STANDING STILL is a brand-new stand up comedy show by seasoned comic, ex-professional "dancer dancer" dynamo Joana Joy (Banana Jolie).

Her shows (which have sold out theatres and earned rave reviews across the antipodies) are usually very high energy, physical and busy. In a desperate move to 'do less' and 'be more', JJ has created a stand up comedy show where she will stand (mostly) still.

EXCEPT at 3 random times, decided by the audience. At these points she will absolutely throw down. Stand up comedy with dance. Maybe a muay thai demonstration.

As a socially conscious comedian, JJ examines and shines light on the human experience, rather than knocking it down. Having done stand up and MC'd professional line up shows in Wellington, Whanganui, Foxton Beach, Auckland and Melbourne, audiences can expect to chortle and warm to her effervescent energy and witty content. Having recently graduated with a psychology and philosophy degree, her material ranges from bits about being a mature age student, the history of dust, idioms rewritten, how to not smoke and have clean habits, meditation, tidying up, therapy and sibling dynamics.

"she's that good" - Adelaide Advertiser

"phenomenal"- StageWhispers