RocKwiz History
RocKwiz History
RocKwiz was born in 2002 when Renegade’s Ken Connor and Peter Bain-Hogg met with comedian Brian Nankervis to conceive a TV show that combined their mutual love of live music and pub trivia.
The format came together quickly and a pilot was planned and shot at Chapel Off Chapel in mid 2002 with Brian as host. The very entertaining pilot was shopped around but rejected by every network. A change of management at SBS gave the opportunity to re-present the format and it was met more favourably. It was agreed to proceed and to look for a new co-host. Enter Julia Zemiro!
Ratings were solid and reaction was more than favourable so further episodes were ordered, establishing a pattern of annual commissions that produced over 180 episodes between 2005 and 2016. In 2023 Foxtel commissioned a short series for FOX8 and Binge.
RocKwiz LIVE! Is the natural extension of the TV show. A live theatrical touring show with Julia, Brian, the Orkestra, special mystery guests, and punter contestants from the crowd on the night.
Over 250 live shows have been presented in theatres, entertainment centres, wineries, and festivals across Australia since 2010, with more planned for the future.