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Volcano: A Science Comedy Show by Ben Miller

Performing arts
Comedy
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What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?

In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.

Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, space volcanoes, cats, cookies, and more.

Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 9 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has defused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller’s debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.

Praise for the show:

“Ben Miller’s nerdy and vivid comic mind erupts in this hour-long set! – Winnipeg Free Press

“Ben does a fantastic job of getting the facts across and making us laugh at the same time! A real and rare treat. – The Mumble

“Ben had us laughing until we cried – very funny and very clever! – Audience member

Date and time

Mon 23 Mar 2026

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location

Totara Street

Totara Street

11 Totara Street

Mount Maunganui Tauranga 3116

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Price and booking

$20.00 - $25.00

Booking and service fees may apply.

R18

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Accessibility

Accessible bathrooms

Accessible seating available

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