Ben Miller: Volcano

Comedy (science and technology, stand-up)

  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 18 months

Description

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano? In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the first stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part. Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake, and he is not afraid of you.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Information not supplied
  • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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Kyle 20 days ago

You will enter thinking there is no way Ben has an hour of jokes about volcanos and you will leave thinking Ben is hilarious and probably somehow has even more jokes about volcanos. A unique, must-see show. Check it out!

Kash 20 days ago

Best standup show we’ve seen at the fringe this week out of 15 standup comics we saw; very creative and different.

Would definitely recommend seeing this, especially if you see a lot of standup and want to see something interesting.

Tom Savage 26 days ago

This is not the famous British comedian Ben Miller! This is a nerd who talks about geology! Which in my opinion is much better. Very funny show with a great atmosphere.

Holly 28 days ago

Loved it! Great way to start our day. Ben had us laughing until we cried - very funny and very clever!

Sanna&Anders 30 days ago

Ben Miller is an absolute volcano geek, and that's great. :) We had fun!

jonathan 31 days ago

An absolutely great way to start your day at the fringe.
Funny, informative and well worth the money and time.
Start your day here!

Gary Miller 33 days ago

Super unique and informative and funny. I wish I had teachers like this in science when I was a kid!!

Jaffer Khan 34 days ago

Absolutely hilarious and unique show. Must see!


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The Real Chrisparkle (4/5 stars) 14 days ago

Ben Miller has a charming, wry, laconic delivery and the show is full of very funny lines and observations

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Bookmarks and Stages (4/5 stars) 33 days ago

If you’re into comedy and science then this is something truly different for you.

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