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Date Te rā me te wā
10 Nov 2025
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Price Utu hoko
$79.00 - $109.00
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Location Te wāhi
Bruce Mason Centre
What has Ben Elton done?
He’s written the most eagerly awaited show business autobiography of the year, and now he’s doing a book launch tour. That’s what.
To celebrate the release of What Have I Done?, Ben Elton – interviewed live on stage by broadcaster and writer Jesse Mulligan – will share stories from his extraordinary life and career.
From The Young Ones and Blackadder to We Will Rock You and Upstart Crow, Ben has helped shape the cultural landscape for over four decades — and now, for the first time, he’s telling it all.
This unmissable live event will see Ben dive deep into his life’s most revealing moments: the behind-the-scenes triumphs and chaos, the personal and professional highs and lows, the revolution in stand-up comedy, and that ever-present ‘little bit of politics’.
Known for his sharp wit, boundless energy, and unflinching honesty, Ben holds nothing back as he reflects on sixty-five years of life, laughter, and the occasional controversy. Whether you’ve followed him since Saturday Live, or only just discovered Upstart Crow, this is your chance to hear the stories that didn’t make the press – live, unscripted, and utterly unforgettable.
Expect candour, comedy, and a career like no other.
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Bruce Mason Centre is 15-20 minutes by car from the city centre, and easily accessible by bus. The closest paid parking is the Killarney Street car park, operated by Auckland Transport.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Leave plenty of spare time in case there’s traffic on the motorway or around the Takapuna village. Even better – get dinner or a pre-show drink nearby so you can soak up the bustling beachfront vibe.