Dalin Oliver - 90 Day Comedian

SHOW DESCRIPTION

South African comedian Dalin Oliver brings his multi-award-winning one-man show, 90 Day Comedian, to the Southern Suburbs in the Mother City! Catch him live at Rascals on May 15. 

It’s a coming-of-age story for Dalin, drawing on his experiences of performing the show in seven countries and 18 cities – including Australia, Ireland, the Netherlands, England, France, Spain and Germany. 

Oliver offers a fresh perspective on life. He explores themes of identity and cultural politics, offering a heartfelt and humorous reflection on what it means to be South African in a world that is often unfamiliar with his homeland's rich diversity and history.

The former high school teacher's sharp wit and undeniable charm captivates audiences, leaving them wanting more, as he celebrates the unique qualities that connect and distinguish us across borders.

His comedic talents have earned him prestigious accolades, including a FRINGE WORLD Best Weekly Comedy Show Award (Perth, Australia, 2024) and a Bronze Standard Bank Ovation Award (National Arts Festival, Makhanda, South Africa, 2024).

See you at the show, mate!

'Deep cultural connection in the guise of a great conversation with an interesting guy at the bar.' ????½ Fringefeed

'A masterclass in relatability and humor, leaving everyone in the room feeling like they had just shared something special with an old friend.' ????½ Last Minute Craic (IRL)

SOCIAL MEDIA BLURB 

We can’t wait to see Dalin Oliver perform his multi award winning one man show, 90 Day Comedian. It’s a coming-of-age story and fresh perspective on life after performing the show in seven countries and 18 cities, delivering gags tight enough to pass border control. 

ABOUT DALIN OLIVER

Dalin Oliver is a celebrated South African comedian and sports broadcaster who has performed in 9 countries and 20 cities worldwide, captivating audiences from diverse backgrounds.

In 2024, his one-man show, 90 Day Comedian, won accolades at Festivals in the World Fringe Network; Best Weekly Comedy Show Award at Fringe World in Perth and a Bronze Standard Bank Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival in South Africa. 

Following a successful 5-city tour of Australia, he received three nominations for the South African Comics Choice Comedy Awards. He recently returned home from his biggest international tour, performing his solo show in 6 countries and 13 cities, across England, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany, France, and Spain.

He has five comedy specials to his name—two of which were filmed and picked up by local networks, has made appearances on Comedy Central Africa and was the lead in action-comedy Finders Keepers, which aired in cinemas nationwide. He also hosts The Late Late Tackle, an online show featuring the four-time Rugby World Cup champions, the Springboks.

Dalin continues to thrive in the comedy, sports, and entertainment industries, solidifying his place as a prominent figure in the South African arts and entertainment scene.