Paco Erhard – 5-Step Guide to Being German
German comedy is a phrase many would snigger at considering its country men and women are often ridiculed as being a bit stiff in the humor department.
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Smart Casual – Broken Dreams
Smart Casual are one of the more musically talented comedy duos on the local scene. Fletcher Jones plays the guitar beautifully and the pair harmonise skilfully.
Daniel Kitson – Where Once Was Wonder
Daniel Kitson opens with ‘I am going to tell you what I think life is’. And that he does.
Bullet: A Superhero Comedy
A hit at the Melbourne Fringe Festival last year, Bullet: a Superhero Comedy is a well-oiled machine of a show.
Mikey and Fleety’s Monday Mania
This variety show is great value for money and is an opportunity to support up and coming comedians. Only on Mondays, don’t miss out!
Laura Davis – Notes from Birds
Laura Davis tells a story of the last time she stayed in Melbourne for the comedy festival and her gradual descent into depression, self-doubt and loneliness. Sounds awful right? Well it’s not.
Damian Callinan – Robinson Crusoe
Damian Callinan takes you on a journey to his awkward and funny childhood and adolescence as a modern day Robinson Crusoe.
Peter Helliar – Snazzy
Helliar has made himself a household name in recent years with his comedic antics on shows such as Before The Game and Rove.
Anil Desai – At the Movies
An extremely talented impersonator, Anil Desai’s routine is a must see for movie buffs and celebrity lovers alike. At every opportunity Desai involves the audience, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Kate McLennan – Homeward Bound
A relationship breakdown can always be the cause of laughter once the heart strings have settled and time has created a bit of breathing space.
Jeff Green – Father of Men
Jeff Green seems a little stressed. Originally from the UK, he’s living in Melbourne now, has a family and doesn’t watch television anymore.
Headliners
Billed as a showcase of America’s hottest comedy, this show met all expectations. The four American comedians who took to the stage for 20 minutes at Hifi bar did not disappoint.
The Ian Bagg Show
Ian Bagg stood perplexed on stage. He surveyed the audience and counted the empty chairs. The Canadian is used to pulling big crowds. He is a regular on Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Tonight there were only 16 occupied seats. The Exford Hotel function room was a third full.
Rob Hunter – Late O’Clock with Rob Hunter
The conversation between the host and the guests is very different… every question and comment from Rob Hunter is a thinly veiled insult.
Able Seaman – Australia! Australia! Australia!
All in all, Australia! Australia! Australia! is an affable sketch stand-up comedy.
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