Stand Up & Comedy

See who is making our giggle from the world of comedy! Below you'll find reviews from stand up comedians and independent comedy shows that have given us the joy of laughter. If you enjoy a review, leave a testimonial for our writers, or donate a $5 coffee to help support independent writers.

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The sheer bravery that goes into making people laugh for an hour or more takes guts. It's safe to say, Australian comedians have that in spades. Read which comedians are bringing tears to our eyes now.

Jenny Tian: Chinese Australian: A Tale Of Internet Fame - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 13
3 min

Jenny Tian: Chinese Australian: A Tale Of Internet Fame - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

A Tale of Internet Fame is the underdog story that will consolidate Jenny Tian on the comedy stage

Raise the Bra - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Matthaios Hortomaris

Mar 31
3 min

Raise the Bra - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

This female led show will make people from all walks of life chuckle this MICF season.

Annie Louey: GOLD - Bondi Festival (NSW)

Juliana Payne

Jul 9, 2023
2 min

Annie Louey: GOLD - Bondi Festival (NSW)

Annie Louey's "Gold" is, well...Golden!

Brodie Snook: Villain - Sydney Comedy Festival (NSW)

Juliana Payne

May 11, 2023
2 min

Brodie Snook: Villain - Sydney Comedy Festival (NSW)

A very, very dark and often hilarious TED talk that any fan of stand-up should see. 3 STARS

Justin Clarke

Apr 19, 2023
2 min

Ed Gamble: Electric - MICF 2023 (VIC)

A comedian of contrasts, Ed Gamble proves himself capable of being a "big boy" bringing big laughs.

Jenny Tian: Picture This MICF 2023 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 14, 2023
3 min

Jenny Tian: Picture This MICF 2023 (VIC)

Proving herself to be more than just a social media comedian, Jenny Tian establishes herself in the comedy circuit with ease.

No Pay? No Way! - Sydney Theatre Company (NSW)

Justin Clarke

Apr 18
5 min

No Pay? No Way! - Sydney Theatre Company (NSW)

A play of epically comedic proportions that delivers a helping of social commentary that reflects the farce of the cost of living crisis.

Dean Robinson: #Swifttok - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Hope Challis

Apr 16
3 min

Dean Robinson: #Swifttok - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

A celebration for all Swifties and non-Swifties, #Swifttok will either consolidate your distaste for the Swiftie fandom, or convert you.

Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: Macbeth - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 15
3 min

Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: Macbeth - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

The crowd favourite inebriated Shakespearean romp returns with a chaotic version of Macbeth that feels more scripted than drunkenly loose

Paul Williams: Mamiya 7 - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 15
2 min

Paul Williams: Mamiya 7 - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

A tale of love through the photo lens and unhealthy obsessions with silhouettes, Paul Williams is here to give you a real Kinder Surprise.

Rachel Tunaley: Motion Sickness - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 14
3 min

Rachel Tunaley: Motion Sickness - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

A hot girl summer gone wrong, this young performer presents an Yve Blake inspired melody of pop girl ballads and rap for a Eurotrip.

Nina Conti: Your Face or Mine? - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Justin Clarke

Apr 13
3 min

Nina Conti: Your Face or Mine? - Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 (VIC)

Mad-cap voice juggling meets ventriloquist innuendo that will have you howling with laughter, whether your mouth is moving or not.

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