A fortnight ago the streets of Harare CBD were packed during the much-hyped carnival a week later South Africa’s energetic hip-hop artist TheFamily Tree boss Casper Nyovest also jetted in to show off what he is made of.
Now Xtratime Entertainment has organised a different setup of entertainment as our own American based comedian Alfred Kainga performs his debut stand-up comedy show at the Reps Theatre on the 22nd of this month.
The Mbare born comedian had more than a decade in America where he mastered his comedy skills.
ZIMBUZZ caught up with the ‘Funnyman’ (KAINGA) as he expressed his gratitude for sharing the stage with local comedians on his new show dubbed Home Coming Ha-Ha-Harare.
“Man it’s truly surreal. I can’t believe it’s really happening. I have longed for this show since I started comedy. Ain’t nothing like performing for your own people and with other local comedians. I’m excited about this.”
“Comedy is like any other profession which needs an optimistic attitude.
“Imagine you crack a joke and the audience remains gazing you without loosening up their ribs.”
Alfred Kainga said, ” Keep it moving… one joke doesn’t make or break a set”.
He once featured on the Hart of the City show a Kevin Hart’s show on Central Comedy, a moment he tags as his best in his career.
Harare comedy lovers have been in variety shows but there five unique facts about Alfred Kainga.
1. I’m versatile
2.Confident
3.Take my funny business seriously
4.I’m silly and
5.Creative”.
To youngsters who want to venture into comedy as a career the former Prince Edward student -Kainga remarkably said :
“Follow your dreams and go for it, comedy is very rewarding but it’s not a quick race. It’s a long journey. Stay the course, be funny be original and there is no limit”.
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