Fun at the Harbour will roll on from April to May as, just one day after the KISS Arts Fest finishes, the days at The Kazador begin.

“We are leaving up The Kazador as a venue for Kiama’s first full-on season of arts and community events,” says KISS Arts’ Tamara Campbell of Laughterhouse Entertainment.

Together with Co-Director and husband Dave Evans, Tamara is launching a month of live entertainment plus open mic nights, conversations and TED Talk-style nights in the unique venue as part of Destination Kiama’s REVEL in May.

The Kazador is a wooden tent Dave built, inspired by the famous Belgian Spiegeltents or dance halls. The pop-up festival venue at Black Beach has capacity for 170 in the café and stall seating.

“We are building a program from April 26 to May 26 that is a combination of local shows and talent, as well as bringing bigger name comedians and a variety of cabaret shows to town,” says Tamara.

“It will be like a mini-Fringe Arts Festival, and you know you’ve always wanted to go to one of those!”

The Kazador season is kicking off on Tuesday April 26 with a legend of Australian comedy, Vince Sorrento.

“Vince has showcased his stand-up act around the world, hosted corporate and sporting events for decades and won 4 Mo Awards,” says Tamara.

Vince Sorrenti

The list of popular entertainers booked for The Kazador seson includes Mic Conway, comedians Gary Eck and Peter Berner, radio stars Tommy Dean and Mandy Nolan, and Australia’s Queen of Burlesque Imogen Kelly. And, of course, Tamara and Dave as the famous comedy duo Kiki and Pascal.

Musicians to perform in intimate setting of the mini-Speigeltent include Ana De La Vega and Daniel Rohn, and Joe Mungovan.

The packed program also includes family entertainment, with Dr Hubbles Bubbles and Liam Power Magic and Mother’s Day treats including Kiki’s 80’s dance party for Dad and the kids – so you can leave Mum in peace.

Liam Power

Another session invites you attend the clothes swap party and show off your sustainable side. Or take a free form, 80’s inspired dance class and boogie like nobody is watching.

There is also an opportunity to get social at Friday Arvo Wine Down with some music and a chat (this one is free). Or listen to other people’s stories with great interviews and author talks or take a workshop.

Nearby there will be a licensed food van set up next to the tent, with a garden area for patrons, and great snack food from the Pines and other local gems.

Even with all this locked in, the program is still building says Tamara.

“We want to have as many different genres on the program as we can, including, as well entertainment of all sorts.

“The idea is to use the space constantly, so if your group has an idea of what we can add to the program, please get in touch.”

Check out the program and buy tickets at www.thekazador.com or if you have an idea for the program, email [email protected]