Mijn oom uit Ambon
Mijn oom uit Ambon
Joshua Timisela
After four successful theater shows with The Brothers Timisela, Joshua's first solo program is a fact. The youngest of the brothers, also known as the 'funniest Moluccan of Netherlands' comes with a brand new comedy called 'Mijn oom uit Ambon’. From September 2021 till May 2022, this program can be seen in the national theaters.
Run time tba
Genre Theatre
Language Dutch
Joshua has an uncle from Ambon (capital of the Moluccas, Melanesia). This special family member comes to stay in the Netherlands for a few weeks. He discovers hutspot, likes the lady next door very much, and watches this neighbor's dog with a curious eye.-|-Joshua takes you along in the adventures of his uncle. He tells and sings about them. To the point of absurdity. And yes, love. How could it be otherwise; Uncle from Ambon falls in love and does not want to go back. How does this end? Meet Joshua and his uncle and experience a hilarious evening.
Credits
performance, script and direction Joshua Timisela
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