Getting older can be confronting. Especially when your culture can't stop reminding you.

In Filipino tradition, a mano po is a gesture where an elder places their hand on a younger person's forehead to offer a blessing. It's a sweet, respectful custom...unless you're the one suddenly expected to be the "elder".

In 2025, award-winning Filipino-Kiwi comedian James Roque received his first request for a 'mano po' from a teenager, which sent him spiralling into a full blown existential crisis. Has he really done all he can to earn the right to give a "mano po"?

A show about wrestling with getting older, finding solace from unexpected places and the funny stories that happen along the way. A new hour from the Kiwi-Pinoy Comedy Boy, served with his signature sweet-and-salty storytelling.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Present your confirmation on arrival at the venue. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away

Pricing Information

• Tickets retail at £17. The total payable for this Discounted Ticket is £11.45 (£8.50 Discounted Ticket plus £2.95 TFG booking fee)

Additional Information

• This offer is for General Admission Tickets

• Doors open: 7pm | Show starts: 7:30pm

• For further event information, please visit here

Accessibility Information

• This venue is not fully accessible

• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information, please contact the event organiser: contact@hydeparkbookclub.co.uk

Key Terms of Sale

• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
These are the key terms. Full terms apply and are available here