Eamonn Sadler
Indonesian Comedians Take Stage at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023
Indonesia’s stand-up comedy industry reached a new milestone in 2023 as a delegation of local comedians led by veteran comic Mo Sidik represented Indonesia at the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival. This momentous achievement served as the international launch of Indonesia’s forthcoming IndoFringe Festival of Performing Arts, scheduled for November 2023, which will put a spotlight
Safety and Security Assurance for Modern Travellers
Travellers have always wanted to be sure that the hotels they use are as safe and secure as possible. Their concerns have traditionally been related largely to fire and petty theft, but in the light of recent global events and changing attitudes, plus the ease of access to increasing amounts of independent information and guest
How Much is Too Much?
It must be wonderful to own a gym. Every day you get to accompany ordinary people on their journeys from floppiness to fitness, and you get to witness individuals achieving their goals using nothing but willpower, tenacity and your expertise. Best of all, you sell more annual memberships in January than any other time of
Revisiting Oktoberfest
Munich, the capital of Bavaria and the third largest city in Germany, is home to the Oktoberfest, one of the biggest drinking sessions on Earth. Despite its name the Oktoberfest actually starts at the end of September and lasts for 16 days up to and including the first Sunday in October or (since 1994) until
French Disconnection
I was 18 years old when I went to what is quaintly known in England as “the Continent” for the first time. “The Continent” means mainland Europe, and the part of it I went to was Calais, France. I was so excited about my first trip abroad that I could hardly sleep the night before.
D DAY 75 Marking 75 Years Since The Largest Military Operation in History
On 6 June 1944, Allied Forces under the command of U.S. Army General Dwight D. Eisenhower attacked the German forces occupying Europe via the beaches of Normandy in the northwest of France. By the end of that day, 156,115 Allied troops had landed on and around the beaches, and 4,414 of them were dead. Another
Laughter in Jakarta – Irish Funnyman Danny O’Brien Visits the Capital
Danny O’Brien, one of Ireland’s biggest and brightest stand-up comedy stars, visited Jakarta in May, performing in front of sold-out audiences at the American Club (17 May), Molly Malone’s Senayan (18 May), and the Grand Kemang Hotel (23 May). The shows were organised and produced by Mad About Comedy, one of Asia’s leading comedy promoters.
Mad About Comedy Celebrates 18 Years
Last month Mad About Comedy celebrated 18 years of promoting international stand-up comedy in Indonesia. Four top international comedian, Alistair Barrie (UK), Michael Harrison (Canada), Melanie Maras (US) and Indonesia’s own Mo Sidik appeared at Mad About Comedy 18th Anniversary event on 26 April. Photo courtesy of Mad About Comedy Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA The occasion was marked
Almost the Last Laugh
A few years ago I was hosting shows in Kuala Lumpur for British comedians Mike Best and Steve Gunn. After the last show we fought the temptation to party and went to bed early because we had a very early flight to Jakarta the next morning. Photo illustration by Eric Nopanen. Unsplash/NOW!JAKARTA Just before dawn
How To Make A Maltese Cross
While I was on holiday in Malta with some friends a few years ago we booked a boat trip to the neighbouring islands of Gozo and Comino. The package deal provided all food and drinks for the day, including breakfast, so we woke up early and set off for the harbour under a bright morning
Are You Mr. Magoo Too?
As I slide at break-neck speed down the slippery slope of life, I can’t help but notice that things are starting to change. For instance there are pills, potions and creams in my bathroom cabinet now. Vitamins, skin creams, herbs. Even emergency gout medicine. All undeniable signs of my increasing seniority, along with the grunting
The Quest for Power
Modern technology means that we can organise almost everything we do down to the last detail from the comfort of our own homes. Even going on holiday, which used to take weeks if not months of planning, is now a simple process. Book the flights, book the hotel, book the rental car, check out the
He Loves You, He Loves You Not
Ladies, please forgive your man if he says or does the wrong thing on Valentine’s Day, or does not say or do the RIGHT thing, or forgets or screws up in some other way. He does love you, he’s just stupid. Or maybe he doesn’t love you. How do I know? But here’s the good