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BRISBANE THE FORTITUDE THE AND POWERHOUSE MUSIC HALL TIVOLI MORE! 21 FEBRUARY–22 MARCH
WIN
THE ULTIMATE
COMEDY WEEKEND!
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE LAST LAUGH AND GO INTO THE DRAW TO WIN THE ULTIMATE
COMEDY WEEKEND THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS TRIPLE M, LOWD, THE JOHNSON ART SERIES HOTEL,
NEWSTEAD BREWING CO., MARY MAE’S AND BRISBANE MINI GARAGE.
Prize includes:
∙ Two nights accommodation at The Johnson Art Series Hotel
∙ Two tickets to Lawrence Mooney on Fri 06 Mar at 7.00pm
∙ Dinner for two at Mary Mae’s up to the value of $100 on Fri 06 Mar at 8.15pm
∙ Two tickets to After Hours Singalong: Big Fork Theatre on Fri 06 Mar at 10pm
∙ Two tickets to Paul McDermott & Gatsey on Sat 07 Mar at 6pm
∙ Two tickets to Speed: The Movie, The Play on Sat 07 Mar at 8.30pm
∙ One carton of limited edition comedy beer from Newstead Brewing Co.
∙ A chauffeured MINI to get you from the hotel to Brisbane Powerhouse
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY. COMPETITION CLOSES MIDNIGHT FRI 14 FEB, 2020.
Festival Guide Brisbane Comedy Festival is
back with a massive lineup of
Contents local funny folk and international
heavy hitters! From side splitting
stand-up veterans to theatre
02 NEWSTEAD BREWING CO.'S 36 J EFF GREEN
performances that will leave you
SUNDAY ROAST AGRO UP LATE! gasping, we’re looking to shatter
03 BRISBANE COMEDY 37 EFFIE
FESTIVAL OPENING GALA LARRY DEAN
our own records and a few funny
04 TOMMY LITTLE MARK WATSON bones along the way.
05 THE CHASER QUARTERLY & GERALDINE HICKEY
THE SHOVEL LAWRENCE MOONEY
06 HEATH FRANKLIN'S MARTY SHEARGOLD The 2020 program is so jam
CHOPPER 38 QUEERSTORIES
07 AARON COGS ANDREW HANSEN
packed we’ve invited two new
FIONA O'LOUGHLIN 39 THE STEVENSON venues along for the ride. Joining
08 JUDE PERL EXPERIENCE
DEMI LARDNER & BRENNAN REECE
Brisbane Powerhouse, Brisbane
TOM WALKER STEPH TISDELL City Hall and Newstead Brewing
09 PETER HELLIAR CRAIG QUARTERMAINE
10 FRANK WOODLEY JAMES VEITCH
Co. are The Fortitude Music Hall
11 ROSIE WATERLAND GREG LARSEN and The Tivoli (there goes the
12 ALEX WILLIAMSON 40 PAX ASSADI
13 IVAN ARISTEGUIETA CAMERON JAMES &
neighbourhood) to the growing
14 FROCKING HILARIOUS BECKY LUCAS festival family.
15 PAUL McDERMOTT & GATESY 41 CHARITY WERK
16 MEL BUTTLE ZACK DYER
NAZEEM HUSSAIN CHRIS RYAN So, practice your belly laughs
17 DAVE HUGHES DREAMGUN
18 DILRUK JAYASINHA NINA OYAMA
and get ready for the Olympics of
CAL WILSON DAVID WOODHEAD laugh-fests as we blast into the
19 SHIT-FACED SHAKESPEARE 42 OLIVER COLEMAN
20 AKMAL DAN RATH
new year with good cheer, a few
21 JIMEOIN 43 SAM CAMPBELL beers and a grin that will stretch
22 STEPHEN K AMOS LAUREN BONNER
23 NICK CODY 44 JIMMY MCGHIE & JOHN
from ear to ear.
24 LUKE HEGGIE HASTINGS
GEN FRICKER BLAKE FREEMAN
25 SPEED: 45 DAVID QUIRK
It’s Brisbane Comedy
THE MOVIE, THE PLAY BRETT BLAKE Festival 2020!
JONATHAN PIE CAM KNIGHT
26 Z OË COOMBS MARR JOSH EARL
AARON CHEN JACQUES BARRETT
27 HARLEY BREEN GILLIAN ENGLISH
28 SAM TAUNTON 46 LIVEWIRED
THE TRAVELLING SISTERS KNOCKOFF
MATT STEWART THE MIXER: BIG FORK
JORDAN RASKOPOULOS THEATRE
29 TOM BALLARD 47 POLITICS IN THE PUB
30 MATT OKINE DUSTY RICH: PEST CONTROL
31 N ATH VALVO 48 AROUND THE CAMPFIRE
BECKY LUCAS THIS IS YOUR TRIAL
32 MELANIE BRACEWELL 49 C LASS CLOWNS
TOM WALKER DUSTY RICH
33 SAMMY J MR SNOT BOTTOM
34 AFTER HOURS: BRISBANE COMEDY FESTIVAL IS PRESENTED BY
STAND UP VS IMPROVISER 50 S CHEDULE BRISBANE POWERHOUSE
BRISBURNED 51 TICKETING INFO
DOUBLE DENIM UNAUTHORISED SELLERS BRISBANE POWERHOUSE IS
ALEX WARD 54 V ENUE & TRANSPORT INF0 BRISBANE CITY COUNCIL’S CENTRE
35 AFTER HOURS SINGALONG 56 DINING OPTIONS FOR LIVING ART
01
Newstead Brewing Co.'s
SUNDAY ROAST
Launch into comedy season with a full belly of great food and laughs Date Sun 23 Feb + Sun 22 Mar
when Newstead Brewing Co. put on their best Sunday Roast. Time 4pm
Venue Newstead Brewing Co.
A choice lineup of comedians from the festival will crack their best jokes as 67 Castlemaine St, Milton
Newstead Brewing Co. serve a two course shared lunch. Tables of eight will Duration 4 hours
be set for share platters and limited edition Newstead Brewing Co. Brisbane Tickets $119 (f), $439 (group of 4),
Comedy Festival beer or house wine upon arrival is included (cash bar also $878 (group of 8) + $6.90 transaction fee
available). Sit back, take in the laughs and settle in for a night of tasty eats
and good company – the best way to wrap up the weekend. Presented by Brisbane Comedy Festival
and Newstead Brewing Co
Any dietary requirements? Please contact us on
info@brisbanecomedyfestival.com. Please note, maximum people Suitable for ages 18+
at each table is eight. If you would like to book more than eight tickets, Contains coarse language + adult themes
please contact Brisbane Comedy Festival box office on 07 3358 8600.
02
Brisbane Comedy Festival
OPENING GALA
What better way to kick off the Festival than a spectacular lineup of Date Fri 21 Feb
the funniest comedians in two hours of laughs. Time 7.30pm
Venue Main Auditorium,
This night-of-nights will be packed with non-stop entertainment, Brisbane City Hall
featuring a fresh assembly of the country’s best up-and-coming and Tickets $64.90 (f), $59.90 (c)
well-loved comedians. + $6.90 transaction fee
Let’s raise our drinks to these funny folk who make our lives full of laughter. Presented by Brisbane Comedy Festival
It’s Gala time at Brisbane Comedy Festival! Supported by Brisbane City Council
This event is Auslan Interpreted please contact Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office Suitable for ages 15+
to arrange suitable seating. Contains coarse language + adult themes
03
Tommy Little
I'LL SEE MYSELF OUT
Tommy Little is Australia’s premier dickhead. Date Fri 20 + Sat 21 Mar
Time Fri 7.45pm + 9.30pm, Sat 7pm
Come and hear what Tommy’s been up to since you last saw him. Venue The Fortitude Music Hall
You can be sure it will be foolish, funny as hell and probably his own fault. Tickets $49 (f) + $5.95 transaction fee
AS SEEN ON NETWORK 10’S THE PROJECT Presented by Token Events
“COMEDY GOLD FROM THE GET-GO.” HERALD SUN Suitable for
ages 15+
“LITTLE CAN’T BE FAULTED AND THE SHOW ENDS WITH AN HOUR Contains
SOMEHOW FEELING LIKE SECONDS.” coarse language
***** THE ADVERTISER
04
The Chaser Quarterly &
The Shovel
THE ANTI-EXPERTS
GUIDE TO EVERYTHING
The Chaser's Charles Firth and The Shovel's James Schloffel take on the Date Thu 19 Mar
scourge of the modern era: experts and their experty expertise. Time 7pm
Venue The Fortitude Music Hall
Did you know that climate change graphs look very different indeed if you Tickets $35 (f), $29 (c), $29 (groups 6+)
turn them upside down? Have you ever noticed the alarming number of + $5.95 transaction fee
celebrities who have been vaccinated and then later died? Did you know that
over 99% of people who die in car crashes have eaten sultanas at some point Presented by
in their life? And yet the government refuses to ban sultanas. The Chaser Quarterly & The Shovel
Fresh from a national tour playing to sell-out crowds across the country, this Suitable for ages 18+
show will alarm even the most level-headed. Charles and James take on the Contains coarse language
topics that others fear to take on for fear of looking like an idiot. And who
knows where the night will go? You may end up joining Charles and James's
own custom-built religion, and agreeing to tithe 10% of your future income
to them. That could be fun!
“BEST SHOW I’VE EVER BEEN IN” CHARLES FIRTH
05
Heath Franklin's Chopper
THE SILENCER
Chopper cordially invites the world to shut the f**k up for a change. Date Sat 21 Mar
Welcome, The Silencer. Time 8.50pm
Venue The Fortitude Music Hall
Panic, terror, stupidity, crisis; they can all form a queue and suck the Tickets $39.95 (f), $36.95 (c),
wrinkles out of Chopper's walnut wallet because he has stopped giving a f*** $195.50 (group of 6) + $5.95 transaction fee
and is done with suffering fools.
Presented by Laughing Stock Productions
Are femi-nazis coming to cut his penis off OR will toxic masculinity give
him the prostate cancer he truly deserves? Dole bludgers, climate change, Suitable for ages 18+
anti-vaxxers, cancel culture – the outrage is deafening. Everyone is crazy, Contains coarse language
everyone has an opinion, everyone is wrong. Silence!
In amongst all this noise and hysteria and angst, and snowflakes and trolls,
who will give us a bit of bloody shush? Chopper is here to machete our way
through the jungle of bullshit.
WINNER COMICS CHOICE AWARD,
MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2018
06
Aaron Gocs Fiona O'Loughlin
GOCSY TONIGHT ADDRESSES THE NATION
Aaron ‘Gocsy’ Gocs steps away from stand-up to go into Fiona has always had the gun to her own head in her searingly
the world of late night tv talk shows…kind of like those honest brand of comedy.
ones Letterman, Conan, Leno etc did – except its Gocsy
instead of them. But watch out, people of Australia, as Fiona decides it's time
to turn her weapon towards some other idiots in this brand
Expect music, games, trivia, jokes, some other stuff too maybe. new hour of stand-up.
AS SEEN ON VICE, COMEDY CENTRAL, THE MERGER + Don't miss the chance to see Fiona mess with all of us and call
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT out where, what and who is full of the most bullshit in 2020.
Some of you will be overjoyed to hear what she has to say, some
“IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A COMEDY SHOW THAT GIVES of you will be ducking for cover, but everyone will be laughing.
YOU A LITTLE MORE THAN JUST ROLLING PUNCHLINES
AND SPRIGHTLY ANECDOTES, DIVORCED… WITH
CHILDREN IS ONE TO ADD TO YOUR LIST. IT IS AUTHENTIC,
GUTSY AND FUNNY.” ***** WINNING AT FAILING
Date Thu 19–Sat 21 Mar Date Fri 20 Mar
Time 8.15pm Time 6pm
Venue The Outpost, The Fortitude Music Hall Venue The Fortitude Music Hall
Tickets $20–$30 (f), $25 (c) + $5.95 transaction fee Tickets $36 (f), $30 (c) + $5.95 transaction fee
Presented by Junkyard Artists Presented by Fiona O'Loughlin Productions
Suitable for ages 18+ Suitable for ages 18+
Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references
07
Demi Lardner &
Jude Perl Tom Walker
I HAVE A FACE WE MUSTN'T
In her award-winning show, I Have A Face, Jude Perl is Tom Walker and Demi Lardner are young twin brothers left
embarking on an adventure to solve all of our collective alone at home.
inner angst… With lots of bright colours! Dazzling sounds!
And prizes!* They mustn't get up to mischief, for father will be cross.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Do you get option- WINNER DIRECTOR'S CHOICE,
anxiety when choosing methods to numb that incessant cry SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL 2019
for help? Are you perpetually confused about everything? Well,
look no further, because when it comes to confusion, Jude Perl “IT'S ODD AND UNPREDICTABLE; REFERSHING,
has all the answers. Try a Jude Perl today, and if you’re not ENDEARING AND HILARIOUS”
completely satisfied, maybe don’t mention that to her because **** WINNING AT FAILING
she’s incredibly sensitive.
“[B]RILLIANT, INVENTIVE AND BRAVE.” THE MUSIC
*Metaphorical prizes.
WINNER BEST CABARET, MELBOURNE FRINGE
FESTIVAL 2018
Date Thu 19–Sat 21 Mar Date Thu 19–Sat 21 Mar
Time 6.45pm Time 9.45pm
Venue The Outpost, The Fortitude Music Hall Venue The Outpost, The Fortitude Music Hall
Tickets $30 (f), $25 (c) + $5.95 transaction fee Tickets $20–$25 (f) + $5.95 transaction fee
Presented by Hot Mess Productions Presented by Century
Suitable for ages 18+ Suitable for ages 18+
Contains coarse language + adult themes Contains coarse language, nudity, adult themes +
Trigger warning mental health themes sexual references
08Peter Helliar
LOOPY
A stranger on a train said to Pete recently that “everything you believe is Date Fri 20 + Sat 21 Mar
true and the rest is bullshit... and vice versa.” Time 7.45pm
Venue The Tivoli
Yep, the world is loopy. We should talk about it. Tickets $49 (f) + $6.10 transaction fee
AS SEEN ON NETWORK 10’S THE PROJECT + HOW TO STAY MARRIED Presented by Token Events
“HIS QUICK WIT AND SELF-DEPRECATING COMIC STYLE HAS Suitable for ages 15+
THE AUDIENCE IN STITCHES.” Contains coarse language
**** ½ THE ADVERTISER
“EXUBERANT AND WARM.”
**** HERALD SUN
09Frank Woodley
*@#!KING CLOWN
Frank is often referred to as a *@#!KING CLOWN – he chooses to take this Date Fri 13–Sun 15 Mar
as a compliment that reflects his mastery of the ancient art of wrongness. Time Fri + Sat 7.45pm, Sun 6.45pm
Venue The Tivoli
Comedy is like one of those old-fashioned washing machines with the Tickets $45–$49 (f) + $6.10 transaction fee
ringers on top. Frank loves to push any topic or tale into the ringers and
squeeze as much laughter out as he can. Occasionally he pushes a little Presented by Token Events
enthusiastically and gets his fingers mangled, but that can happen.
Suitable for ages 15+
A brand new comedy show from the master of daft. Contains coarse language
“FIVE STARS IS SIMPLY NOT ENOUGH.”
***** THE ADVERTISER
10Rosie Waterland
KID CHAMELEON
Born while her parents were on the run from drug dealers, Rosie spent Date Sat 21 Mar
her childhood shapeshifting and course-correcting based on the scenario. Time 6pm
Venue The Tivoli
Mum’s a sex worker? Adjust. In foster care? Shape-shift. Dad collapses Tickets $39.90 (f) + $6.10 transaction fee
drunk? Course correct, figure it out. When your world keeps changing, you
kind of have no choice but to keep changing with it. Presented by More Talent
A household name since her hilarious Bachelor recaps became essential Suitable for ages 15+
pop culture reading, award-winning podcaster, author and comedian Rosie Contains coarse language + adult themes
has sold out theatres and enraptured audiences across the country with her
trademark frank, endearingly funny honesty.
“TELLING STORIES THE WAY SHE DOES BEST – WITH JOKES,
ATTITUDE AND SARCASM… ALL WHILE SITTING BACK, SIPPING
CHAMPAGNE” CITY HUB
11Alex Williamson
OI MATE!
The Loosest Aussie Bloke, Alex Williamson is back with another crushing Date Sat 14 + Sun 15 Mar
hour of pure, uncut comedy platinum. Time Sat 9.30pm, Sun 8.30pm
Venue The Tivoli
A comedy festival isn’t complete without an aggressive Australian telling Tickets $37.50 (f) + $6.10 transaction fee
jokes in a hilariously threatening manner, baring all with the type of truth
usually reserved for therapy sessions. Presented by More Talent
Allow (internet) famous comedian Alex (1.3millon Facebook, 500k Instagram, Suitable for ages 15+
645k YouTube, 17 Tinder) to make you laugh, think and possibly even cry. You Contains coarse language, adult themes,
know the drill – book early mates! sexual + drug references
“HIS OBSERVATIONAL HUMOUR SHOULD SERVE AS A NECESSARY
KICK IN THE BOLLOCKS TO HIS OVEREXPOSED PREDECESSORS. THIS
IS HOW A MODERN COMIC MIND SHOULD WORK”
**** THE HERALD SUN
12Ivan Aristeguieta
PIÑATA
"Dale a la piñata!" – Hit the piñata! Date Fri 20 + Sat 21 Mar
Time 9.30pm
This loud and primal chant of raging Latino kids drives a birthday boy to Venue The Tivoli
madness… Since turning 40, Ivan has had this chant stuck in his head. Is he Tickets $36.70 (f), $32.65 (c),
a grown up, or still just a big kid? Is the party over, or just beginning? Maybe $183.60 (group of 6) + $6.10 transaction fee
it’s time to take off the blindfold and see what’s in front of him; but to get the
candy of life, he must beat the crap out of everything he has learned so far. Presented by Laughing Stock Productions
Australia’s favourite Venezuelan is back! And he’s carrying a big stick! Suitable for ages 15+
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Ole, Ole, Ole! Contains coarse language
AS SEEN ON HAVE YOU BEEN PAYING ATTENTION? HUGHESY, WE HAVE
A PROBLEM AND MELBOURNE COMEDY FESTIVAL GALA
WINNER WEEKLY BEST COMEDY, ADELAIDE FRINGE 2017
“SKILFUL TIMING, ENERGISED DELIVERY AND SUPREME
LIKEABILITY... NEAR SUBLIME ROUTINES COULD HAVE COME FROM
JERRY SEINFELD.” CHORTLE (UK)
13Frocking Hilarious
HOSTED BY CLAIRE HOOPER
Australia's sirens of comedy hit the stage together for a laugh-out-loud Date Sun 01 Mar
show in support of ActionAid and their work promoting women’s rights in Time 3pm
more than 45 countries globally. Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Brisbane Powerhouse
Returning to Brisbane Comedy Festival after sell-out shows in Melbourne Tickets $45 (f), $40 (c + group 4+)
and Sydney, Frocking Hilarious features some of the funniest women in the + $6.90 transaction fee
business. Hosted by the legendary Claire Hooper, this comedy extravaganza
promises to have you shaking with laughter – and all for a good cause! Presented by ActionAid and
Brisbane Comedy Festival
Join us for this gala event to support women living in poverty around the
world to stand up for their rights. Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language +
This event is Auslan Interpreted. Please contact Brisbane Powerhouse adult themes
Box Office to arrange suitable seating.
14Paul McDermott & Gatesy
GO SOLO
Songs of beauty, songs of heartbreak, freshly-minted comedy concoctions, Date Sat 07 + Sun 08 Mar
old squabbles and spontaneous nonsense. Two of Australia’s most adored Time Sat 6pm, Sun 5pm
singer-songwriters lock harmonies and minds in one unmissable show. Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Brisbane Powerhouse
Best known as the middle-men of two of Australia’s greatest musical- Tickets $49.90 (f), $44.90 (c)
comedy trios, Paul McDermott (Doug Anthony All-stars ) and Steven Gates + $6.90 transaction fee
(Tripod), lock harmonies and minds in one unmissable show. An evening of
beauty and heartbreak, don’t miss the chance to see these two extraordinary Presented by Brisbane Comedy Festival
talents, together at last.
Suitable for ages 15+
“AUDIENCES NEED TO RUSH AND GET A TICKET TO THIS SHOW.” Contains coarse language
ENTERTAINMENT HIVE
“COMPELLINGLY BEAUTIFUL” **** FRINGE REVIEW
15Mel Buttle Nazeem Hussain
HANDS ON HEADS HUSSAIN THAT?
Young Mel was easily distracted and chatty in class, often After a massive sell-out season across Australia in
told to choose more appropriate classmates to sit next to. 2019, Nazeem returns with his sixth solo stand-up show,
Ironically, she became a teacher, and then a comedian and a Hussain That?
TV host – three careers where it’s always her turn to speak.
It’s been a huge few years for Nazeem. You’d have seen his face
Mel has had a big year performing stand-up around the country pop up on Channel 7 in his own sketch series Orange Is The New
and filming the fourth season of Foxtel’s The Great Australian Brown, or on his Netflix half-hour special, or perhaps you saw him
Bake Off, which she hosts alongside Claire Hooper, Maggie Beer on The Masked Singer when he became BFFs with Lindsay Lohan.
and Matt Moran.
Or maybe you took a selfie with Nazeem, literally as he was
Join former vice-captain and ex-relief teacher, Brisbane’s own getting caught fare evading on public transport. What a tight ass.
Mel Buttle, for her brand new show about all things school. Whatever the case, don’t miss your chance to see Nazeem do
what he does best and loves most.
“BUTTLE’S DRY CRITIQUE OF THE PERILS OF LIFE HAS
THE AUDIENCE IN HYSTERICS.” **** THE AGE “THIS MAN EMBODIES COMIC GENIUS”
***** GLAM ADELAIDE
Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Date Sat 21 + Sun 22 Mar
Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm Time Sat 6pm, Sun 8.30pm
Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $28–$35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $38 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Token Events Presented by Live Nation
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language
16Dave Hughes
RIDICULOUS
Hughesy is the busiest man in show business, regularly hosting his own Date Fri 13–Sun 15 Mar
TV and radio programs. It’s a known fact that the very best way to see Time Fri 7.45pm, Sat 4pm + 7.45pm, Sun 5pm
Hughesy is when he’s touring live shows to every corner of the continent. Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Brisbane Powerhouse
Whether he’s on tour in Mackay, or unmasking a pirate prawn, there is one Tickets $49 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
guarantee, what he sees along the way is ridiculous.
Presented by Token Events
AS SEEN ON NETWORK 10'S HUGHESY, WE HAVE A PROBLEM AND
THE MASKED SINGER Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language
“IT’S COMEDY LAW: IF HUGHESY SAYS IT — WITH THAT DISTINCTIVE
BOGAN DRAWL OF HIS – IT’S FUNNY.” HERALD SUN
“A SURE BET FOR A BELLY LAUGH AND A GOOD NIGHT OUT.”
**** THE ADVERTISER
17Dilruk Jayasinha Cal Wilson
VICTORIOUS LION OPEN BOOK
The literal translation of ‘Jayasinha’ is ‘Victorious Lion’. It’s a Part autobiography, part memoir, part factual account of her
name befitting of a leader or a king. It’s a name with swagger. life, Cal Wilson’s leaving it all on the page. Which is a shame,
But is it suitable for Dilruk? because she’s meant to be saying it out loud.
Dil’s certainly had a pretty victorious year. He’s performed No illustrations, some graphic language and a free bookmark.
sell-out shows around the country and the world, including (It’s your ticket – your ticket is the bookmark).
the invite-only Just For Laughs festival in Montreal. He’s been
all over your TV screens, on shows like Have You Been Paying AS SEEN ON HER NETFLIX SPECIAL,
Attention? and Utopia. But he still doesn’t feel like the THINGS I’VE THOUGHT OUT LOUD
triumphant king of the animal kingdom his name suggests.
“FROM THE MOMENT CAL APPEARS ON STAGE,
It’s time for Dilruk to work out if he is a Victorious Lion by nature SHE HAS US IN THE PALM OF HER HAND.”
or by name only. ***** THE ADVERTISER
“AN ABSOLUTE DELIGHT, GUARANTEED TO SEND YOU INTO
THE NIGHT WITH A BROAD SMILE.” CHORTLE
Date Tue 10–Sun 15 Mar Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar
Time Tue–Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $25–$32 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $28–$38 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Token Events Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language
18Shit-faced Shakespeare
HAMLET
This hilarious, sell-out, award winning, smash-hit show has already sold Date Thu 19–Sun 22 Mar
over half a million tickets worldwide and returns to Brisbane to help you Time Thu 8.45pm, Fri + Sat 9.30pm, Sun 5pm
enjoy Shakespeare responsibly. Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Brisbane Powerhouse
Shit-faced Shakespeare is the hilarious blend of an entirely serious Tickets $40–$49.90 (f), $44.90 (c)
Shakespeare play with an entirely shit-faced actor. What could possibly + $6.90 transaction fee
go right? With a genuinely inebriated cast member chosen each night, no
two shows are ever the same in this raucous, riotous, rampage through Presented by alist.com.au
Shakespeare's greatest tragedy: Hamlet.
Suitable for ages 18+
SOLD OUT EDINBURGH FRINGE 2015–2019, Contains coarse language, nudity, adult themes,
BRISBANE COMEDY FESTIVAL 2019 violence, sexual + drug references.
Let's face it – one of the actors is shit-faced;
“NO-HOLDS-BARRED ECSTASY” ***** BROADWAY BABY anything could happen.
“HILARIOUS” ***** THE ADVERTISER
“A HILARIOUS, LAUGH-A-MINUTE RIOT.” **** THE CLOTHESLINE
19Akmal
OPEN FOR RENOVATIONS
Have you always wanted a perfect body, with rock hard abs and buns of Date Sat 14 + Sun 15 Mar
steel without ever getting out of bed? Imagine having enough confidence Time Sat 9.30pm, Sun 8.30pm
to get out of your car during a road rage incident that wasn’t your fault, Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
instead of apologising and cowardly driving off as quickly as you can. Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $40–$44 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
If you have ever wanted to be so financially wealthy that you could pay
Rupert Murdoch to drop his pants and perform a silly dance while singing in Presented by alist.com.au
a high pitch voice, just for a laugh.
Suitable for ages 15+
Well in this one-hour show, Akmal will be asking the audience if they know Contains coarse language
how he can achieve these things. A life changing experience or your money
back.
“RANDOM, IMPROVISED AND HILARIOUS…” CRICKEY.COM.AU
“NO ONE WANTED THE SHOW TO STOP…
HE SEEMED TO OWN THE STAGE” SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
20Jimeoin
RAMBLE ON!
A stalwart of Australian comedy and all round likeable rogue, comedian Date Thu 19–Sun 22 Mar
Jimeoin returns to Brisbane Comedy Festival for a limited season of his Time Thu 7pm, Fri + Sat 7.45pm, Sun 3pm
new stand-up show, Ramble On! Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Brisbane Powerhouse
Jimeoin happily imparts his clever and quirky observations on everyday Tickets $44.90–$49.90 + $6.90 transaction fee
suburban life in his trademark devil-may-care style. Don't miss out.
Presented by alist.com.au
“RECALLS THE FAMILIAR AT FANTASTICALLY SILLY LEVEL,
BOILING HIS AUDIENCE DOWN TO A TEAR-FILLED, GIBBERING MESS” Suitable for ages 15+
SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY Contains coarse language
“HILARIOUS... IF LAUGHTER'S THE BEST MEDICINE, JIMEOIN IS
A COURSE OF STEROIDS... DON'T MISS IT!”
EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS
21Stephen K Amos
EVERYMAN
Stephen K Amos is on a mission to bring about world peace, or to at least Date Sat 21 + Sun 22 Mar
bring about an evening of peace! Time Sat 4pm, Sun 6.45pm
Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Bringing achingly funny anecdotes, hilarious takes on the everyday and his Brisbane Powerhouse
infectious charm, Stephen will warm your cold, stiffened hearts. Tickets $45–$49.90 (f), $42 (c, Sun only)
+ $6.90 transaction fee
Join together with your fellow man and experience the universal language
of laughter! Presented by Mary Tobin Presents
“THE FEEL-GOOD COMEDY OF A TRUE STAND-UP LEGEND” Suitable for ages 15+
PERTH NOW Contains coarse language + sexual references
“LAUGHS CAME THICK AND FAST THROUGHOUT… DON’T MISS IT”
THE AGE
22Nick Cody
DAD BOD
Nick hasn't been fit since high school, but now that he is a father, Date Tue 10–Sat 14 Mar
he can use the term "Dad Bod", which makes friends and doctors laugh Time Tue–Fri 6.45pm, Sat 6pm
and give him a pass. Venue Tue–Fri Visy Theatre,
Sat Powerhouse Theatre,
Lucky for you, his comedy muscles are fit AF. Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $27–$35 + $6.90 transaction fee
Another hour of world class stand-up from the red bearded bloke you've
seen and heard on everything that's worth anything. Presented by Century
AS HEARD ON TRIPLE M, LITTLE DUM DUM CLUB + THE DOPLLOP Suitable for ages 15+
AS SEEN ON HAVE YOU BEEN PAYING ATTENTION?, Contains coarse language
MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL GALA,
CONAN + NETWORK 10'S THE PROJECT
“A BRILLIANT SHOW... HIT AFTER HIT, CODY KEEPS ROLLING ON."
**** THE HERALD
23Gen Fricker
Luke Heggie VERY IMPORTANT AND
LOWBREED EXTREMELY BRAVE
This is a stand-up comedy show. No one is more important and brave and beautiful and
relatable and mysterious and vulnerable and strong and
If you use the terms toxic, cancelled, tone deaf, shaming, or whimsical and practical and vertical and trending and humble
savvy B, then stay away from this show, my family, and my dog. and omnipotent than Gen Fricker (triple j, Have You Been
Paying Attention?).
If this exclusivity causes a problematic to occur, complaints can
be purchased for $1 from lukeheggie.com. This is a show about that.
No lowbreeds please. “GOOFY, SEXY AND FUNNY” HERALD SUN
“GENUINELY PEERLESS. HAVE IT.” “HILARIOUSLY DARK” THE AGE
***** HERALD SUN
“ONE TO WATCH” VOGUE AUSTRALIA
Date Tue 10–Sun 15 Mar Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar
Time Tue–Sat 8.30pm, Sun 7.30pm Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $25–$30 + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $20–$25 + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Century Presented by Century
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language + sexual references
24Speed: Jonathan Pie
FAKE NEWS:
The Movie, The Play 2020 AUSTRALIA
There's a bomb on a bus. If the bus drops below 50 miles an Comedy star Jonathan Pie returns to the road once more to
hour, it blows up. What do you do? WHAT DO YOU DO?! berate the people in power – and the journalists apparently
holding them to account.
Climb aboard our vintage Volvo for this shameless comedic
homage to the 1994 action thriller, Speed, the film which proved Jonathan Pie is the exasperated news reporter whose videos
once and for all the best drama is on public transport. have been seen across the world. With over 1.2 million Facebook
followers, his videos regularly go viral, achieving millions of
After sell out seasons at Sydney Fringe and Perth Fringe World, views internationally. His response to the election of Donald
this high-octane trip down the highway of 90s nostalgia makes Trump was viewed more than 150 million times worldwide. He
an explosive return to the Brisbane Comedy Festival. has appeared on The Weekly with Charlie Pickering numerous
times and has been described by Ricky Gervais as “brilliant,
Warning: contains Hollywood-ish special effects and jokes brave, raw and analytical without forgetting to be funny.”
about Keanu Reeves' career.
Date Thu 27 Feb–Sun 22 Mar Date Fri 28 Feb
Time Thu–Sat 7pm + 8.30pm, Sun 6pm + 7.30pm Time 9.30pm
Venue Stores Forecourt, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $69.90 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
If you require accessibility assistance, please contact our
Box Office to book. Presented by Adrian Bohm Presents
Presented by Act/React Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language + adult themes
Suitable for ages 12+
Contains coarse language
25Zoë Coombs Marr Aaron Chen
AGONY! MISERY! MR CIGARETTE
You’re driving your dad’s Hilux past the river after flute My cigarette likes you. He takes care of you real nice and hurt
practice, the first day on your Ps, on the way to the job you got your lungs. Please don’t forget about me this year.
when you were 14 and 9 months – when you remember that in
the future you’re going to go to a comedy show.
Now you’re an adult. This is that show.
WINNER DIRECTOR’S CHOICE, MELBOURNE
WINNER HERALD ANGEL, EDINBURGH FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2019
FRINGE 2019 WINNER BEST NEWCOMER, MELBOURNE
WINNER MOST OUTSTANDING SHOW, MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2017
INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2016 WINNER BEST NEWCOMER, SYDNEY COMEDY
FESTIVAL 2017
“A MASTER-CLASS IN META HUMOUR.”
***** THE HERALD (UK)
Date Thu 12–Sun 15 Mar Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar
Time Thu–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm Time Tue–Sat 8.30pm, Sun 7.30pm
Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $25–$32 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $22–$32 + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Token Events Presented by Junkyard Artists
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 16+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language
26Harley Breen
ONLY WORDS
A new live show from the host of Channel 10's Logie nominated Date Fri 28 + Sat 29 Feb
TV show, Taboo. Time Fri 7.45pm, Sat 9.30pm
Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
Words, who came up with them? It's a mystery... Probably God. Or Brisbane Powerhouse
something else that makes more sense... Either way Harley will use heaps Tickets $36.70 (f), $32.65 (c),
of them to say things. From Russia to Vegas, taboo to parenthood, Harley $183.55 (group of 6) + $6.90 transaction fee
has used a lot of words recently. Some words are beautiful, some words
offend and some of them are in this show. Presented by Laughing Stock Productions
It’s a tale of travel, and love, and offence in a time where all three could get Suitable for ages 15+
you "cancelled". Contains coarse language
Outrage is fun. Why be offended? They're only words...
“HONEST, REFRESHING AND DELIVERED WITH GUSTO.
BREEN CHARMS THE AUDIENCE WITH HIS QUICK WIT AND
SNAPPY MATERIAL." THE HERALD SUN
27Sam Taunton The Travelling Sisters
ROOSTER THY THUS 'TWAS
Roosters vary greatly in appearance from breed to breed, but Daryl, Vinnie and Berrick are three self-proclaimed thespians
are often known to have bright, flashy colours, large combs and with mullets and mummy issues. Australia’s queens of character
crow about wanting people to come to their new stand up show. comedy return to Brisbane as three blokes with a dream.
“HE’S TERRIFIC AND EXCELLENT AT WHAT HE DOES.” NOMINEE BEST COMEDY, MELBOURNE FRINGE 2019
**** THE SCOTSMAN
Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse Tickets $24–$30 (f), $26 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Tickets $25–$29 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by The Travelling Sisters
Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 12+
Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language Contains coarse language + adult themes
Matt Stewart Jordan Raskopoulos
MONKEY HOUSE RENAISSANCE HYDRA
After two sell out seasons at Brisbane Comedy Festival, Matt Hi there, I’m Jordan Raskopoulos, acclaimed entertainer and
Stewart is back with an all new show. Known for his super dry lush queer. I’m doing a little comedy show in Brisbane! I’ll be
wit and laid back delivery Matt explores life in the modern world. singing a few songs, telling some funny stories and sharing
some very upsetting erotic fan fiction. It’s all a bit weird and a bit
“ON THE DARTBOARD OF COMEDY, HE’S A rude. Get on board. Ding Dong.
STRAIGHT-UP 180.” PEDESTRIAN TV
Date Fri 06–Sun 08 Mar Time Fri + Sat 9.45pm, Sun 8.45pm
Date Tue 10–Sun 15 Mar Time Tue–Sat 7.15pm, Sun 6.15pm Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Venue Park Mezzanine, Brisbane Powerhouse Tickets $32 (f), $28 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Tickets $20–$25 (f), $22 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Star 100 Entertainment
Presented by Portable Comedy
Suitable for ages 15+
Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references
Contains coarse language + sexual references
28Tom Ballard
GRANDILOQUENT
Grandiloquent: adj. pompous or extravagant in language, style, or Date Tue 17–Sun 22 Mar
manner, especially in a way that is intended to impress. Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm
Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tom Ballard is grandiloquent. He’s got heaps of grandiloquence. Tickets $28–$35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
He’s hands-down one of Australia’s most grandiloquent comedians.
Presented by Token Events
He’s also one of the funniest. In 2019, Tom sold out shows all over the world
to critical acclaim and annoyed a lot of Baby Boomers on Facebook. In 2020, Suitable for ages 15+
he’s back with a brand new hour of jokes about our cooked planet, the stupid Contains coarse language
Internet and having sex with a witch.
Don’t miss this electric comic voice as he returns to Brisbane with a fresh
show that tries to make some sense of right now.
WINNER BEST COMEDY SHOW, SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL 2017
“A BLISTERING HOUR OF MOTOR-MOUTHED,
SLICK-AS-BLACK-ICE COMEDY.” **** ½ HERALD SUN
29Matt Okine
SOLO DINER
Award-winning comedian, actor and writer, Matt Okine, returns to Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar
Brisbane with a brand new hour of stand-up after a huge year filming Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm
season two of his TV show, The Other Guy, writing his debut novel and Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
having a baby. Tickets $27–$35 + $6.90 transaction fee
Don't miss one of Australia's most exciting comedy stars! Presented by Century
CREATOR + STAR STAN'S THE OTHER GUY Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language + adult themes
NOMINATED BEST NEW TALENT, AACTA 2017
WINNER BEST COMEDY RELEASE, ARIA AWARDS 2015
WINNER DIRECTORS CHOICE, MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL
COMEDY FESTIVAL 2015
“OKINE IS AN OUTSTANDING STORYTELLER" ***** THE MUSIC
“LEAVE WITH A SONG IN YOUR HEART" **** THE GUARDIAN
30Nath Valvo Becky Lucas
CHATTY CATHY MY NECK, MY BACK
Nath Valvo was nominated for Most Outstanding Show at the Still reeling from being called ‘ma’am’ while purchasing a
2019 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Fancy. packet of hot Cheetos and a Maxibon at the local convenience
store, I was reminded that I had to come up with a title and
This Chatty Cathy smashed every festival at home and abroad in blurb for this year’s show.
2019. Sell-out shows, 5-star reviews and oh so many jokes. This
brand new hour promises to deliver what Nath does best – fast, "Urgh it truly is hard being a woman in comedy" I thought,
sharp, proper funny stand-up. sucking the Cheetos dust off my ring finger and thumb.
NOMINEE MOST OUTSTANDING SHOW, Anyway, I wrote most of these jokes in my head whilst sitting at
MELBOURNE COMEDY FESTIVAL 2019 the pub being lectured to about data mining by a guy with a stick
WINNER BEST COMEDY WEEKLY AWARD, 'n' poke tattoo and bad breath. I think it’s a good show, please
ADELAIDE FRINGE 2018 don’t come if your favourite comedian is Stephen Fry or if you
quote-tweet things with "let this sink in". I’m a stupid bitch and
“ALL KILLER LINES, NO FILLER. TRULY IS A MUST-SEE.” I’ve never pretended to be otherwise.
***** THE AGE
“YOU NEED TO BE MEDICATED” CONAN
“A SENSATIONALLY ENTERTAINING HOUR”
**** ½ HERALD SUN
Date Thu 19–Sun 22 Mar Date Tue 10–Sun 15 Mar
Time Thu–Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $28–$35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $25–$30 + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Token Events Presented by Live Nation
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 18+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language, sexual references + adult themes
31Melanie Bracewell Tom Walker
THE RUMOURS ARE TRUE IS TIM WALTER
What rumours? Are there any rumours? All we know is that By publishing this in our program we, Brisbane Comedy Festival,
some people have been saying Melanie Bracewell is one of the acknowledge that Tom Walker is cool and funny and that any
fastest rising stars in New Zealand comedy. rumours about him being "difficult to work with" are untrue
and we promise not to get angry at him over the course of his
Winner of the prestigious Billy T Award, Melanie is guaranteed to run.
leave you in stitches with her endearing storytelling..
NOMINEE MOST OUTSTANDING SHOW, MELBOURNE
AS SEEN ON HAVE YOU BEEN PAYING ATTENTION? + INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2017
CHANNEL 10’S THE PROJECT
AS HEARD ON TRIPLE J “A BRILLIANTLY INVIGORATING, EXPRESSIVE
PERFORMER.” **** CHORTLE
“YOU'LL BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND A FAN OF NEW
ZEALAND COMEDY THAT ISN'T A FAN OF MELANIE “EYE-WATERINGLY FUNNY.” **** THE AGE
BRACEWELL”
NZ HERALD
Date Tue 17–Sun 22 Mar Date Thu 19–Sun 22 Mar
Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm Time Thu–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $20–$30 + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $25–$29 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Junkyard Artists Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language
32Sammy J
SYMPHONY IN J MINOR
The 58 kilogram star of ABC TV gets back to his musical comedy roots! Date Fri 28 + Sat 29 Feb
Time Fri 6pm, Sat 7.45pm
Performing songs from his ARIA-nominated album, Symphony in J Minor and Venue Powerhouse Theatre,
beyond, Sammy J will sing, play, croon, belt, warble, purr, and chirp until you Brisbane Powerhouse
kindly ask him to stop. Tickets $42.85 (f), $38.75 (c),
$214.95 (group of 6) + $6.90 transaction fee
WINNER BEST COMEDY, MELBOURNE FRINGE 2016
WINNER BEST COMEDY WEEKLY, ADELAIDE FRINGE 2017 Presented by Laughing Stock Productions
NOMINATED BEST COMEDY ALBUM, ARIA AWARDS 2019
Suitable for ages 15+
“AN ENDLESSLY CREATIVE TALENT” TIME OUT, LONDON Contains coarse language
“WHIPLASH SMART AND LAUGH OUT LOUD FUNNY”
THE HERALD, EDINBURGH
“SAMMY J IS ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST TALENTED COMEDIANS,
WITH HIS INTELLIGENT HUMOUR, MUSICIANSHIP AND
IMPECCABLE TIMING” IN DAILY, ADELAIDE
33After Hours: Brisburned
STAND UP VS IMPROVISER AT HOME
Welcome to the comedy battle of the century – two stand-up Each year we lampoon our love/hate relationship with
comedians and two improvisers enter the ring, but only one Brisbane. This year we hone in on home. Family's in the frame.
team leaves… victorious! Join host Chris Martin, the only person Suburbia's in our sights. There’ll be laughs and (crocodile) tears.
to successfully master both comedic styles, and some of the best Our satirical insights will hurt like a grazed elbow and not even a
comedians at Brisbane Comedy Festival, for one hell of a funny show. kiss from mum will stop the pain.
Date Sat nights 29 Feb–21 Mar Time 10pm Date Sat nights 29 Feb–21 Mar Time 5.15pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $22 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $25 (f), $20 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Brisbane Comedy Festival Presented by Mark Lombard
Suitable for ages 18+ Contains coarse language, adult themes, Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language + adult themes
sexual + drug references
Double Denim Alex Ward
ADVENTURE SHOW SORRY FOR BEFORE
Michelle Brasier (Mad as Hell, Aunty Donna) and Laura Frew Alex was born two weeks late and is pretty sure her first
bring you part two of the Double Denim journey, a celebratory thoughts were, sorry I’m late, I won’t be long. Alex has finally
cruise through the teenage years to avocado days. This is every stopped apologising, although she is sorry about all the times
Contiki tour that has ever gone wrong. she did it before. This is sure to be Alex's best show yet, mostly
because she has nothing to apologise for.
Date Fri 06–Sun 08 Mar Time Fri + Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Date Tue 17–Sun 22 Mar Time Tue–Sat 8.45pm, Sun 7.45pm
Tickets $32–$28 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Venue Park Mezzanine, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $22–$27 (f), $22–$25 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Hey Boss
Presented by Alex Ward
Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language, adult themes,
sexual + drug references Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language + adult themes
34After Hours: Singalong
BIG FORK THEATRE
Big Fork Theatre are throwing the best (and only!) house party/comedy Date Fri nights 28 Feb–20 Mar
show at Brisbane Comedy Festival. Join the crowd and singalong to your Time 10pm
favourite songs, then watch as our improvisers squeeze the laughs from Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse
your musical favourites right in front of your eyes! Tickets $25 (f), $80 (group of 4)
+ $6.90 transaction fee
Combining the fun of group singing with the madness of their no-holds-
barred improvised comedy, Big Fork's Singalong is your perfect capper to a Presented by Big Fork Theatre
Brisbane Comedy Festival experience.
Suitable for ages 15+
Big Fork Theatre are Brisbane’s most popular improv company, with Contains coarse language, adult themes +
weekly sell-out shows all year round. They’re excited to make their third sexual references
appearance at Brisbane Comedy Festival following 2018’s sell-out smash,
Cool Story Bro and their acclaimed 2019 kids show, Around the Campfire.
“BIG FORK THEATRE ARE A GIFT TO BRISBANE COMEDY.
ANY SHOW THEY ARE INVOLVED IN IS NOT TO BE MISSED.”
***** ANYWHERE THEATRE FESTIVAL
35Jeff Green
WOMBAT COMBAT Agro Up Late!
AND OTHER MISTAKES WITH JAMIE DUNN
Mistakes, errors of judgement – we’ve all made them. Grab your Samboy Chips, Troll Dolls, Tazo's and your favourite
Jeff Green is an expert. Goosebumps book – Australia's naughtiest puppet is back!
Fortunately he’s also a world class comedian whose skill is to take After 30 years in the business, Agro and "the bald man under
the personal stories we’d rather file under the heading ‘shame the table", Jamie Dunn are back together and live on stage!
and embarrassment’ and turn them into a hilarious new show. Hosted by Ben From Brisbane (Big Brother), get ready to stroll
down memory lane and hear the naughtiest and funniest Aussie
Never one to hide (or learn from) his mistakes, the award- showbiz stories behind an accidental puppet that became an
winning UK comedian has been entertaining audiences all over Aussie icon.
the world for 30 years. Coming from a country that celebrates
the plucky loser, Jeff’s shows are told not for the learning but for VIP tickets available which include premium seats, photo,
the shared pleasure of failing. meet + greet and an Agro Ekka Showbag.
Jeff is back with a brand-new hour of quick-fire jokes, hilarious
stories and relatable mishaps to give audiences a thunderous
belly-laugh once more.
"NOTHING LESS THAN COMEDIC GENIUS”
BRISBANE STAGE
Date Thu 19–Sun 22 Mar Date Tue 17–Sun 22 Mar
Time Thu–Sat 8.30pm, Sun 7.30pm Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $35 (f), $30 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $40 (f), $30 (c), $69.90 (VIP) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by More Talent Presented by Christopher Wayne Entertainment
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language, sexual references + adult themes
36Effie Larry
IN LOVE ME Dean
TINDER FUDNUT
Finding love isn’t easy and keeping it’s even harder. The urge Double Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominee and star of Live
to swipe right is tempting even to those with the greatest of At The Apollo returns with a brand new hour of confessional
willpowers. Who isn’t on Tinder? Is it possible to be smokin’ hot storytelling. As seen on Melbourne International Comedy Festival
and hit upon every day and still stay faithful? Gala, Michael McIntyre's Big Show and Mock The Week.
Date Sun 15 Mar Time 6.45pm Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Time Tue–Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $45 (f), $40 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $30–$35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Banajig Pty Ltd Presented by Century
Suitable for ages 12+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains sexual references Contains coarse language, adult themes, sexual + drug references
Mark Geraldine
Watson Hickey
THIS CAN'T WHAT A
BE IT SURPRISE
British comedy star and veteran of the Edinburgh Fringe, Geraldine is happy to let other people lead, leaders do all the
Mark Watson attempts to cram a year of pathological work and know what’s around the corner. Geraldine doesn’t
overthinking into just under an hour's stand-up. Spiritual enquiry want to know what’s around the corner, she wants to believe there
meets high-octane observational comedy. might be a bouncy castle there.
Date Fri 20–Sun 22 Mar Time Fri–Sat 9.45pm, Sun 8.45pm Date Sat 14 + Sun 15 Mar Time Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm
Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $35–$38 (f), $31–$34 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Melbourne International Comedy Festival Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language + adult themes Contains coarse language
Lawrence Marty
Mooney Sheargold
BEAUTY ENCORE
Having stepped out from behind Malcolm Turnbull, Lawrence Don’t miss Marty’s return for an encore performance of his
Mooney is back with a new show and ready to brave a new sold out 2019 tour. If you missed it the first time, here’s your
world. There’s lots to get through after three years. Buy a ticket chance to laugh live with the Nova star as he delivers jokes and
and take the ride, it’s going to be quite beautiful. stories he can’t on radio.
Date Fri 06–Sun 08 Mar Time Fri 7pm, Sat 7.45pm, Sun 6.45pm Date Fri 06–Sun 08 Mar
Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Time Fri 8.45pm, Sat 9.30pm, Sun 8.30pm
Tickets $49 (f), $44 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Presented by alist.com.au and Triple M Tickets $49 (f), $44 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Suitable for ages 15+ Presented by alist.com.au
Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language
37ANDREW HANSEN
Queerstories SOLO SHOW
Enter the radical world of Queerstories and be entertained Known for his ferocious songs and iconic characters like
by an unexpected tale from some of Australia’s finest Surprise Spruiker and Clive the Slightly-Too-Loud Commuter,
LGBTQI+ storytellers. the 'good one from The Chaser returns to Brisbane with a
blistering set of sketches and musical takedowns.
Hosted by Maeve Marsden, with Jordan Raskopoulos,
Nina Oyama, Claire Christian and more to be announced. AS SEEN ON THE CHASER'S WAR ON EVERYTHING,
Queerstories returns to Brisbane after four sell out shows, CNNNN AND THE HAMSTER WHEEL
delivering surprising, heart-warming and often downright
hilarious tales from the margins. There’s so much more to
being queer than coming out and getting married. For a taste
of what to expect, subscribe to the award-winning podcast!
Date Thu 05 Mar Date Thu 12 Mar
Time 7pm Time 8.45pm
Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $28 (f), $24 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $36.70 (f), $32.65 (c). $195.90 (group of 6)
+ $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Brisbane Comedy Festival and Maeve Marsden
Presented by Laughing Stock Productions
Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language
38The Stevenson Brennan
Experience Reece
STRANGER HAPPY
TWINS SAD
Let’s not waste words. Hilarious songs – identical twins – Star of Live At The Apollo, Melbourne International Comedy
classic banter – an hour of non-stop laughs. Festival Gala and Comedy Central's Roast Battle, Brennan
Three time Best Comedy Award nominees. Reece (UK) makes his Brisbane Comedy Festival debut.
Date Thu 27 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Time Thu–Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar Time Tue–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm
Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $25–$30 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $30–$35 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by alist.com.au Presented by Century
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language
Steph Craig
Tisdell Quartermaine
BABY NOVELTY
BERYL ACT
Join the rising star of Australian comedy as she examines The savage, slick and hilarious Australian comedian and
baby naming trends, ponders some of life's biggest mysteries, journalist Craig Quartermaine makes his Brisbane Comedy
dissects the human condition and tries to find a baby Beryl. Festival debut. Mocking identity and labels is easy when a family
secret can change everything you think you are, and when being
Date Fri 13–Sun 15 Mar Time Fri–Sat 6.45pm, Sun 5.45pm yourself is the worst career move you could ever make.
Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $20–$30 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar Time Tue–Sat 7.15pm, Sun 6.15pm
Presented by alist.com.au Venue Park Mezzanine, Brisbane Powerhouse
Suitable for ages 15+ Tickets $20–$25 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references Presented by Craig Quartermaine
Suitable for ages 15+ Contains coarse language + adult themes
Greg
James Larsen
Veitch THIS MIGHT
TENTATIVE
NOT BE HELL
A Brisbane debut for James Veitch with a brand new show, full A one-man play about life on the dole. This semi-autobiographical
of pranks, scams and emails. Responsible for the fastest ever story covers the depression, financial struggles and the near-
TED Talk to reach over ten million views, James Veitch delivers constant diarrhoea of living as an unemployed person during the
unashamedly nerdy, creative and cheeky comedy. Howard years. It'll be a laugh riot!!!
Date Sat 21 + Sun 22 Mar Time Sat 4.45pm, Sun 3.45pm Date Fri 06–Sun 08 Mar Time Fri–Sat 8.30pm, Sun 7.30pm
Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Turbine Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $32.50–$36 (f) $28–$29 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $27–$29 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Melbourne International Comedy Festival Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 12+ Suitable for ages 18+ Contains coarse language, drug references,
adult themes, nudity + strong references to self-harm and suicide
39Pax Assadi Cameron James
LADI DADI + Becky Lucas
ASSADI LIKE TO PARTY IS THIS ART?
Pax Assadi, one of New Zealand's national treasures (don’t Becky Lucas and Cameron James are bringing the comedy
ask anyone from NZ, they will just deny it) returns to Australia duo back.
with a brand new hour of comedy for your laughing pleasure.
Embrace it. It’s happening. After years of Facebook videos,
Join Pax as he talks about everything from raising kids, crazy Comedy Central sketches, iconic podcasts and being partly
gigs and wacky wigs (there is no wig based comedy in this show, responsible for Rove’s show getting cancelled, these two toxic
the first two things rhymed so I really felt the pressure to rhyme soulmates are gifting you with an evening of stand up, crowd work,
the third thing as well) riffing, stupid songs and, possibly, even ART. Onstage. Together.
Don’t miss your chance to see one of NZ’s best comics perform Becky did stand up on Conan (US). Cam makes all the sketch
in his prime. comedy on The Feed (SBS). Google our names and see if you like
our vibe. If you're not into it, we totally get it, but you need to relax.
Date Tue 17–Sun 22 Mar Date Fri 13–Sun 15 Mar
Time Tue–Sat 7.15pm, Sun 6.15pm Time Fri + Sat 9.45pm, Sun 8.45pm
Venue Park Mezzanine, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $20–$30 + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $22–$25 + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Junkyard Artists Presented by Century
Suitable for ages 16+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains adult themes
40Charity Zack
Werk Dyer
DRAMA A FEW
QUEEN BEERS DEEP
Charity is kind. Charity is pure. Charity is an absolute All the best yarns are told after you’ve knocked the froth off
Drama Queen. Exploring love, theatre and growing up gay in a couple. It’s that goldilocks zone between being sober (boring)
Australia, Drama Queen is the quintessential coming-of-age and being sloppy drunk (fun but risky). This show was crafted in
story of a man in a wig, and a queen with a dream. and celebrates that beautiful state of being.
Date Tue 10–Sun 15 Mar Time Tue–Sat 8.45pm, Sun 7.45pm Date Fri 28 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Time Fri + Sat 9.45pm, Sun 8.45pm
Venue Park Mezzanine, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $30 (f), $25 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $22 (f), $18 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Hot Mess Productions Presented by Zack Dyer
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 18+
Contains coarse language, adult themes + sexual references Contains coarse language, adult themes, sexual + drug references
Chris Dreamgun
Ryan FILM
I THOUGHT IT READS
WOULD BE NICE
After 46 years on earth, Chris Ryan has enough data to Your favourite movies except an hour long and full of jokes!
confirm that most of us are idiots. Who said we were supposed Dreamgun read a different film script every show, rewritten
to know what we were doing anyway? Can every bad idea be with jokes and performed by unprepared comedians. Two
forgiven if you thought it would be nice? special all-ages shows: The Lion King and Harry Potter and the
Philosopher's Stone.
Date Tue 25 Feb–Sun 01 Mar Time Tue–Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm
Venue Graffiti Room, Brisbane Powerhouse Date Sat 21 + Sun 22 Mar Time Sat 4.45pm, Sun 3.45pm
Tickets $20–$25 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee Venue Rooftop Terrace, Brisbane Powerhouse
Presented by Century Tickets $35 (f), $32 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee
Suitable for ages 15+ Presented by Hey Boss
Contains coarse language + sexual references Suitable for all ages
Nina David
Oyama Woodhead
IS “DOING ME” TAKE
RIGHT NOW CARE
Fresh off her 2019 Best Newcomer nomination at the At 22 years old David Woodhead is a baby to the world, stuck
Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Nina Oyama returns in a 40 year old's body. Like most people his age, he has no
and this time, she is just doing herself. As seen on Utopia, Kinne solutions to any of the problems, but does have funny takes and
Tonight and Tonightly with Tom Ballard. hot riffs. As heard on triple j's Lunch program.
Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar Time Tue–Sat 8.30pm, Sun 7.30pm Date Tue 03–Sun 08 Mar Time Tue–Sat 7pm, Sun 6pm
Venue Graffiti Room, Brisbane Powerhouse Venue Graffiti Room, Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets $24.95–$29.95 (f), $24.95 (c) + $6.90 transaction fee Tickets $25–$29 (f) + $6.90 transaction fee
Presented by Laughing Stock Productions Presented by Token Events
Suitable for ages 15+ Suitable for ages 15+
Contains coarse language Contains coarse language
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