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Greenlight Comedy [An Open Mic Night]
Join the crew at Good Chat Comedy Club for Greenlight Comedy! A monthly open mic concept show from Henry Sheerman! Greenlight Comedy is the open mic where you, the audience, call the shots. From Brisbane's best comics trying out fresh material to brand-new acts bringing their strongest jokes, this is your chance to reward the laughs in real time. It's simple: if you want a comedian to keep going, hit the green light on your table. The more green lights they earn, the more bonus stage time they get. No lights? No pressure. Comedy democracy at its finest. Join us at Good Chat Comedy on the last Tuesday of every month for the only show where the audience decides who gets more time on stage. Think you're funny? Sign-ups open before the show, so throw your name in the hat and see if the crowd gives you the green light.
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DRACULA
By Bram Stoker, adapted by Shake & Stir. After a decade in the shadows, Shake & Stir Theatre Co's critically acclaimed, sold-out production of DRACULA rises again and returns to QPAC.
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Friendlyjordies: The End of the World @ The Sit Down Comedy Club (Encore Performance)
At long last, I’m unveiling my meticulously researched, scientifically flawless, and definitely-not-panic-induced prediction for how the world will end. If you disagree, congratulations – you’re part of the problem. Enjoy your echo chamber while the rest of us prepare for the grand finale.
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Wednesday 28 Oct8
Queer Powerpoint
Queer Powerpoint MELT FESTIVAL 28 Oct BOOK ABOUT THE SHOW Melt favourite Queer PowerPoint is back and in a brand new venue. This cult hit experimental performance series sees queer cuties delve into an idea, current obsession, hot take or ongoing fascination using that most staid
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Pony Club
Pony Club is commissioned and developed through Observatory Theatre’s Telescope New Writing Program. This project is supported by the Melt Giving Circle.
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The Buttery Queer Open Mic
A recurring, intimate performance space dedicated to queer voices, spanning spoken word, music, and comedy.
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Shane Todd (IRELAND) Hold Me Back
Armed with his signature wit, razor-sharp storytelling, and a complete inability to take himself seriously, Shane Todd is back with his brand new stand up show. Shane Todd hosts the massively popular Tea With Me podcast and performs in some of the world's most famous comedy clubs.
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Weekly Wednesday Open Mic Comedy
A low-pressure, recurring comedy night that encourages both seasoned performers and first-timers to test new material.
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Wednesday Night Comedy
Join us every Wednesday night at Good Chat Comedy Club for our flagship schoolnight comedy showcase, featuring the best comedic talent from Brisbane and bey.
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Shane Todd - Hold Me Back
Doors: 6:30pm Start: 7:30pm TIMES ARE APPROX. AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE Curfew Time: Midnight - 7 days. All patrons must hold a valid ticket for entry.
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Electric Blanc de Blanc Encore
Blanc de Blanc Encore invites you into a five-star, champagne-soaked extravaganza of world-class circus, acrobatics, cheeky humour, and vintage glamour — all within Brisbane's award-winning new venue, The West End Electric. Arrive early to soak up the velvet-draped opulence that nods to the allure of London's West End Theatre District, complete with hand-crafted cocktails, mouth-watering bar bites and, of course, Champagne. This performance includes strobe lighting, haze, feathers, adult content, strong language, nudity and alcohol references. Please take precautions if you have asthma or allergies. Recognised in Urban List's U:L100 2026 awards, the West End Electric gives a tip of the hat to London’s famous theatre district in the heart of Brisbane’s West End. Prepare to watch the sparks fly. Address 125 Boundary Street, West End, 4101 Parking There is no on-site parking at The West End Electric. We recommend using public transport or ride-share services for your journey. Accessibility The West End Electric can cater to a number of access requirements. The main theatre seating area has level access from Wilson Street. The main bar and accessible bathroom are on the "platform" level, reached via a wheelchair lift or a flight of 4 steps. The second-floor balcony bar and its bathroom are only reachable by stairs. Guests with accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact [email protected] ahead of their visit.
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Thursday 29 Oct8
New Classics: Trans Scratch Night
Melting Pot is a welcoming space that celebrates LGBTQIA+ creativity - bringing together emerging and established Queer artists through art, fashion, sound and more!
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Greg Davies
Greg Davies is a British comedian, actor, and television presenter, best known as the host of Taskmaster and for playing Mr Gilbert in The Inbetweeners.
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Open Mic Night
Come and see Brisbane’s newest and brightest comedians before they become famous. You never know who might just pop in!
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Damien Power | From Nothing
Join the crew at Good Chat Comedy Club for one of Australia's best comedians developing a stand-up show from nothing – live on stage. A three-time nominee for Most Outstanding Show of the Melbourne Comedy Festival, Damien Power is the most exhilarating voice on the Australian comedy circuit, racking up numerous awards, nominations and rave reviews, and selling out rooms across the country. Now, join Damien as he works out his new stand-up comedy show from its nascent beginnings in front of a live audience. Don't miss out on a peek behind the curtain into the writing process of one of Australia's critically-acclaimed comedy minds!
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Big Fork Queer Comedy Hour (MELT 2026)
MELT FESTIVAL 2026 Brisbane's only dedicated improv comedy theatre is bringing their side-splitting show to MELT! Featuring top LGBTQI+ improvisors, every hilarious moment is made up on the spot. Prepare for a night full of spontaneous laughter and unforgettable fun with some of Brisbane's best talent. Don’t miss out on this unique, vibrant, and utterly entertaining experience. Come and laugh the night away with the best of Brisbane's improv comedy scene!
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Vanguard Theatre Festival
A series of experimental and new works from UQ’s creative arts students, focusing on innovative performance and theatre design.
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Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour
Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles, Morgan has made appearances on MTV’s Wild’n’Ou t, NBC, and Comedy Central and was a 2023 Just For Laughs New Face. First generation American - he takes his musical influences from his Brazilian and Italian background and 90s upbringing. He got his start in New York where he attended the Tisch School of the Arts while at the same time doing stand up in the backrooms and bars of the alternative New York comedy scene.
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The Accidental Lawyer
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Friday 30 Oct9
Not on Your Rider - Halloween Edition!
Gather your team and join host and writer Aimon Clark (The Creases/Isolation Trivia) alongside bandleader and music genius Simi Lacroix to cheer on our panel of special guests captained by Patience Hodgson (The Grates) and Jeremy Neale (Velociraptor) while we play games, have some laughs and hear stories and secrets from across the entertainment industry that are too juicy for broadcast. There is no other show like it - you can get involved in the competition by playing along at your table or just sit back and enjoy the silly buggers. Keep an eye out for when we announce our star-studded panel - past guests have included Robert Irwin, Kate Miller-Heidke, Adam Hills, Myf Warhurst, Wil Anderson, Ben Lee, Trent Dalton, Steven Bradbury, Ranger Stacey, Mel Buttle, Agro and members of The Wiggles, Powderfinger, Ball Park Music, The Jungle Giants, The Go-Betweens, Dune Rats, The Chats, Ruby Fields and Washington. Covering all decades and genres - rally your team together for a night of surprises, fun and probably the time of your life. “Had an absolute ball at Not On Your Rider. The best live onstage music quiz show I’ve been involved with for years. The man behind the quiz, Aimon Clark - honestly he held it all together like a spider spinning a delicately balanced but also clever and funny web.” – Adam Hills, host of Spicks and Specks “Incredible! Glorious! Brilliant! The best night out in Brisbane.” – Trent Dalton, Author of Boy Swallows Universe NOTE - You do not have to be good at trivia to enjoy these nights - In fact it’s probably better that way.
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No Seasons
No Seasons is a bold new experimental work by disabled transgender artist Oliver Ayres. After having 22 eggs frozen as a teenager before his transition, the artist – alongside his family and partner – tackles the thorny questions that arise ten years on, as he enters his thirties and begins to question the pathways to fatherhood. An audio-visual spectacle, each audience member can choose the story they would like to listen to from three headphone options: ‘I am a parent’, ‘I am not, but I might be’, and ‘I am not and I never will be’. Tactile tours: all performances of No Seasons will hold a tactile tour 45 minutes before performance start time. The tactile tour will be held inside the performance venue and will be hosted by Oliver. During this time he will describe the visual elements of the show and the structure of the performance as well as inviting audience members to touch the set and props. This time may also be used by audience members who wish to have more time in the space to situate themselves. Any ticket holder is welcome to attend the tactile tour without prior booking. Part of Melt Festival.
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Big Fork Queer Comedy Hour (MELT 2026)
MELT FESTIVAL 2026 Brisbane's only dedicated improv comedy theatre is bringing their side-splitting show to MELT! Featuring top LGBTQI+ improvisors, every hilarious moment is made up on the spot. Prepare for a night full of spontaneous laughter and unforgettable fun with some of Brisbane's best talent. Don’t miss out on this unique, vibrant, and utterly entertaining experience. Come and laugh the night away with the best of Brisbane's improv comedy scene!
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The Big Spork Spooky Halloween Spectacular
Brisbane's best improv comedy! “BOO!” Did I scare you? If so, you might enjoy this spooky impro show, where Brisbane’s most hysterical maniacs will take the stage to shock and amuse you with a Halloween flavoured show. Gasp - As they perform without a script Shudder - At the stories told around the campfire Scream - At “It Came from Somewhere Else” - the completely improvised horror B-Movie
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Vanguard Burlesque
An immersive performance experience blending artistic theatre and traditional cabaret, favoring experimental and high-atmosphere staging.
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Friday Night Comedy w/ Phil Duckett & Friends!
Kick off your weekend with an evening of comedy at Brisbane's cult favourite comedy destination, Good Chat Comedy Club! Spend your Friday night the right way, with an evening of laughs at Good Chat Comedy Club on Caxton St! Located inside a gorgeous, heritage-listed, purpose-built comedy club, hidden below Caxton St Brewing Co., come see why Good Chat has earned its cult status in the Brisbane comedy scene. We've got a special treat for you good folk of Brisbane tonight, with Carolinas raised, New York City based, Phil Duckett making his Good Chat Comedy headline debut! A cracking MC and bunch of a ripping supports to boot.
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Comedy Allsorts
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Good Chat Comedy’s Friday Late & Loud w/ Becky Lucas & Stu Daulman!
Kick on with the crew at Good Chat Comedy for Friday Late & Loud! Brisbane's newest and rowdiest late night comedy showcase! It's Friday night, the weekend is finally here, and we've got a stacked late night show set to tear the roof off Brisbane's favourite comedy destination. Late & Loud is Good Chat Comedy's newest stand-up show format, an hour of power, featuring short and sharp sets from some of our favourite acts from Brisbane and beyond. It's a bit looser, a bit rowdier, and a bit boozier – without reinventing the wheel. Stand-up comedy, live, late, and loud on Caxton Street. How good. Featuring Becky Lucas, Stu Daulman, Suraj Kolarkar & more!
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Arabian Nights - Dance Direction QLD
Dance Direction QLD presents Arabian Nights
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Saturday 31 Oct11
20th Annual 4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival
The is coming to Roma Street Parkland Amphitheatre from October 31 to November 1, 2026. If you think Shakespeare is only for stuffy indoor theatres, this festival might change your mind, with two fully staged professional performances of Henry IV Parts 1 and 2. There are also some Shakespeare themed events kicking off earlier for those who want to warm up their Elizabethan vocabulary.
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Scene Roulette
Facilitated by Imperfect Creatives and held in our Metro Arts Laneway and bar, Scene Roulette is a FREE weekly community event for actors to trade the pressure of prep for the joy of play. Participants spin for a script, workshop a scene, film it with a professional set up, and receive the tapes. All in one night! It's a space for the whole community to step in front of the camera or just grab a drink, meet other artists and watch creatives work in real time.
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Becky Lucas (& Some Mates) Try Some New Jokes!
Join the crew at Good Chat Comedy for a work in progress hour from one of Australia’s finest comics, star of stage and screen, Becky Lucas! After a couple of years away from comedy doing the whole having-a-baby thing, Becky Lucas is back in the Sunshine State and bringing a new work in progress hour to Good Chat Comedy. One of Australia’s best, Becky has worked everywhere and with everyone. Opening for the likes of Nick Kroll, Jim Norton, Nikki Glasser and Daniel Tosh, performing at The Comedy Cellar in New York and The Sydney Opera House, and appearing all over the telly. Now she’s got some new jokes to try out, and she’s roping in a couple of mates (Emma Holland and Jack Knight) to do the same. Come see some very funny people figure it out in real time.
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Trans Theatre Festival Showcase
A curated showcase highlighting works from the local trans theatre community, focusing on narrative exploration and creative expression.
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4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival
Celebrating its 20th year, the 4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival brings the Bard to Brisbane with theatre, talks, dance, swordplay, and more fun for the whole family! Experience Shakespeare's thrilling tale of battles, rebellion and royal adventure with a professional production of Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2 combined) in the amphitheatre at 5.30pm. Follow the mischievous Prince Hal as he leaves behind a carefree life to face fierce rivals and fight for England's crown. Directed by Tama Matheson, this open air production features a stellar cast of Brisbane Shakespearean actors. Come early for pre-play entertainment including an interactive activity for children, an Elizabethan dance workshop, swordplay demonstration, and a Shakespearean language talk. Pack a picnic or purchase delicious food and drinks from our food trucks. 4MBS is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
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Big Fork Queer Comedy Hour (MELT 2026)
MELT FESTIVAL 2026 Brisbane's only dedicated improv comedy theatre is bringing their side-splitting show to MELT! Featuring top LGBTQI+ improvisors, every hilarious moment is made up on the spot. Prepare for a night full of spontaneous laughter and unforgettable fun with some of Brisbane's best talent. Don’t miss out on this unique, vibrant, and utterly entertaining experience. Come and laugh the night away with the best of Brisbane's improv comedy scene!
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The Medium by Menotti
Madame Flora is a fraud. Preying on the desperate grief of those who wish to hear from beyond the grave, she holds fake seances and profits from these shows of illusion. It's a family affair, involving her daughter.
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The Gong Show | HALLOWEEN SPECIAL (w/ Dusty Rich)
Join the crew at Good Chat Comedy Club for a night of stand-up at its most brutal, with 10+ comedians putting their dignity on the line! Strap in for a special SPOOKY edition of Brisbane’s cult favourite late night show! Audience dress-ups encouraged. The Gong Show is an outrageous and unpredictable competition that forces comedians to put their dignity on the line as they go up against the ‘Gong Master’ in a night of stand-up unlike any other. Each contestant will have three minutes to perform their best material. Any performer who fails to impress the majority of the audience will be gonged off the stage. 10+ performers brave the stage, ranging from nervous first-timers to confident industry professionals. It’s a fast-paced and wild ride; with $200 going to the best on ground. PLUS – because it’s Halloween, we’re throwing in an extra $100 to the act with the best costume, and giving out spot prizes (AKA jugs of beer) to audience members with killer costumes! Think you have what it takes? Send an email to register your spot.
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Cocky Horror: A Drag King Cabaret Floorshow (Melt Festival 2026)
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Saturday Night Standup w/ Becky Lucas & Friends!
Spend your Saturday night the right way, with an evening of laughs at Good Chat Comedy Club on Caxton St! Located inside a gorgeous, heritage-listed, purpose-built comedy club, hidden below Caxton St Brewing Co., come see why Good Chat has earned its cult status in the Brisbane comedy scene. Absolutely MASSIVE one at the club tonight! The incredible Becky Lucas on headline duties, Stu Daulman as MC and a bunch of amazing supports including NYC's Phil Duckett and the UK's Gordon Southern. Pretty bloody good if you ask us.
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Drag Queen Musical Story Hour (Adults Only)
MELT FESTIVAL 2026 True stories. Big wigs. Even bigger key changes. Each show, a legendary drag queen takes centre stage to spill the tea, sharing real and unfiltered stories from their life. The kind of tales too chaotic for brunch. Too honest for Instagram. Too iconic to stay quiet. Then a hand-picked team of comedians transforms those confessions into completely improvised musical numbers. Power ballads about messy bottoms. Gospel anthems about chemical enlightenment. Big finishes about… big finishes. Nothing is scripted. Everything is sung.
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Sunday 1 Nov6
4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival
Celebrating its 20th year, the 4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival brings the Bard to Brisbane with theatre, talks, dance, swordplay, and more fun for the whole family! Experience Shakespeare's thrilling tale of battles, rebellion and royal adventure with a professional production of Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2 combined) in the amphitheatre at 5.30pm. Follow the mischievous Prince Hal as he leaves behind a carefree life to face fierce rivals and fight for England's crown. Directed by Tama Matheson, this open air production features a stellar cast of Brisbane Shakespearean actors. Come early for pre-play entertainment including an interactive activity for children, an Elizabethan dance workshop, swordplay demonstration, and a Shakespearean language talk. Pack a picnic or purchase delicious food and drinks from our food trucks. 4MBS is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
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Shakespeare in the Park: Henry IV
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK featuring HENRY IV (Parts 1 & 2 combined). Travel back to the world of the Bard with a professional production of his historic play 'Henry IV' (Parts 1 & 2 combined) in beautiful Roma Street Parkland! Come early for pre-play entertainment, including swordplay, dancing, and more. 3.30pm KIDS CLASSIC SHAKESPEARE with Maxine Mellor & Nadine Kelly: an interactive, child-friendly version of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' - spooky witches and all! (Recommended age: 3-12 years). 4pm SHAKESPEAREAN DANCE WORKSHOP AND DEMONSTRATION with Australian Historical Dance, accompanied by live Renaissance music by Phillip's Dog Ensemble. No experience needed. (Suitable for all ages). 4.35pm SWORDPLAY DEMONSTRATION with Prima Spada School of Fence. 5.10pm SHAKESPEAREAN LANGUAGE TALK with Roly Sussex, Emeritus Professor of Applied Language Studies at UQ. 5.30pm HENRY IV (Parts 1 & 2 combined): Experience Shakespeare's thrilling tale of battles, rebellion and royal adventure. Follow the mischievous Prince Hal as he leaves behind a carefree life to face fierce rivals and fight for England's crown. Directed by Tama Matheson. (2 hrs with interval). TICKETS: $22 Adults, $17 4MBS Subscribers & Concessions, $12 Full-time students (18 & over), FREE for Children (under 18) & Companion Card holders. The Roma Street Parkland Amphitheatre features grass-covered seats but bring a rug or pillow for extra comfort. Pack a picnic or purchase tasty food/drinks from our food trucks.
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Henry IV: 4MBS Brisbane Shakespeare Festival
An open-air performance of Shakespeare's classic history play within the context of a community festival.
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Big Mic (stand-up comedy)
Brisbane's best open mic comedy! Featuring the best and brightest up and coming comedians from Brisbane and beyond, plus you never know who might drop in. Cold drinks and a relaxed vibe - you'll be howling with laughter. Tickets are only $10 online | $15 on the door.
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Christmas 2026
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Hey Felicia! Christmas Drag Spectacular
Ho Ho Ho, Brisbane! Are you ready to sleigh this holiday season? Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, everyone’s welcome at Hey Felicia! Christmas Drag Spectacular where Christmas gets a fabulous drag makeover!
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Tuesday 3 Nov1
Echoes From The Cave Inn
Echoes from the Cave Inn is a monthly poetry open mic event hosted by Drew Thompson (They/Them) and Cole (Key) Forth (Any pronouns) at The Cave Inn, Woolloongabba. It is held downstairs in the bar from 6pm. LOCATION DETAILS. The Cave Inn is a local bar in the Gabba that serves craft beer and handmade pizzas. The bar floor is accessible with any mobility aids as well as being dog friendly, however the bathrooms are upstairs and not accessible to some mobility aids. POETRY. Echoes from The Cave Inn 6pm (Length depends on engagement). To those interested in performing, please email us, DM us on Instagram or approach hosts on the night. Some poetry readings may contain mentions and depictions of explicit or upsetting topics. There will be Content Warnings prior to these pieces and we ask that you use your own judgment and leave the space if necessary. As well as poetry readings from various artists, we hold a 5 minute ‘speed poetry’ game for those interested. This is a SAFE SPACE for everyone. Please ask and respect pronouns and identities. Please go to your hosts Drew or Cole with any questions or concerns.
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Wednesday 4 Nov3
Keep Sleeping, Beauty
Psycho-siren Leah Shelton creates stylized, guttural, renegade feminist performance art soaked in cult references and dark humour. Her work has taken her from the glamour of Las Vegas to the back streets of Kings Cross, from rigorous training in Japan to live art festivals in New York. With Lisa Fa’alafi, Leah is Co-Director of intersectional theatre disrupters Polytoxic, creating protest party works underpinned by diversity and collaboration. Leah’s triptych of solo works interrogating gender and identity have received critical acclaim. Highlights include touring France (TERROR AUSTRALIS), SOHO Theatre UK (ON HEAT), and winning the prestigious Scotsman Fringe First Award with BATSHIT, Directed by UK icon Ursula Martinez. “Simply magnificent … don’t think I’ve ever seen an audience so totally gobsmacked.” (Seesaw Magazine) Photo by Claudio Raschella. Ursula Martinez is a London based theatre maker, performer and director. After 20 years creating her own work, and performing in prestigious venues and Festivals around the world including Barbican (London) Sydney Opera House, and La Fondacion Cartier (Paris), Martinez naturally fell into directing. She has directed several internationally acclaimed productions including Lucy McCormick’s smash-hit shows Triple Threat and Post Popular, and Laura Murphy’s multi Award-winning A Spectacle of Herself. She recently co-directed Casting Lear with Spanish artist Andrea Jimenez. The production won Spain’s highest theatre Award; a Premio Max, for Best Show. Martinez also has an Olivier Award (2004) for C’est Barbican, a co-creation with London’s pioneering performance collective Duckie, and is an original cast member of the Olivier Award-winning La Clique. This is her second collaboration with Leah Shelton. Photo by Daniel Hambury. Kenneth Lyons is an award winning artist with a creative practice spanning over 40 years. Kenneth has worked professionally in jewellery, video, graphic, costume, set and sound design with work featured in festivals and exhibitions nationally and internationally. A former Creative Industries academic for 20 years, he was also co-producer/presenter of the arts program, Curved Radio for Sydney’s 2SER and EastSide Radio FM for 10 years. His most recent collaborations with Leah Shelton have been on her solo works, Terror Australis, On Heat and BATSHIT. Kenneth continues to explore the creation of imaginary soundtracks and contributes to a number of global sound collectives. Photo courtesy of the artist. Freddy Komp works in theatre and event production and loves delving into multi-disciplinary forays across AV, Set, and Lighting Design (nominated for 2 Groundling Awards and recipient of 2 Matilda Awards) and in AV Visual Arts Installations (including Living Rocks: A Fragment of the Universe at Venice Biennale 2019 and ZKM Karlsruhe’s The Beauty of Early Life 2022), and in stage/production management. He loves a good challenge that demands a variety of skills as well as creative problem solving, and led the production teams at Adelaide Film Festival (2015-2018) and Hybrid World Adelaide(2017+2018) before returning to Queensland (as technical manager for Brisbane Festival 19’s Arcadia, and technical director for Little Red Company’s first Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2021). Photo courtesy of the artist. Acknowledgements This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. Developed with the assistance of Metro Arts & Vulcana. Keep Sleeping, Beauty is presented as a part of Melt Festival. Image Credit: Joel Devereux.
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Wednesday Night Comedy
Join us every Wednesday night at Good Chat Comedy Club for our flagship schoolnight comedy showcase, featuring the best comedic talent from Brisbane and beyond! With a different host every week, alongside a line-up of regular interstate acts, local favourites, and surprise guests dropping in, you never know who might take the stage on a Wednesday! Perfect for a unique date night out, getting the crew together for a few beers, gathering up whichever work colleagues you tolerate the most, or simply flying solo, it’s the ideal low-key schoolnight activity!
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Jenny & Joel Creasey Live
Approximate Running Times: Doors - 7:30pm, Start - 8:30pm, Finish - TBC. This show is recommended for ages 15+.
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Thursday 5 Nov4
Cage Match: Improv Comedy Showdown
Brisbane's best improv comedy! Every Thursday, the best indie improv teams face off against each other in the ultimate comedy showdown - Cage Match! Each week, the reigning Cage Match champions are challenged by a new team. Both teams get 15 minutes to wow the audience, who pick the winner. This is high octane laugh out loud improv comedy. Opening the show this week is The Mixer - several short comedy scenes featuring our most experienced and newest improvisers. Featuring Brisbane's best improv comedians. Tickets are only $10 online | $15 on the door.
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HansonCreative presents Nerdy Prudes Must Die
Simulated violence, mild adult language, sexual situations, bullying, teen-death, gunshot sounds, fake blood and gore. Suitable for ages 13+. Nerdy Prudes Must Die is a teen-slasher comedy about a group of geeks and their ghostly tormentor. From the creators of ‘The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals’. When the biggest losers at Hatchetfield High unwittingly complete an ancient, evil ritual, they unleash an all-powerful, angry spirit with a grudge against nerds. That's when Stephanie Lauter, Grace Chasity, and a cast of social rejects must fight to save themselves and nerdy prudes everywhere. But can any of them survive the fury of a bully from beyond the grave? Adam Goodall, Holly Komorowski, Angelina Marchant, Torin Cook, Alicia Lorie, Benjamin Bistrow, Darcy Jackson, Emma Hanson, Nathan Chan, Jaime Rosales. Director Tayla Simpson, Producer Emma Hanson, Stage Manager Lucy Wilding, Music Director Patrick Bischoff and Choreographer Sav Stern.
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Des Bishop (USA)
After nearly 7 long years, renowned comedian Des Bishop will return to showcase his comedic talents to Australian fans this November. With a career spanning more than 20 years and six hit stand-up specials including Made in China, One Day You’ll Understand, and his latest Of All People, Bishop’s show is a must-see for fans of provocative comedy. Des has appeared on many live stand-up shows including Edinburgh Comedy Festival Live, Live at the Comedy Store and Australia’s Spicks and Specks. He was also the star of HBO’s A Comic’s Climb, his Aspen Comedy Festival debut in 2005. He has also embraced the podcast world, sharing hosting duties on Berner Phone with his wife Hannah Berner and helming a weekly comedy podcast with comedian John Bishop called the Bishop Exchange.
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Des Bishop - Australia Tour
Des Bishop is an Irish-American stand-up comedian and television presenter.
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Friday 6 Nov4
Friday Night Comedy w/ Steph Broadbridge & Friends!
Kick off your weekend with an evening of comedy at Brisbane’s cult favourite comedy destination, Good Chat Comedy Club! Spend your Friday night the right way, with an evening of laughs at Good Chat Comedy Club on Caxton St! Located inside a gorgeous, heritage-listed, purpose-built comedy club, hidden below Caxton St Brewing Co., come see why Good Chat has earned its cult status in the Brisbane comedy scene. We’ve got a nice lil treat in store for you all tonight, with the amazing Steph Broadbridge making her Good Chat headline debut! Joined by Emma Zammit on MC duties and a stacked lineup of supports, including Harry Piaggio, Chris Martin and John Peacock, you won’t want to miss this one. Get in x
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She As She Is – Stand-up Comedy
She As She Is returns for its 2026 final season. Featuring Xiopa and a lineup of comedians, this nearly 90-minute stand-up comedy show explores growth, dreams, everyday life, and personal choices.
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Simon Taylor - Rambunctious
Don't let his appearance on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, or Netflix, or Just for Laughs, or Comedy Up Late fool you. Don't be sucked in by his five star reviews or the hundreds of millions of views he has.
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Allstar Dance – Startin Something
Join Allstar Dance for Startin Something, a celebration of 25 years of dance without limits. Witness the artistry, passion and community that defines a quarter of a century of Allstar Dance.
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Saturday 7 Nov7
Diagnonsense (improv comedy) PLUS Donation/Charity Drive
Brisbane's best improv comedy! Come see Brisbane's funniest and most endearing disabled and chronically ill improvisers do funny make-em-ups on stage for your entertainment. We know better than most that laughter isn't actually the best medicine, but it sure can ease the load of moving through a world that wasn't built for you. 50% of all ticket sales will be donated to a charity linked to the disability/chronic illness community. You will also be able to donate at the show as well. Tickets are only $10 online | $15 on the door.
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Takashi Wakasugi | Stand Up Comedy Live
Stuck in a chasm between Japanese and Western culture, Takashi brings a fresh perspective on Aussie life. His observations about day-to-day experiences are sure to have you both fascinated and roaring with laughter. You might have seen him on the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, Thank God You’re Here, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee or Taskmaster Australia.
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Deadly Funny
Cheeky, loud, Black and proud! Join us for a night of deadly laughs as the most incredible emerging comedians and storytellers take the stage. For two decades, Deadly Funny has unearthed the freshest and funniest.
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Saturday Night Comedy: An Improvised Musical from the Tuning Forks
Brisbane's best improv comedy! Join us for a brilliant night of musical comedy. The Tuning Forks will perform an entire Broadway-style musical, made up completely on the spot. Watch this amazing ensemble sing, dance and joke through the entire show. They will leave you in stitches and also a little bit gobsmacked - they're world-class! Featuring Brisbane's best improv comedians. Tickets are only $20 online | $25 on the door.
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Saturday Night Standup w/ Emma Holland & Friends!
Spend your Saturday night the right way, with an evening of laughs at Good Chat Comedy Club on Caxton St! Located inside a gorgeous, heritage-listed, purpose-built comedy club, hidden below Caxton St Brewing Co., come see why Good Chat has earned its cult status in the Brisbane comedy scene. We’re stoked to have star of stage and screen, Emma Holland, back at the club and on headline duties tonight! Cracking MC and a stacked lineup of supports also on the cards, as per usual. Get in x
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Comedy @ The Butter Factory 2026 – Takashi Wakasugi
Get ready for a night of unforgettable stand-up comedy with headliner Takashi Wakasugi.
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Mickey Wilson | The How Ya Goin’ Tour 2026 [BRISBANE]
Join the crew at Good Chat Comedy Club for an hour with Darwin comedy favourite, Mickey Wilson! UNHINGED, HIGH ENERGY, LIGHTNING WIT, RAW. He’s sold up EVERYTHING, packed the kids and caravan, and gone ALL IN on standup comedy – delivers his unfiltered perspective of his personal stories and experiences. Turning family chaos & self-deprecation into belly-hurting laughs, wild stories, cheeky filth, and brutally honest observations. This Darwin-born larrikin takes the ps out of everything: himself, his looks, his kids, and the clean freak inside him. A hard-shell Aussie dad with a soft, slightly unstable centre, Mickey brings quick wit, big energy, and brutal relatability. Whether parent, non-parent, clean freak, or filthy party animal, this show will make you laugh, cringe, and feel better about your own life choices! ★★★★★ “Watch out for rising star Mickey Wilson.” — Dave Hughes
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Sunday 8 Nov3
Takashi Wakasugi | Stand Up Comedy Live
Stuck in a chasm between Japanese and Western culture, Takashi brings a fresh perspective on Aussie life. His observations about day-to-day experiences are sure to have you both fascinated and roaring with laughter. You might have seen him on the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, Thank God You’re Here, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee or Taskmaster Australia.
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Improv Comedy Jam Show (FREE)
Brisbane's best free improv comedy show! The Improv Comedy Jam Show is an improvised comedy showcase extravaganza! The stage is set for a high-stakes collision of rising stars and seasoned pros. Together, they weave spontaneous prompts into pure comedic improvised wildfire. Witness lightning in a bottle as the quick-thinking comedians bring the house down in totally made-up-on-the-spot scenes of hilarity. Free event.
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Daniel Muggleton | White Here, White Now [New Show By Demand]
New Show By Demand! A-List Entertainment presents Daniel Muggleton continues to be one of Australia’s most in-demand comedians despite no media attention of.
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Weird Show - Alternative Comedy
Brisbane's best comedians do anything except stand-up comedy. Chaos show big wild show fun insane show yay! Clowns, poets, sketch comedy, live music, burlesque! We got it all!
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Small Mouth Sounds
Breathe in. Breathe out. Break down. In the overwhelming tranquillity of nature, six runaways from city life embark on a silent retreat. As these strangers confront internal demons both profound and absurd, their vows of silence collide with their achingly human need to connect. Check-in and chill-out with this wayward group of misfits as they attempt to find their purpose, a little peace and maybe themselves, all without saying a word. In Small Mouth Sounds, award-winning playwright Bess Wohl crafts a play unlike any other where silence is mandatory and comedy is inevitable. Awkward glances, suppressed ugly-crying, and the occasional yoga-induced meltdown become a symphony of human relationships. Featuring a fabulously funny cast directed by comedy doyenne Bridget Boyle and techno-troublemaker Nathan Sibthorpe, in a first for the Bille Brown Theatre, each audience member will be given their own headphones to hear the sublime inside the silence. With audio-immersive intimacy engineered by crack indie collective Counterpilot, you will be tuned into every surreptitious whisper, heavy sigh and smothered snort-laugh. This is storytelling at its most inventive, recognisable, raw and deeply relatable. Filled with insightful humour, this unique and compassionate play asks how we address life’s biggest questions when words fail us.
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Comedy Cha Cha Thursdays
⭐ Get ready for a night of big laughs and fresh talent at Brisbane
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The Magic & Mayhem Show
Close-Up Cabaret at Pine Rivers Show Grounds. An intimate, small audience means every seat is the best seat in the house. You won't just watch the magic—you'll be part of it.
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Blanc de Blanc Encore
⭐ Blanc de Blanc Encore brings a sparkling night of bold comedy, cabaret, and seductive spectacle to Brisbane. Expect high-energy performances, playful chaos, and a riotous atmosphere that doesn’t hold back. 🍾 SPECIAL OCCASION? Enjoy premium experiences with special packages - book now here 🍾 Highlights 🍾 Sip champagne in a playful, adults-only atmosphere 🎭 Enjoy cheeky comedy, cabaret, burlesque, and live entertainment 🤸♀️ Marvel at high-energy performances from acrobats, dancers, and aerialists 🎁 Gift memories to someone special! Purchase a gift card here General Info 📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 115 minutes, including a short interval 📍 Location: The West End Electric 👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID ♿ Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible ❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here Tickets 🍾 Moët Champagne Table for Two: Private reserved table for two, with a bottle of Moët champagne and premium raised front-on view of stage (ticketed per table, not per person) 🥂 Ringside VIP: Reserved seating with a glass of sparkling, up close to the performers 🎫 Platform: Raised, front-on view, unallocated seats 🎫 Premium Platform: Raised, front-on view, unallocated seats 💺 Premium: Comfortable seating behind Ringside VIP, unallocated seats 🎫 Balcony: Only available when a show is almost at full capacity! Bird’s-eye view, unallocated seats (stairs only) 🎫 Classic: Behind Premium seating, unallocated seats 🎫 Cheap Seats: Entry-level indulgence, unallocated seats 🎫 Tightarse Wednesday: Discounted tickets for Wednesday sessions, access all sections at one price, unallocated seats Description Blanc de Blanc Encore invites you into a five-star, champagne-soaked extravaganza of world-class circus, acrobatics, cheeky humour, and vintage glamour — all within Brisbane's award-winning new venue, The West End Electric. Arrive early to soak up the velvet-draped opulence that nods to the allure of London's West End Theatre District. Complete with hand-crafted cocktails, mouth-watering bar bites and of course - Champagne!
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