KSM's Saga of the Returnee returns

Anyone who has seen KSM’s Saga of the Returnee will admit that it is one of his best productions ever. Infact, it can be described as one of KSM’s masterpieces.

The good news is that a reloaded version of The Saga of the Returnee comes back as part of a programme dubbed Touch of Class, an entertainment series which is a collaboration between Sapphire and African Regent Hotel, under the auspices of the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG).

It has been labelled entertainment for the discerning audience and a platform for corporate networking and promises to be an evening of enchanting entertainment.

The highlight of the evening will be the Saga of the Returnee. Unlike the regular stand-up comedy routines, this is a full length one-man-play. Although partly autobiographical, KSM plays the fictional character of Kenneth Oduro.

Saga of the Returnee will take guests on a roller coaster of side-splitting laughter as Kenneth narrates his ordeal of 18 years in America and his culture shock when he returns to Ghana. It promises to be totally hilarious and will keep guests at the edge of their seats from start to finish.

KSM plays four main characters in this play in the persons of B. K. Oduro (Kenneth’s father), Maame Docia (Kenneth’s mother), Yaw Oduro (Kenneth’s brother) and Gina (Kenneth’s sister-in-law).

In addition to these main characters, KSM also plays an array of minor characters notably Gary who is an exuberant African-American friend.

Touch of Class comes off on September 30 and October 1 at the African Regent Hotel at 7pm.

Also on the bill is the renowed spoken word artiste, Chief Mommen who is expected to thrill guests with his act as well as a host of others.

“We thought of doing something very different but classy, entertainment that will stay on the minds of Ghanaians for a long time to come and that is how the idea of Touch of Class came about.  It promises to be an evening of enchanting entertainment, “ were the words of KSM.

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Published: By: Nii Bavard - 23:53:00

Khemikal To Host KSM's Saga of the Returnee Reloaded

Comedian Khemikal seems to be on the gradual path of inheriting from KSM as the king of primetime comedy. Daniel Selase who prides himself as the Prince of Primetime Comedy would be hosting the King's Saga of the Returnee Reloaded.

"It's an honour to host such an event especially when it is for KSM. The last time Saga of the Returnee was staged I was in primary and watched it on T.V. To be the host for its reloaded us a blessing.", he told Comedy Empire. Khemikal has hosted several events such as DKB's Point of View, Comedy Bar, Comedy Express, KSM @ 50, and a host of others, of which he's done with all comical professionalism.

Saga of the Returnee 'Reloaded' is about a Ghanaian who has been abroad and returns and finds so many things wrong and strange both in his country and outside as he tries to compare the two cultures. It's a one man act by the Comedy Emeritus, KSM, it shows on Friday, 30th of September and Saturday, 1st October, 2016 at the African Regent Hotel.

Published: By: Nii Bavard - 23:37:00

Kumchacha Must Be A Kamasutra Master - Khemikal

The past week has been fun on social media as interesting videos have been making the news. Aside the trending Ewurama video which has raised a lot of eyebrows is an interview by popular pastor Kumchacha.

In the video, the acclaimed man of God, is seen to be talking about how to satisfy a man in bed and the how to get gifts from men after a good work done in bed. Daniel Selase, known by stage name Khemikal, has expressed concerns to the issue in an interview with Comedy Empire. The Prince of Primetime Comedy said, "Personally I like him cos he's real. He is frank and does not mince his words. I love his sense of humor and how he compares stuff like how he compared someone's butts to the heaviness of Libya coconut. I mean we got such great talent being wasted in the pastoral field? He should be something either than a pastor. Maybe a comedian or a kamasutra instructor."

"I mean as a man of God, you can't openly be discussing this and telling us what you do in the bedroom with your spouse. But I like one thing about him; he errs with much confidence that he didn't realise when he said his wife is a business. On a much serious note, social media keeps promoting nonsense. I think he did speak the wrong way in general. From his interview, the man is encouraging fornication and prostitution among the youth and that brings to bare the function of the Christian Council and is role checking the behaviour of such acclaimed men of God.", He added.

Published: By: Nii Bavard - 01:16:00

Laughline Shuts Down Accra Mall

Like it or not, Comedy is completely taking over and Ghanaians are in love with the industry. This couldn't have been better demonstrated than the influx of patrons last Saturday at the Silver Bird Cinema at Laughline. You could call it the Total Shut Down as most people with nothing to do at the mall after a hangout trooped in to have a feel of Comedy brewed in Ghana.

The monthly comedy show which premiered on Saturday saw a fully packed auditorium with people standing and others who didn't mind sitting on the stairs just to have a good laugh. The event which was well patronized saw patrons being served with sterling performances back to back with no breathing space. The host, Augustin Dennis, held down the show from the beginning and in between acts just to keep the fire kindled. He proved why he was the host for its premier edition.

Augustin Dennis

That night saw performances from Pious, Khemikal, Lekzy, Romanus, Jacinta, OB, Pararan and Tee Kay. Chied Fred was also there to bless the mic with poetry. Patrons were treated to a karaoke session which was led by Augustin Dennis.  In attendance were Giovanni Caleb, host of Starr Drive and Ghana's finest comic actor, Clemento Suarez. The event was organised by Kasa Entertainment with support from Event Guide and True Talk Gh.

Some shots from the event:

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 10:17:00

'We're Back' - Comedian OB, others rock Laughline

It's true the fall of a man is not the end of the world and Comedian OB proved that saying last weekend at the premier edition of Laughline at the Silver Bird Cinema. In what many would have seen to be the end of his comedy career, OB, last month on Facebook chastised himself for an unsatisfactory performance at the Night of 1022 Laughs and Music. However, over the weekend, he proved critics wrong as he got the whole theatre giving him a standing ovation at the end of his performance.

He ended his performance confidently saying "My name is OB, and I'm back." Speaking to Comedy Empire, optometrist cum comedian after the show said, "Yes we're back and I'm very elated tonight. My performance at the 1022 Laughs and Music was not really up to expectations. I had to go back to the drawing board, restrategise and come back and I believe it's been here for all of us to see that OB is back. Standup Comedy is an art and every art comes with highs and lows. If I thank God for Highs, I should thank Him for lows too so I'm grateful to God for an important lesson learnt on the night. To get a good jump, you need to get a pretty good squat. I'm still learning, it's a long and rocky journey, but with Christ, we shall not disappoint."

The weekend at the Silver Bird Cinema was filled with laughter as audience were thrilled with back to back performances from the crème de la crème of Ghanaian comedians at Laughline. The event hosted by Kasa Entertainment is a monthly show and would see new and old faces in the comedy industry coming together each month to thrill Ghanaians. Laughline is here to stay.

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 03:56:00

Ghanaian Humour Therapists To Perform On Patients

A delegation of humour therapists would be in town to perform a free operation on patients in the coming months. The operation dubbed as Laughline is aimed at restoring the humour of Ghanaians the Ghanaian way.

The delegation which is being led by Humour Therapist Augustin Dennis would see the Silver Bird Lounge being transformed into a theatre. "This first edition would see an introduction and familiarization of humour therapists with their patients. The subsequent months would be a personal consultation between patients and the therapists on duty.", Augustin Dennis said.

In the theatre room would also be fellow therapists; Pararan, Tkay, Lekzy, Khemikal, OB, Pius, Ajeezay, Foster Romanus, Nino, Id James Brown and the only female doctor on duty that night, Jacinta. There would also be poetry recitals and musical performances by a host of surprising artists.

The first edition of this event takes place on 3rd September, 2016 at the Silver Bird Cinema. Event is proudly brought to you by Kasa Entertainment in collaboration with Laughline. 

Admission is just ¢20 but operation and medical bills are free. For tickets, kindly call 0205511504 // 0501360900.

Click the here for ticket details.

Published: By: Nii Bavard - 04:09:00

Comedian David Aglah invited for Savanna Comics’ Choice Awards in South Africa

Ghanaian comedian and CEO of Switchline Entertainment, an outfit dedicated to the promotion of comedy in Ghana, David Aglah will fly high the flag of Ghana as he attends the 6th edition of the Savanna Comics’ Choice Awards in South Africa.

Not only an invited guest, the banker who doubles as a comedian will also be presented with the opportunity to meet the South African press where he would sell his art. He will also take the grand stage to present and award on the night.

The night is expected to see a hilarious variety show made up of sketches, stand-up, Impressionists, celebrity performances, choreography and witty one liners delivered by South Africa’s top comedians.

The awards show will hold on September 3 2016 and as always will be staged at the Magnificent Teatro, Montecasino in Fourways, Johannesburg.

Speaking to www.nydjlive.com in an exclusive interview, David Aglah explained the invitation is an honour and a recognition that Ghanaian comedians were doing something worth appreciating.

He also revealed the invitation comes with a special package that includes flight, accommodation and a promised unforgetable experience.

The 6th edition of the Savanna Comics’ Choice Awards will honour 10 individuals. The categories include;

1. The Savanna Newcomer Of The Year Award Category

2. The Savanna Audience Choice Award Category

3. The Intermediate Award Category

4. The Comics’ Pen Award Category

5. The Flying Solo Award Category

6. The Lifetime Achiever Recipient

7. The Best Friend Of Comedy Award Category

8. The Non-English Award Category

9. The Breakthrough Award Category (NEW)

10. The Edgars Comic Of The Year Award Category

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Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 03:58:00

I'm No Longer Called A Comedian - DKB

Ace comedian Derick Kobena Bonney, who was recently crowned Ghana’s king of comedy at his hugely successful DKB Point Of View show has demanded of Ghana’s not to refer to him as comedian any longer.

He took to photo sharing micro blog Instagram to announce his hilarious new title. He now wishes to be known and referred to as “PUBLIC HUMOUR THERAPIST”.

DKB on Saturday July 9, thrilled thousands at the National Theatre in what has been widely described as his coronation as comedy king of Ghana. The event received rave reviews, notably from veteran Kweku Sintim Misa;

“When I see DKB he says KSM you are the man and I say no, I was the man. Now you are the man. I am very proud of him, so it is my pleasure and my duty to introduce to you the new King of Comedy DKB”, he said

Born Derick Kobina Bonney, the comedian and TV personality shot to international fame as one of the celebrity housemates on the seventh season of the reality competition television series Big Brother Africa, in 2012, and has since then, garnered acclaim as one of Ghana’s finest comedians currently.

Source: Ghanaweb.com Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 23:17:00

Ajeezay, Sheldon In Plagiarism Feud

The budding comedy industry is having a feel of it's very first beef between two top notch comedians; Ajeezay and Kwadwo Sheldon. The two, who for sometime now, seem to be holding issues against each other have finally taken their sentiments to social media and this has raised a lot of discussion among fans of both comedian

In a facebook post by Ajeezay who goes by the username Nathaniel Mensah, he writes:

"Ma people!!!

Gh comedy has landed by God's grace
And a nigga is looking for a spot but coming from a wrong approach......
Easy come easy go
Nigga started hating since 2014 ..
Now by God's grace we buzzing and a nigga wana destroy the vibe... and seeking useless hype !!!!...
U started hating 2014...

Then you moved to me when I started buzzing... in 2015
U called me and said u udey HO POLY final year so if you finish aaa you link up ....
You even narrated some loooooong joke say make I shoot as a nonfa skit but I never shot it .........
I remember I voted for u during Twitter Ghana awards u wer den using pweedyella and you block me in 2015 because u wer trying to drop the pweedeyella mess and focus on your new amoapho name on Twitter...
U kept trolling celebrities and cos u wer a guy using a female name on Twitter u never used ur real picture... I remember u sent me your picture on WhatsApp to u tweet for people to your real face cos u wanted to use the real u on Twitter ..... you told me u wer not on Instagram, and Facebook but do only Twitter... den wen u lost the pweedeyella account on Twitter u opened a Facebook account where ur comedy ambition started 2016 ... u blocked me in 2015 never saw your tweets again .... so how will I come stealing your tweets... ???

Wer you not around wen I tweeted the sugar joke and it went viral ..... David Beckham.... waakye ...... etc

Anything I post on SOCIAL MEDIA that I knew I created it I quickly tag it with‪#‎NonfaKING‬ ... if it's not mine I don't tag it !!!

We have worked harder to get where we are !!
Ghana knows!!!"

In what seems to be an unending battle, Kwadwo Sheldon has countered the Nonfa King with harsh posts and the big question here is: Why the beef?

Background of Beef:

The two comedians, Ajeezay and Sheldon, are known for the mastery in Word Play. However, the camp of Sheldon believes Ajeezay plagiarises his works and this has led to both parties putting signatures on their works ever since. Kwadwo Sheldon and Ajeezay seem to finally have exploded from their long held grudge and this has raised a lot of discussions among their fans. While some believe the two have a genuine cause to grudge, others believe it is just a way to create attention.

Comedy Empire believes the duo are good talents and this beef is just not necessary. The industry doesn't need it. However, we'd keep you posted as events unfold.

Some Screenshots of On-Going Beef:

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 01:27:00

Lekzy To Dislocate Ribs at 1022 Laughs and Music

“There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor.” 
― Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol

After the historic show on 9th July at DKBs Point of View, a new twist is about taking place in the longest running stand-up comedy series in the country, A Night of Laughs and Music, as most of the acts seem to be from Ghana.

This year a new face would be appearing on the series and many just can't wait to have a feel of what Ghana's Kevin Hart has to deliver. With his outstanding performance at DKB's Point of View which earned him a standing ovation and again from patrons including celebrities, Lekzy Decomic is set to grace the stage again.

In a chit chat with Comedy Empire, the comedian expressed joy at the inclusion of other Ghanaian Comedians and himself. He believes it's a sign that the industry has come to stay. "I'm going to redefine comedy and this time patrons are going to set history by giving me a flying ovation when I'm done dislocating their ribs." He said.

Lekzy on that night would be performing alongside Foster Romanus, Acapella, I Go Dye, Destalker, OB, Khemikal, Kenney Black and a host of others. Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 01:36:00

Thousands Dislocate Ribs At Point of View

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On Saturday night, history was made as lot of emergency cases were reported at various hospitals as patrons of DKB's Point of View locked their ribs due to excessive laughter. They were left with little or no air to breath as they were thrilled with performances from the beginning of the show to the end.

The National Theatre which was filled to capacity which left others standing through out the show had Comedians Nino, Lekzy, Tee Kay, McDon the Shoeman, Ajeezay, Foster Romanus, James Brown, Jacinta and a host of others taking turns in cracking ribs, , the audience could not just help but give standing ovations after each act.

Representing the old generation of comedians was the godfather KSM who after a brief performance introduced the King of comedy of which he enstooled and handed over the title of King of Comedy to DKB. Arriving in glitz and glamour to humbly accept the title, DKB aarived in a palanquin with a troupe of dancers unshering him in. The King didn't leave anything to spare as he gave his Point of View on various topics ranging from Politics to music to race and several others. 

Also on stage that night were the reigning artist of the year and Koko King, E.L together with Volta Regime President, Edem who entertained the audience with the best of tunes from the nation. Gracing the occasion were a host of celebrities; Elikem Kumordjie, Gifty Anti and husband, Nana Ansah Kwao, D-Cryme, Lexis Bill and several others. The MC for the Night, Khemikal, aside his performance made sure no one was given chance to breath as he locked them down to a good show.

MC for the night, Comedian Khemikal

Talking to Comedy Empire, patrons expressed joy at how the once dead comedy industry has been revived by Point of View. To some, it's a remarkable day in their lives as they gave their hearts to Ghanaian Comedy for the first time. Many Ghanaian comedy atheists at the end of the show have now been born again. To those who lost their love for the art, fell in love again.

Chale if you missed this then go and come next year..................watch this space for review of the show by your favourite acts.

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 15:58:00

Jacinta To Serve Seductive Humour

Imagine a well endowed lady lecturer standing before you in a lecture theatre. Ok, now imagine she is your pastor. Chai!!! Let's transfer all those visuals to the National Theatre and imagine this lady is a comedienne getting you wet............with humour. That's what Ghana's only female comedienne promises to achieve come this Saturday at DKB's Point of View.

The sexy comedian, speaking to Comedy Empire said, "I sincerely don't know what Ghanaians should expect cos all the guys have said what I wanted to say.", she said laughing. "I can only assure them of quality entertainment, the female way.", she added. The comedy diva who has rocked several stages such as Comedy Express and Lord of the Ribs with her beauty and funny comic accent has had a seductive way of making her audience pay attention. It would be a historic night for her as she would be the only female comedian to rock the stage, rubbing shoulders with the men.

Comedy lovers over the years have unanimously crowned her as the Queen of Ghana Comedy. She would on that night be rocking the stage with colleague humour therapists; Id James Brown, Khemikal, Lekzy, Nino, Ajeezay and Romanus. Performing that night too would be reigning artist of the year and Koko King, E.L alongside President of Volta Regime, Edem. Making a special appearance that historic night would be KSM and Afia Schwarzenegger.

Jacinta's Point of View, would it be the normal feminine nagging? Want to know more? Just be there!!!

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 10:32:00

Dangerous Chemistry at Point of View

James Brown (left) and Khemikal (right)

When you put an Idiot and a Khemikal together at the lab, you'd either get yourself  corroded or get your lab tearing down and that's what happened yesterday on the Late Night Celebrity Show when Eddy Blay hosted two of Ghana's finest comedian, Khemikal and Id James Brown.

In what turned out to be a mini comedy show, the two comedians couldn't stop hitting on and teasing each other as they took round in throw jabs. Khemikal talked about how unstable James Brown's relationships have been ever since he became a comedian and Brown also talked about how the comedy industry is going to be affected since Khemikal doesn't go to church anymore to interceed on their behalf.

The duo, who would also be performing at DKB's Point of View this Saturday talked about how anxious and excited they were. For the host of the night, Khemikal, he says it's going to be challenging cos as an MC of a comedy show, he's got to keep the audience laughing in between the acts including his main performance. James Brown on the other hand is strategically preparing his wits from relationship to education to a little bit of politics. He's promised to 'dey the top' (hit majorly on) Ghana Police due to his personal experiences with them. They said on the night, they promise Ghanaians nothing about the best of Khemikal laughter prepared by an Idiot of a James Brown.

Talking about the future, the two said they are planning on something major of which a one man show is part, but the rest are for lovers of comedy to watch out for. The duo have been on the big stages such as A Night of 1021 and Music, KSM @ 58, Comedy Express and a host of others.

Performing that night too would be reigning artist of the year and Koko King, E.L alongside President of Volta Regime, Edem. Making a special appearance that historic night would be KSM and Afia Schwarzenegger.

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 00:39:00

OB To Perform Surgery At Theatre

Fast rising comedian, Obarima Amponsah popularly known as OB sometimes known as Frozen Chicken, would be operating on patrons at this weekend's event, Point of View. In an interview with Comedy Empire, the frozen chicken comedian said, "This Saturday would be a test for me, obviously not my first test, but it would be a platform to prove to Ghanaians and the world at large that OB is still active in the theatre room."

OB, who has performed with comedy godfather, KSM and on other bigger platforms like A Night of 1021 Laughs and Music and Lord of the Ribs Season III says he expects a full auditorium like his colleagues and all patrons should get ready for another tickling surgical operation.

At the time of the interview, Comedian OB was preparing his surgical tools as he believes a good show can make your unemployed boyfriend very strong in the prayer room. He would be on stage with fellow comedians, Id James Brown, Jacinta, Khemikal, Lekzy, Nino, Ajeezay and Romanus. Performing that night too would be reigning artist of the year and Koko King, E.L alongside President of Volta Regime, Edem. Making a special appearance that historic night would be KSM and Afia Schwarzenegger.

Everyone has a point of view. But what is OB's Point of View?

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 14:12:00

Lekzy To Lite Up Point of View

The excitement continues to build up as the days draw closer to the historical comedy show in Ghana as people keep wondering what Ghanaian comedians have got in stock for them at DKB's Point of View.

Emmanuel Nkansah Ansong known in the industry as Lekzy Dekomic could not hide his excitement also when the news team caught up with him. The humour therapists who is noted for his deep thinking jokes said, "This is actually a big platform for me and I'm happy to be a part of history making. Not because it's a one man show, but also for the fact that all performers are Ghanaians."

He said this is an opportunity to showcase to the world what comedy is. Not hiding his expectations he said, " I expect a fully packed auditorium to come witness authentic GH comedy cos I'm going to lite some fun so that I can covert them to fans. Did I rhyme?" He ended with a wild laughter.

On the night, Lekzy would be performing alongside other Ghanaian acts like Jacinta, OB, Nino, Id James Brown, Ajeezay and Romanus and the grandpa himself, KSM.

Want to know his point of view? Be there!!!!

Published: By: Ghana Comedy - 06:35:00