Review – Jason Chong: Stay Puft
Before this show I’d never heard of Jason Chong, and I’m not sure why; the man is a very strong comic talent who should be a household name. This sharp, punchy show brought...
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Review – Headliners
How refreshing is it when you go to see a show that utilises elements of comedy that doesn’t attack the audience? Well, Headliners 2 almost gets there, with a range of stand up artists...
Review – Craig Hill: Tartan About
Craig delivers a high-energy highland fling of a performance. You wonder where this Scottish laddie gets his energy from, considering that Coca Cola is not their top soft drink. Caffeine deficit aside, he...
Review – Seussical
Seussical: The Musical is a fun-loving romp that children and parents alike will enjoy. Old Carey Performing Arts Club have delivered a funny, endearing and visually exciting rendition of the adaption of Dr Seuss’...
Review – Michael Winslow: Police Academy Sound FX Show
Michael Winslow is best known for his acting role as Larvelle Jones in the Police Academy movies, showcasing his astounding sound effects skills. Through the years he has also been a host, motivational...
Review – EastEnd Cabaret: Dirty Talk
My partner hates cabaret and refused to see this show with me, which is a pity, because if there is one cabaret show that could turn someone – Eastend Cabaret’s Dirty Talk would be...
Review – Best of the Edinburgh Fest
The RMIT Capitol Theatre is a grandiose receptacle for a comedic spectacle. Well it is, at least compared to the broom closet feel that most comedy gets performed in, during the Melbourne International...
Review – Backwards Anorak: Winter is Coming
Backwards Anorak is Karona… but are they referring to beer? Surely that would then be ‘Backwards Anoroc’ which is just confusing… Maybe it’s just a name… although surely it means something? Then again, maybe...
Review – Lawrence Mooney is a Stupid Liar
Lawrence Mooney is a quintessential Australian stand up. Dark, self-deprecating and the host of his own ABC2 show, Mooney has been on the circuit for a long stretch. It’s no surprise that he’s comfortable...
Review – The Improv Conspiracy: A Night in Chicago
Chicago style improvisation is the ruling format of improvised comedy, and for good reason. Eight members of the Improv Conspiracy (a fifty strong company) perform using two of the main formats of long form...
REVIEW – I love Green Guide Letters with Steele Saunders
Do not be intimidated by the bunker-like venue or the crowd of merchandise-sporting fans. There’s a reason this podcast has a large following. Presented by Steele Saunders, three comedians take to the microphones to...
REVIEW – LANA SCHWARCZ: LOVE MONSTER
Lana Schwarcz is a quirky awkward redhead with relationship issues. Namely, she isn’t in one. It’s a standard piece for comics, their inability to find and hold down love. Schwarcz’s show is yet another...
Review – Heath Franklin: May I Borrow a Crisis?
Heath Franklin is a maverick. A wonder with words and excellent with expression. The medium sized room of the Trades Hall was just the right size with enough people to garner a large...
Review – Cow-Boy-Zone: Rick Astley: Male Stripper
When attending a show where half the title is ‘Male Stripper’ certain preconceptions naturally follow. “This is a comedy show, right?” “What’s the ratio of stripping to jokes going to be?” “Can I...
Review – Fiona O’Loughlin: My Brilliant Career
It’s often difficult to review a great show for two reasons. Firstly, there usually aren’t any negatives you can point out and criticise. Secondly, you want to tread lightly regarding the subject matter...
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