Rottofest 2010

After the success of last years Rottnest Comedy and Short Film Festival there was no doubting it would be back for 2010. This year with the catchier name of Rottofest and all night events taking place under a big marquee, the festival is sure to keep crowds entertained as well as delivering an affordable winter getaway.

Festival passes start from $223 PP inc 3 nights accomodation, ferry and all events. Available via http://www.heatseeker.com.au/

Funk Club Opening Spectacular

In a weekend jam-packed with goodness it all kicks off on August 27 with the Funk Club’s Opening Spectacular, featuring Odette Mercy and Her Soul Atomics, the renowned Funk Club House Band with DJ’s Nandez 500 and Chopper Crucial.

Launch the Comedian Feat Merrick

If witnessing Australia’s top comedians battle it out in the final of Launch the Comedian wasn’t enough for you, Saturday night’s entertainment will also bring Merrick Watts as your MC. Best known as one half of Australia’s famous comedy duo Merrick & Rosso, Watts is sure to have the crowd laughing their respective pants off. With $5,000 up for grabs for the winner, Launch the Comedian is what Rottofest is all about – showcasing the nation’s finest talent!

Search for Australia’s Funniest Filmmakers

During the day the Island will be buzzing with street performers, comedy shows and punters can even watch the comedy skit and short film submissions from the Search for Australia’s Funniest Filmmakers, with the daily screenings held at the iconic Rottnest Island Picture Hall. The best judged comedy skit and comedy short film will be awarded prizes on Sunday 29th.

Rottofest Closing Party

Wrapping it all up is the Rottofest Closing Party. Featuring three of WA’s best rock bands in Sugar Army, the Scotch of Saint James and Emperors, the Closing Party is the perfect finale to this one-of-a-kind festival.

Get your friends together and come join us as part of Rottofest 2010!

Rottofest: August 27 – 29

Tickets available through: www.heatseeker.com.au

Website: www.rottofest.com.au

Rottofest 2010

Following the sold-out success of the inaugural Rottofest in 2009, Rottnest Island will come alive for 3 days in August (27th – 29th) as Rottofest returns in 2010 to showcase the nations best comedians, filmmakers and musicians.

The “Search for Australia’s Funniest Filmmakers” is a new and exciting addition to Rottofest aimed at stimulating comedy film production nationwide. The competition contains two categories for filmmakers to enter:

Funniest Skit

– Up to 3 minutes in length. The first dedicated skit competition in Australia. (Prize TBA)

Funniest Film

– Between 3 to 15 minutes in length. (Prize TBA)

Selected films will be showcased at Rottofest 2010 and also screened at the 9th Annual Bohemia Outdoor Film Festival in 2011

The entry form for filmmakers is available on www.rottofest.com.au

Details on Rottofest’s full line-up and tickets will be revealed soon.

Happy Endings Comedy Club will ensure you finish your weekend with a release of laughs.

When: Every Sunday

Where: Upstairs @ the Leederville Hotel

Cost: $10 General admission, $8 Student Guilds

Doors Open: 7.30pm. Laughs Start: 8pm

May 16th Line-up

Joel Creasey (Headline),  John Conway (MC), Mike G, Giggly McChuckles, Joanne Page (Support).

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A weekend showcase of Western Australia’s top comedians as they battle it out in the Best Of The West stand up comedy competition. Held in August 2009 and organised by Vulture Culture, the event was hosted on the iconic Rottnest Island. Attendees were treated to a weekend of hilarious comedy, fantastic short films and psychedelic tunes. *Special thanks to our friends at VISonline for the video production.

“Vulture Culture” is a dark psychedelic comedy that pays homage to the works of Kubrick, Cameron and Lynch whilst exploring the human condition for over consumption. Directed by Christian Farrugia. Written by Ronan Freeburn & Leigh Chalmers. Starring Jordan Sibley, Ben Young & Joel Batt. For more info visit: www.vultureculture.com.au/vcfilm

“Vulture Culture” is a dark psychedelic comedy that pays homage to the works of Kubrick, Cameron and Lynch whilst exploring the human condition for over consumption. Directed by Christian Farrugia. Written by Ronan Freeburn & Leigh Chalmers. Starring Jordan Sibley, Ben Young & Joel Batt. For more info visit: www.vultureculture.com.au/vcfilm

The Boinging is a disaster film parody that examines how society responds to a terrorism like threat through the relationship of a broken couple, Mark and Lucy. Written and Produced by Leigh Chalmers and Ronan Freeburn, Directed by Matt Hodgkinson. Starring Paul Peacock and Jane Raitt.

A trailer for the 13 minute dark psychedelic comedy “Vulture Culture”. Written/Produced by Ronan Freeburn and Leigh Chalmers. Directed by Christian Farrugia.