From Peep Show to Mitchell and Webb, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Cold Feet, Robert Webb’s screen achievements as a creator, writer and actor have seen him become one of the most recognisable and best-loved faces in British comedy. How Not To Be a Boy is the actor and author’s frank memoir, about a life shadowed by his tempestuous father and the early death of his mother. It’s also a refreshing rumination on masculinity. In this wide-ranging conversation with Noelle McCarthy he talks about his life and work, and the way in which concepts of family and fatherhood continue to evolve. 

Supported by Platinum Bold Patrons Betsy & Michael Benjamin.

 

LOOKING FOR A DELICIOUS BITE OR DRINK?

This year there are more options than ever to sustain you through the festival at BOX Café and Bar in Aotea Centre and at the Heartland Festival Room in Aotea Square, including:

•  Sweet treats baked daily from local favourites Gingerbirds and the Pie Piper’s fabulous Doornuts donut range
• The best hand-rolled bao buns in town from care of Judge Bao; and lush homemade crumpets from Kraken Crumpets
• Added coffee cart locations will ensure you’re never too far from a caffeine hit.

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