by Paul Ogata | Jun 25, 2014 | Blog, Shows
It was the celebrated poet e e cummings who once said, “I’m going going, back back, to Aussie Aussie.” Or perhaps that was the Notorious B.I.G.? I get confused between Little e and Biggie. The point is that I’m coming back to Australia! (No...
by Paul Ogata | May 12, 2014 | Blog, Shows
Generally, prostitution is regarded as “the oldest profession.” Not to be confused with Walmart greeter, which is “the oldest people’s profession.” Seriously, will nobody under the age of 80 do this job? Seems pretty easy, just wave hello...
by Paul Ogata | Apr 1, 2014 | Shows
If the Chinese zodiac were to devote an animal to me, I guess you could say my year would be the Year of the Paradoxical Frog. The both of us are nocturnal, have strong toes and are mysteriously small. Google it. To celebrate the Year of the Paradoxical Frog,...
by Paul Ogata | Mar 22, 2014 | Shows
Comedy and fighting are so much alike. Comedians and fighters both throw punches, they both have managers that yell at them and in both cases low-blows are frowned upon. So I figured, why not do this poster in an old-timey boxing poster look? Hawaii, I only get back...
by Paul Ogata | Feb 17, 2014 | Blog, Shows
As you know, I have loved performing in Singapore over the years and watching the comedy scene grow. And now, like any grown up comedy town, Singapore is having its first comedy festival and I am thrilled to be part of it. Encompassing 8 shows over 4 days, the...
by Paul Ogata | Jan 25, 2014 | Blog, Shows
Sometimes the Universe taps you on the shoulder and when it does, you must pay heed. There are certain iconic venues in which I’ve always wanted to perform. In Honolulu, it was the Hawaii Theatre. Check. In Singapore, it was the Esplanade, aka “The...
