wife and was outvoted three to one in favour of purchasing their pet Cavoodle.
Virtual Services Offer
Online International Comedy Club
So how it works is we have four comedians from around the world and NZ; depending on what time you would like to do the show depends on which comedians I book. For example, 7:30 pm-ish shows work well with Australia and the UK, and five pm-ish shows work well for Australia, NY and LA.
We have four comics on the bill. I host the show and introduce all the comedians. The show runs for an hour to 1 hour 15 min. The comedians I book are clean comics;
We can run it over Microsoft Teams or Zoom, whichever is easiest for you;
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