Oi mate, you missed the strangest encounter down the local pub last Thursdee arvo. So grab a cold one and pull up a chair cause DAZZA is gonna fill ya in.

After a stellar run around the country and winning Best Comedy at The Newcastle Fringe Festival, queer comedian and influencer Frankie Fearce is bringing their stand-out character comedy show about Australian masculinity and cultural identity to Canberra Fringe. Described by critics as “seriously top-class satire - a piece of theatrical magic” and “brilliantly written, packed to the brim with wit, social commentary and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments”, this satirical performance is a must-watch

Matt Harvey brings four true stories: a monkey bite; a long bus trip; an arrest; and a mugging.

Looking for laughs and great stories? Look no further than Matt Harvey! As an award-winning comedian, storyteller, and writer for The Shovel and The Shot, Matt knows how to entertain audiences of all kinds. Having toured AUS, NZ, The US, the UK, and the EU.
Now he's bringing his true stories of calamitous choices to Canberra for the first time.

WINNER PICK OF THE FRINGE - San Diego International Fringe 2023
WINNER SPIRIT OF THE FRINGE - Reykjavik Fringe 2025

"☆☆☆☆ an amazing hour" - Winning at failing
“Consistently entertaining... the show will end before you are ready to say goodbye.” - San Diego Union-Tribune

A no good cattle thieving drifter from the high plains of Gordon. Often carries a guitarelele on his back whilst singing to his horse companion Pedro. Wanted for the abduction of the Liberty Belle set at the Pot Belly on the 23rd of November.  If you have any news on his whereabouts please report it to The Filthy Darlings.

In 2020 the world shutdown... By the time Gemma knew how bad it was she was already halfway across the world.

In Peru’d Awakening, Gemma Rose Hewitson takes you on a heart-wrenching solo journey through cancelled flights, border closures, military checkpoints, monkey cuddles, and the kind of silence only the Amazon can offer.

With limited access to the outside world, Gemma finds herself stranded in Peru at the very moment the world shuts down. Between escaping capuchins, dodgy toilets, embassy calls, and lullabies for orphaned spider monkeys, she discovers what it means to be truly lost—and surprisingly found.

This one-woman show is a story of determination, disconnection, and wild connection in the most unexpected places. Funny, chaotic, and deeply personal, Peru’d Awakening is for anyone who ever wanted to explore the unknown.

Lie back and think of...Rheinberger and Wilson.

A musical comedy duo combining razor-sharp songs about modern life and love with brooding accordion, gutsy guitar and sweet harmonies.

Going where other couples fear to tread, you'll hear songs about the challenges of sharing a bed, Shakespearean dick pics, and unhealthy obsessions with Nana Mouskouri and Kenny Rogers.

Artie is a performing artist...or at least she wants to be.

But the journey is tough, fraught with uncertainty, hesitation and self-doubt. Not to mention the never-ending auditions and negative feedback, and the constant echoing of voices telling her, 'you can't do it'.

Those pressures alone would be enough, but the road to 'success' is long, and money is definitely tight. So Artie's desire to pursue a career in the performing arts, has to be balanced with some sort of financial earnings.

But what exciting and enthralling jobs are out there for an aspiring artiste?

'Roadblocks' is a one-woman show, exploring the many barriers that all artists face and the meagre jobs they're forced to undertake to fund their creative passion and ambitions.

Fateh Singh is the Indian community's official ambassador to Eshays. He likes to spend time reading, writing, and working on pronouncing his first name. He has been described as "your favourite rapper's favourite rapper". But he would describe himself as a 'comedian's comedian's comedian'.

“Meet Jeff Shen CFA, the financial wizard turned comedy sensation. Jeff left the world of investment banking to prove that making people laugh is a richer pursuit than counting dollars. With a knack for observational humour and a penchant for high-brow and occasionally politically-tinged satire, Jeff takes the stage by storm. Catch Jeff Shen live, and prepare to laugh until your portfolio diversifies itself."

Cameron Ribbons. Best comedian on Earth, if you say anything different I'll throw rocks at you.

Smells Like Kween Spirit is the ultimate GNO (girls' night out) for femmes of an uncertain age. This is a fabulous karaoke celebration of all the best Rock Chics of the 80s and 90s. Comedy kweens and karaoke enthusiasts Lucy Best and Nicky Barry will lead you through a massive show of all the hits and other favourite bits. Channel your inner Alanis or Courtney or Chrissie and rock out with your frock out. We encourage loads of black eyeliner, HEAPS of attitude and several Marsala and Cokes to get you in the mood. Divas in the room are encouraged to join us on stage to strut their stuff. Come play with us and slay with us!

The Pretty Amazing Show is a hilarious, high energy mix of Maker magic mayhem.

Step into a Pretty Amazing world where Jono transforms everyday objects into spectacular magical inventions, Robot's and mixes them with daring Circus stunts.

With his infectious enthusiasm and boundless creativity, Jono delivers an inspiring performance where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, leaving you feeling absolutely pretty amazing.

Step into a world where sound, rhythm, and storytelling collide. ‘Unbound’ is a dance and music production that brings to life the many shades of the feminine spirit- fierce, faithful, fervent, and divine.

Drawing from the wellspring of ancient yet timeless Indian classical arts, this production fuses the expressive storytelling and intricate footwork of Bharatanatyam dance with the complex and soul-stirring melodies of Carnatic music. The stage will come alive with a vibrant ensemble of Bharathanatyam dancers, a Carnatic vocalist, a Nattuvanar (conductor), a Mridangam percussionist, and a Flautist, creating a rich tapestry of movement and sound.

These contemporary artists who honour tradition whilst reshaping it through their lens, will showcase and reinvigorate ancient tales of Indian mythology. Tales of grace and rage, devotion and defiance, and strength and vulnerability that transcend time. The characters showcased in these stories are not mere myths, they are mirrors reflecting the complexities of the modern woman as much as the divine archetypes of the past.

More than a performance, 'Unbound' is an invocation of the transformative power of the feminine - rising for her people, standing for her dignity, and burning with divine love. An ode to those who refuse to be contained.

Nicky Barry and Lucy Best are two bawdy dames from Melbourne who definitely failed finishing school. High society's loss is comedy's gain, they are now two of the most sought-after comedy and cabaret acts in town.

Join them for an evening of adult-only laughter and wanton misbehaviour as they host a magnificent banquet of Melbourne's funniest and feistiest femme comedians with all the trimmings. This truly delicious feminist feast will satisfy everyone with a healthy appetite for naughtiness. Expect plenty of jokes about coke, blokes and pokes and assorted other unladylike antics.

Be warned, like the performers, this show will contain traces of nuts.

Whispers of Persia: A Musical Journey invites you into an enchanting soundscape where timeless Persian melodies awaken and intertwine with fresh, unexpected rhythms.

Through evocative music and captivating movement, this performance unravels the secrets of Persia’s rich musical heritage — from ancient folk echoes and haunting traditional tunes to the vibrant pulse of contemporary songs. Step softly, listen closely, and let the whispers guide you through a mesmerizing journey across time and sound.