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Simon Brodkin showered Sepp Blatter with banknotes. Then he set his sights on Trump

Simon Brodkin showered Sepp Blatter with banknotes. Then he set his sights on Trump

The British comedian still enjoys playing characters, just don’t call his stunts “pranks”.

  • by John Bailey

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Motel evictions, comics falling off stage and clueless reviewers: Outgoing festival boss has seen it all

Motel evictions, comics falling off stage and clueless reviewers: Outgoing festival boss has seen it all

In her 32 years running what is now the world’s biggest standalone comedy festival Susan Provan, who is stepping down from the role, has seen it all – including comedians falling offstage and getting kicked out of motels.

  • by Michael Lallo
Colonialism, candour and a cat bite: Sashi Perera is the real deal

Colonialism, candour and a cat bite: Sashi Perera is the real deal

Welcome to our wrap-up of Sydney Comedy Festival reviews.

  • by Daniel Herborn
‘Really, the kayak one?’ Celia Pacquola takes home top comedy festival prize

‘Really, the kayak one?’ Celia Pacquola takes home top comedy festival prize

The comedian has written plenty of raw, hard-hitting shows. But it’s the one about the kayak that has delivered the big prize.

  • by Tyson Wray