SQUEAL: A Capping Show Horror
One, two, Capping's coming for you....
Capping Show is the longest-running student comedy show in the world, with a 132-year legacy as a cornerstone of Otago student culture. Blending satire, physical and musical comedy, Capping Show presents a hilarious snapshot of Dunedin life. Come join us for an evening of shameless absurdity like none other, with performances from the Sextet, Sexytet, Selwyn Ballet, and our very own live band.
2026 presents "SQUEAL: A Capping Show Horror". Follow four flatmates - Lindsey, Deborah, Tom, and Matty - as they face an a uniquely spooky twist on Otago flatting culture, taking inspiration across the horror genre in an original Capping Show plot. Shit flat - check, shittier landlord - check, Ghosted Face - check? Nothing is as it seems, and nothing is off the table. What scares await these hapless tenants ... and you...
Terror, surprise, delight? Capping is guaranteed to make you Squeal.
What to expect:
Capping Show is a comedic revue, blending formats and covering a wide range of topics relating to student life, politics, and beyond. The main theme provides a rough structure for the show which makes up around a third of the total show time. Interlaced between main sketch segments are a range of side sketches, and musical parody performances, including a live band, and three historic performing groups: The Sextet, The Sexytet & The Selwyn Ballet. Capping is an extremely energetic and fast paced show, and nothing is off limits - expect the unexpected. You can see clips from previous years show on our social channels @cappingshow
When & Where:
đź“… SHOW NIGHTS: May 14th, 15th, 16th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd
đź•’ Doors open 7pm. Show starts 7.15pm.
đź“Ť 143 Union St East, Central Dunedin, University of Otago College of Education Auditorium
What previous audiences have to say about the show:
"I was confused about what I was watching. It was very good. "
"loved every minute"
"an incredible event - it was rude, politically incorrect, funny but it was never offensive or disgusting. Hugely enjoyable"
"Very funny and great event"
"far too many anal sex jokes, it ruined out date night"