Sydney Comedy Festival Podcast

The Enmore Theatre:Tue 12th May 2015 - 8:15 pmThu 14th May 2015 - 8:15 pmSat 16th May 2015 - 8:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Give Us A SmileJen Carnovale’s been living out of a suitcase for 3 years.10 countries, 12 jobs, 6 illnesses, a bazillion travel calm tablets later she’s unpacked and ready to chat. “Outstanding razor-sharp slices of observational comedy” Funny Women UK“Very funny stuff” HongKong-ELD“Jen was fantastic” Comedy Estonia 2013 See the show you described as ‘we never go and do anything fun anymore... hmm this show looks fun, let’s see it! Yeah, let’s book now, right on! Man, we are great people’ 

The Factory TheatreWed 29th Apr 2015 - 7:30 pmFri 1st May 2015 - 7:30 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: The Weaning Of LifeThe Weaning of Life is an imaginative physical comedy performance that will make you feel all funny inside. Returning from a sold-out and extended season at Sydney Fringe Comedy 2014, this one-man show explores the peculiar things that life has to offer. It‘s full of absurdity, melancholy, anarchy, beauty and naivety. The Weaning of Life is something completely fresh and is sure to turn your night into an otherworldly experience.Luke is a physical comedian, clown and improviser who is known for his quirky humour and rare physicality. He performs in and produces the IA show 'The First Thursday Impro Club', has appeared in the Cranston and was a grand-finalist at Sydney’s Comedy on the Rox 2011.A fusion of physical comedy, clown and improv, it's an extremely unique experience where Luke brings people together for a night of absolute heartwarming, mischievous nonse

The Enmore Theatre:Wed 29th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmFri 1st May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets:www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: BrokenAl Del Bene has been awarded “Comedian of the Year” by the L.A. Comedy Awards. Al Del Bene has toured extensively with Dane Cook. He has supported Jon Lovitz and Tim Allen on countless shows.Al Del Bene just performed in the Concert Hall at the Sydney Opera House with Bill Burr.Al Del Bene will now pick up all those names he just dropped.In this comedy special Al Del Bene weighs the pros and cons of being alive these days… but you know… in a fun way!The Manly Daily called Al a “Genius of Stand-Up”. Whatever.

The Enmore Theatre:Fri 24th Apr 2015 - 8:00 pmSat 25th Apr 2015 - 8:30 pmSun 26th Apr 2015 - 8:30 pmMon 27th Apr 2015 - 8:30 pmTue 28th Apr 2015 - 8:00 pmWed 29th Apr 2015 - 8:00 pmTickets:www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: TangentlemanFollowing 14 sell-out tours, the king of improvisational comedy is back with another mind-blowing Australian tour. Ross Noble will be showcasing his talent in his brand new show, Tangentleman.With an on-stage presence like no other, his exuberance, spontaneity and cerebral style have established him as one of The World’s best-loved comedians. The master surrealist uses an infinite imagination and plenty of tomfoolery, which is sure to have audiences in fits of laughter."The wizard-haired Geordie remains in full possession of his nimble-witted, slacker minded impro skills. One of comedy's greatest marvels" - Domenic Cavendish, Daily Telegraph

The Enmore TheatreTue 28th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThu 30th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmSat 2nd May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets:www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: SupermanchildWilliam Erimya is young at heart... but that's not always a good thing.Join William for his second solo show, Supermanchild –  a raucous mix of sketch, stand up and improvised comedy about the perils of ageing gracefully.William honed his unique take on the sketch/improv format with his debut solo show Channel No. 5 at the Sydney Fringe and Sydney Comedy Festivals. He is also a regular cast member of ITs Improv Soap Opera at the Giant Dwarf Theatre and Full Body Contact No Love Tennis, Sydney's best-loved weekly improv show.

The Enmore Theatre:Wed 29th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThu 30th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmFri 1st May 2015 - 9:30 pmSat 2nd May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets:www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Much Ado About Not HingTriple J radio host and aspiring global tastemaker Michael Hing (Fresh Blood, Stand Up at Bella Union) performs a confessional hour of politically minded stories and jokes about race, identity and dick jokes. Always dick jokes.Michael has appeared on Legally Brown, Can of Worms, The Full Brazillian, and SBS's Insight, and has also been invited to perform at Falls Festival, Secret Garden, Homebake, Harvest and Splendour in the Grass, only a few of which have gone bankrupt in the intervening time."All things a stand-up should be." **** The Advertiser"One of the most impressive storytellers in comedy today" Yawp

The Enmore Theatre:Tue 28th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThu 30th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmSat 2nd May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets:www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Cooking For OneI've done some stupid things for love. This is most of those stories. I also talk about sand. You know, from the beach. It's pretty amazing. Disclaimer; no helpful cooking advice.  Sold out Sydney Fringe 2014, Sydney Comedy Festival 2014.

The Factory TheatreTue 28th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmWed 29th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThu 30th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmFri 1st May 2015 - 9:30 pmSat 2nd May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: SON OF PARENTSA lot of people define themselves through their careers, which is a problem for Daniel because he doesn't have one yet. After sold-out shows at Fringe Comedy 2014, Daniel Muggleton (Mug & Kettle Comedy, Eveleigh Comedy) is bringing his show, 'Son of Parents' to your eyes and ears.'Definitely Worth Hearing' - What's On Comedy'Bravado' - Adelaide Advertiser'That's a funny way to put it' - Dave Chappelle

The Factory Theatre:Wed 22nd Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThu 23rd Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmFri 24th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmSat 25th Apr 2015 - 9:30 pmThe Enmore Theatre:Sun 26th Apr 2015 - 8:30 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: THE CONFIDENT PROFILERAfter 10 years of bartending and 12 years of stand up (some overlap) Jacques has weaponised his ability to sum people up on sight. His policy? Always judge a book by its cover; that's the whole point of a cover... We all have decent intuition when we meet new people but Jacques wants to go deeper. Teaching you how to interpret body language, body art and body odour… Sharpen your ability to identify potentially dangerous stalkers, strangers, and people from Queensland… And soften the edges of your online profiles so prospective employers and life-partners don’t notice your faults until it’s too late. In just 60 minutes Jacques will show you how to transcend the stigma of being “judgmental” and become The Confident Profiler. &ldqu

The Enmore TheatreFri 15th May 2015 - 9:30 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: AN EVENING WITH SAMMY J & RANDYSince the moment of your conception, your entire existence has been leading to this glorious moment. The moment you settle into your seat, switch off all electronic devices, and immerse yourself in the sheer comedic powerhouse that is Sammy J and Randy. An hour of songs, smut and shenanigans from Australia's most popular ARIA-nominated, Barry-award-winning, ham-and-cheese-foccacia-eating comedy duo. Drink it in. Bask in the glory. Guaranteed to change your life. No refunds.‘Perverted purple puppet meets skinny virgin bastard in a must-see, musical perfect match. It’s a comedic marriage made in heaven’ ***** Adelaide Advertiser 2014 ‘Sammy J & Randy’s best show yet – not to be missed’ ****½ The Age 2014 ‘Again, Sammy J and Randy show why they own the musical comedy genre in this country. A guaranteed crowd-puller and

The Enmore TheatreThu 7th May 2015 - 7:00 pmFri 8th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSat 9th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSun 10th May 2015 - 6:00 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: SNACKS!When the world feels too big, sometimes it is easier to deal with it in bite sized pieces.Multi-award winning comedian Justin Hamilton brings his intelligent and hilarious story-based stand-up back to the Sydney Comedy Festival.A stand-up, writer, director and regular guest on TV and radio Justin has also made a name for himself in the digital landscape, with not one but two highly successful podcasts, featuring interviews with Simon Pegg, Marc Maron, Dave Anthony and Steve Carrell to name a few.A unique voice within the Australian Comedy scene, Justin is an innovative artist who is unafraid to take risks. Described by The Monthly as having “a razor-sharp intellect and fearless questing heart”, don’t miss this wonderful storyteller as he constructs some of the most memorable tales of the Festival.

The Enmore TheatreThu 14th May 2015 - 7:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: THE HURRICANELock the doors, batten down the hatches, for gods sake please take down that annoying wind chime...a storm is brewing...Winning critical acclaim, celebrity fans and 5 star reviews around the world while leaving a trail of comedic annihilation in his wake, Joel Creasey returns to Australia with a new show.Join Australia's hottest comedian for a night of laughs delivered in signature Creasey style - tight jeans, big hair and a truckload of wicked stories.Strap in, bitches...a hurricane is coming...5 stars Time Out New York"A Revelation" The Age"A master raconteur" Advocate, New York“He’s a f**king star! I love him!” Joan Rivers5 starsHerald Sun

The Enmore TheatreThu 7th May 2015 - 7:45 pmFri 8th May 2015 - 7:45 pmSat 9th May 2015 - 8:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: #FGTAdam Richard is tired of cyber bullying. Please attend his show so he can do it to you in person."pop culture boffinry and lewd humour." The Age (Melbourne)"nothing is safe from his dry wit and hilariously snarky jabs." samesame.com.au (Sydney)"the wrong kind of transgressive" Herald-Sun (Melbourne)

The Enmore Theatre:Wed 22nd Apr 2015 - 8:15 pmThu 23rd Apr 2015 - 8:15 pmFri 24th Apr 2015 - 8:15 pmSat 25th Apr 2015 - 8:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Crash and BurnDaniel Townes returns with a laid-back and hilariously honest take on some big questions about morality, hypocrisy, and the unwelcome realities of life.If you’re alive and think things are slightly f*cked, this is for youIf you prefer to talk about things that are actually happening instead of making pleasant small talk, this is for you.If you're looking for jokes about Facebook...this is probably not for you. "Dazzlingly Funny"  Herald Sun"It takes real talent to summarize all our shortcomings as a society and still entertain an audience. Luckily, Daniel Townes is a very talented comedian." The Music**** "Top-mark laughs, clever call backs and acerbic social commentary." Herald Sun"Disarmingly frank and laugh-out-loud funny, this is a show I would recommend highly." Squirrel Comedy“More jokes per minute tha

The Factory Theatre:Tue 5th May 2015 - 7:00 pmWed 6th May 2015 - 7:00 pmThu 7th May 2015 - 7:00 pmFri 8th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSat 9th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSun 10th May 2015 - 6:00 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Character AssassinNOMINEE Best Newcomer, 2014 Edinburgh FringeWINNER Best Newcomer, 2013 Sydney Comedy FestivalNOMINEE Best Newcomer 2013 Melbourne International Comedy FestivalNo one does one-man sketch comedy like Steen Raskopoulos. He sold out in Melbourne, Sydney, Edinburgh and London last year. Book now or you’ll be kicking yourself for years to come.“ambitious and hilarious” **** The Age“like witnessing a talent explosion that is really going somewhere” ****The Times (UK)“brilliantly silly…a joyous hour of ludicrous messing about” **** Time Out (UK)

The Enmore TheatreThu 14th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSat 16th May 2015 - 7:00 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Stuart Dailman Is An Absolute CreditA man called Stuart. Stuart Daulman. Stu. An Absolute Credit.Ever heard of him?He's a god damn stand-up guy.He likes jazz. Jazz music...he's a jazz man!But who is Hannah?‘… a wonderful line between cliché and absurd … Daulman’s stand-up is impeccable.’ Squirrel Comedy‘refreshingly subtle and sophisticated’ Herald Sun

The Factory TheatreTue 5th May 2015 - 8:15 pmWed 6th May 2015 - 8:15 pmThu 7th May 2015 - 8:15 pmFri 8th May 2015 - 8:15 pmSat 9th May 2015 - 8:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Molotovs On Old StreetEnter the world of Tien Tran, where absurd social comedy and wry storytelling collide. Tien was nominated for the 2014 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer Award and was one of five comedians chosen for the prestigious Comedy Zone in 2013.  Definitely one to watch.“there's an endearing quality to his honest, absurd storytelling. It's part confessional, part social commentary and outlandishly funny” – The West Australian ‘..also great was Tien Tran from Western Australia, who occasionally veered into very wrong territory, which is always a risk for a big crowd like this but it paid off’ - The Sydney Morning Herald

The Factory Theatre:Wed 6th May 2015 - 7:00 pmFri 8th May 2015 - 7:00 pmSun 10th May 2015 - 7:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Cutie Pie"Tommy Dassalo is a very funny guy. He did not pay me to say that." - Bob Saget. Host of The Little Dum Dum Club podcast. Seen on Dirty Laundry Live. Edited out of It's A Date. Fresh from opening for Bob Saget and performing at the Splendour In The Grass and Falls Festivals, Australia's premier balding, baby-faced comedian returns to Sydney with all new jokes, stories and drawings.Tommy Dassalo descends from a family of treasure-seekers who've all hunted for the same thing: a war chest hidden by the Founding Fathers after the Revolutionary War. Tommy's close to discovering it's whereabouts, as is his competition, but the FBI is also hip to the hunt, in the action blockbuster national treasure sensual new hour of comedy 'Cutie Pie'!

The Factory TheatreWed 22nd Apr 2015 - 8:45 pmThu 23rd Apr 2015 - 8:45 pmFri 24th Apr 2015 - 8:45 pmSat 25th Apr 2015 - 8:45 pmThe Comedy StoreSun 26th Apr 2015 - 7:45 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: SYLLABLES, FAT & CELIBACY Three things Wil can’t live without; his thesaurus, wheatgrass and lotion.Words fascinate Wil. His daily struggle for the “right” word often ends badly. In his brand new show Syllables, Fat & Celibacy Wil discusses this, as well as his past as an overweight man. These days he has cleaned up his act (hence the wheatgrass) and enjoys showing off his newfound six-pack almost as much as his thesaurus. Except in the bedroom, because Wil is currently celibate; waiting for the right one to come along and take him out of his celibacy hell.“Flawless delivery” SBS News"Sylvince is a fireball." Paste Magazine"Comedy star on the rise." Time Out New York"Top notch, energetic performance." Keeping Up With NZ

The Factory TheatreThu 23rd Apr 2015 - 7:15 pmTickets: www.sydneycomedyfest.com.auShow Info: Get Into itSemi Finalist 2014 NBC'S Last Comic StandingWinner Best Female Stand-Up 2014 Canadian Comedy AwardsNon-Winner Barry Award 2011 Melbourne Comedy FestivalHilarious & Unique Stand-Up (Self-Awarded) 2015A show that digs deep, then deeper. You'll like it, if you like super fun and great things that make you laugh and also feel less alone in the knowledge that everything is meaningless and we're all gonna die. Let's hug.