Lehmo has never said 'No'. He should have, but he hasn't! As a result he's broken the law, bought shares in a company that never existed, travelled to a war zone, gigged as Spongebob Squarepants and been attacked by an angry mob. "Highly Recommended!" The Age - www.lehmo.com.au

Raw comedy 2008/2009 'Comics out of the Cupboard' personality Tim Read - this time he's getting his shit together and is coming to the Adelaide Fringe for three nights and two frozen ass cheeks. Come on a journey of mischief and mayhem.

Experience 'THE-BEST-OF' Fringe Improvisers competing in the red-raw, full-contact 'smack-down' that is TheatreSports(TM). In this high energy fusion of theatre and stand-up-comedy, teams sing,dance,mime, whatever it takes to earn audience scores and avoid the Hanging Judge's elimination horn. The victors perform their own Fringe show 'in-a-minu...

Adam loves ad-libbing with a crowd. This year he' s throwing the script out the window and devoting an hour to messing around. No structure, no material, no idea. "[His] interaction with the audience proved so fruitful that they were reluctant to release him back on to the stage" ***** Scotsman.

2009 SA RAW Comedy winner, Adam Keily's solo debut. Adam takes a hilarious look at what it means to be a citizen. Not only of Australia, but of this globalised world we're in. Will he pass the test? Catch him now, in case he gets kicked out of the world!

The Day before the AC/DC Concert In Adelaide, Rock to the Top with The Adelaide Comedy Debate. Tom Gleeson, Jason Chong, Rob Hunter, Dave Callan, Jon Brooks, Steve Hughes and two very special guests argue how far it really is to the top! Moderator Jason Pestell. www.adelaidecomedy.com

You'll be howling louder than a puppy in a lawnmower! The magic act that rocked the stages with Pantera's notorious brothers. Reunited!!! 3 Limited shows! FRINGE SENSATION, NICHOLAS TWEEDY & RICHARD KWESELL (Direct from Chicago) - The act behind the controversy. Jaw-Dropping, Offensive Illusions a Guarantee! www.nicholastweedy.com, www.th...

From growing up in Egypt to migrating to Australia, being kicked out of the Coptic Othodox Church, to finding solace in his new found religion of Comedy. Outrageous stories of Akmal entering the comedy world and insights into the characters he has met along the way.

Last year Alexis got beneath the taboo of swearing, this year he' s getting beneath your clothes. Why is your birthday suit inappropriate at most birthday parties? Should streakers join Exhibitionists Anonymous? What's with men's nipples anyway? "Seamless... a Stephen Fry of filth" - Evening Standard, London. **** The Age, Melbourne.

Come on a hilarious journey through Wonderland with three comic performers and a one-woman band. The performers sing, dance and play their way through Lewis Carroll's imagination in a fun-filled show for the whole family. "Talented and likable young actors... a very good game of let's pretend". The Pun, 2009.

Improv comedy meets The Love Boat meets The Posidon Adventure! An odyssey of Titanic proportions where you steer the ship. You'll laugh till you're sea sick. "Any damn fool can navigate the world. It takes a really good sailor to do it drunk." Sir Francis Chichester.

Andrew O'Neill. A name. The name of a man. A man with a face, a digestive system. In combination, they make one of the 21st century's most original comic voices. A stand-up comedian, Andrew is by turns surreal, aggressive, political, silly and intelligent. "Hitting new heights of comedic brilliance" TimeOut.

Award winning Animator and Comedian Guy Capper presents the world premiere of Animals Aliens and Vegetables! Guy interviews and sings with Animals and Aliens and Vegetables about their personal lives in space and on Earth. Video projection with animations and stand up comedy! Youtube search "Guy Capper".

After a successful run at last year's Fringe followed by the Sydney and Melbourne comedy festivals, Anthony spent a month in the US opening for Pablo Francisco. Having just toured Australia with internationals Maz Jobrani and Jo Koy, Anthony is back to turn the heat up at this year's fringe.

Packed Theatre! Relax. I'll handle this. Just sit back, do what you do best - listen, laugh, look good. Luckily for us, I've been in this situation before, and although it's never easy, it's nothing a nearly entirely new hour of classics won't handle! Let Me do the Talking!

Back again for one week only! The multi award-winning show by travelling Irish Gypsy, Aindrias de Staic, is back in town! Not to be missed, this show tells the hectic journey of an Irish gypsy fiddle player as he rambles the globe and fiddles his way out of trouble.

Geek aficionado and sometime carny, Asher Treleaven returns to the Adelaide Fringe Festival with a Barry Award Nomination in his pocket and a show about a carny trying to make good. Expect the unexpected and the marvelous. BARRY AWARD NOMINATION 2009, most outstanding show, Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

When Rangas Go Bad. Phil 'The Ginger Ninja' Denson is back after the sell-out season in 2009's 'A Dingo Stole My Latte'. "...The stand-out was Phil, who sings about some ridiculous yet hysterical topics...Phil is extremely charming and memorable." Rip It Up Magazine- Adelaide Fringe Festival 2009.

Brian Pritchard, Greg Hodgkinson, Deb Bland and The Fabulous Winnebaggo Quartet (Gus Lee and Alex Cunningham) successfully manage to mix traditional stand-up comedy with a touch of musical silliness. These killer comedians have joined forces in a hilarious 60 minutes of music, humour and stupidity all rolled into one.

Addicted to Darcy? Bonkers for Big Balls? Swoon along with NZ's top improvisers (including Hot Pink Penny Ashton), as they romp and pianoforte their way through an entirely improvised Austenian Musical. Charming suitors, tight breeches and surprisingly well educated girls all entertain with song, dance and passionate hand holding. www.hotpink.co...

What is magic? Jump down the rabbit hole, drink from the teapot of destiny and find out. Behold as the bright, affable Bart Freebairn weaves a fantastical tale of absurdity and laughter in a wonderful hour of profound comedy. "...a joy to watch" **** The Age.

Local? Yeah We're Local! SA has some of the funniest comedians in Australia! 4 of our Best Comedians Everynight. Mike Klimczak, Jason Pestell, Jon Brooks, Eliza Thomas, Adam Keily, Phil Cowie, Angus Hodge and Fabien Clark. Plus The Adelaide Comedy Guest Spot. www.adelaidecomedy.com

'Best of the Edinburgh Fest' is an unbeatable night of world-class comedy featuring the hottest new talents to have appeared at the Edinburgh Festival. Starring Geordie Superstar, Jason Cook and Carey Marx (UK) - "Unbelievably Funny" - The Scotsman - joined by the hottest new Welsh star Elis James. Book Fast!

The Best of the Fest Late Show presents some of the world's greatest comedy stars in a massive line-up of madness and mayhem. Guaranteed to be amongst the biggest nights of international comedy at the Fringe, this is a must see Fringe show for every comedy lover. Doors Open 10.00pm.

Direct from some Abstract Slavic Province for 3 nights only. These femmes fatales are wanted for fraud and extortion in 23 countries. These intelligent super-spies in disguise have created the most unbelievable, outlandish, impossible products; not stocked at local supermarkets and you'll see why - catch these fugitives if you can.

What's so funny about being a Baby Boomer? Times have changed, the world has changed, and we've changed. One minute you don't trust anyone over thirty, the next minute...BOOM! You look in the mirror and see your parents looking back at you. What happened??

Brad Oakes' hilarious show, PLAN-B. For those who like to see the little man win, or at least get even, this is the show to see. Brad Oakes is a twenty year veteran of the Australian stand-up scene. You will laugh so hard your face will fall off.

Pure unadulterated silliness. UK's ever popular Brian & Krysstal doing what they do best, stand up, songs, characters, moaning. "as daft and charming as they are funny" (StageUK). "Always enjoyable...I laughed like a drain" (Chortle.co.uk). "Intelligent comedy, downright dirty stuff and silly songs" (SXNews, Syd). www.briandamage.net www....

"Pure chemistry. A great ranconteur; relaxed and in control, knows how to relate to the audience." - The Age. Former host of 'Stand Up Australia' on The Comedy Channel. Don't miss this man/child in his brutally honest and uproarious new show exploring all things manly, childish and adult.

A mega-star in the land of midnight sun, Carl-Einar is living proof that Swedes can offer more to showbiz than jump suits and 70s pop anthems. This masterful fool and star of La Clique is utterly clueless yet full of brilliantly executed routines. Shambolic and delightful comedy, magic and music.

Fresh from Melbourne Fringe, 'Love and Marriage' is a show about life, alcohol, sex, love, and chocolate. In that order! If you've ever been in, or tried as hard as you can NOT to be in a relationship, you should see this show! "Utterly enjoyable and hilarious...highly recommended" - Buzzcuts.

Alternate histories. Period dramas. Murder mysteries. Political intrigue. With Changing Jennifers you can see all of these stories and more, created right before your eyes and tailored by your suggestions. Every show is different.

Gen X team captain on Talkin' 'bout Your Generation and the host of The 7pm Project, Charlie Pickering is also a world-class stand-up comedian. He's back at the Fringe with a mix of favourite tales and new stories for 2 NIGHTS ONLY! "you won’t be disappointed" ***** The Independent (UK)

Solar powered iPods, internet face transplants, teaching your children to handle semi automatic weapons to defend the bunker - who wouldn't be looking forward to the future? I mean, in the future, I may have even completed my 08/09 tax return. It's the stuff of science fiction. I can't wait.

The Funny side of computers; 10 years ago Dan was one of the UK's leading programmers, he ditched it all and became a comedian. 2000 gigs later he's looking back and mining the data for laughs. "Very, very funny, geeks and non geeks will love it" - ComedyFestival.com.au

The 'Cosmo the Clown Comedy Magic Street Show' is a show full of comedy magic and mayhem from crazy antics to cool magic this is a show for the entire family, so come one come all to the 'Cosmo the Clown Comedy Magic Street Show'.

Direct from New York, CuBBYHOuSE is a theatrical adventure story about realising your dreams. Complete with a live soundtrack and imaginary friends, CuBBYHOuSE is as heart-warming as it is hilarious: it will inspire you to quit your job, hitch a ride on a helicopter and move to Majorca.

"Stood up and showed why he is one of Australia's premier comics" Adelaide Advertiser. In a sequel to his multi award winning 'Sportsman's Night', Damian reintroduces us to the Bodgy Creek Football Club. The town and team are rooted. Time to recruit from Christmas Island! That's the Bodgy Creek Solution.

Back for his 6th festival, come along for a night of jokes, jokes and more jokes, no themes just 60 minutes of hard hitting laughs. Townes has performed in South Africa, Germany, Singapore, The Just for Laughs Comedy festival in Montreal, the Edinburgh Fringe festival and all throughout the UK.

Dave writes jokes for Good News Week. Last year he received some Important Awards and proved he was funny in court. This year he plans to butcher the brains of bunch of clever old Greek men. "Non stop laughs... peppered with a genuine charm" The Advertiser.

Dave Callan (JJJ, Rove, another thing you might have seen him on one time). Asked 100 women 100 questions. With the answers he made this show!

As seen on 'Talkin' 'bout Your Generation'. Dave always thought his family was pretty normal. That was until everything changed when he was nineteen. Melbourne Comedy Festival - Best Newcomer Nominee. **** The List (Edinburgh). ***** One4review (UK). "A quick and self deprecating wit" The Age. "Razor sharp...very funny" Inpress.

Winner 2008 if.com (formerly Perrier) Award for Best Comedy Show at the Edinburgh Fringe. Man plays cheap plastic keyboards purchased on EBay while audience sit in near total darkness! Show includes at least 3 on-stage lighting changes! And excellent pre-show music!

The Australian debut of Ireland's most exciting new comedy rock supergroup. Expect smoke machines, leopard-print pants, screaming guitar solos, and everything from hip-hop slow jams to 80's stadium rock anthems. "So far ahead of the curve they're on the outermost tip of the zeitgeist's serrated edge." - THE LIST.

After two sell-out years, Australia's most prestigious Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Comedy Competition - Deadly Funny - is back again in search of Adelaide's funniest Nungas. Who will get bragging rights of Deadly Funny Nunga Champ 2010? Time will tell, ay! You'd be deadly crazy to miss this one.

In an attempt to feel FREAKING CONFIDENT about being a POWERHOUSE OF HILARITY, DeAnne's calling her new show "Ballsy." Part jokes, part stories, ALL BALLS. "Will leave you wanting an encore" -Adelaide Advertiser. Best Established Comedian Nominee, Fringe2009. As seen on GNW, and, um, The Squiz. Book early! Ukulele guaranteed.

Comedian Des Bishop is a bona fide celebrity in his adopted home in Ireland and is now ready to embark on his first ever national stand up tour of Australia. Follow Des as he masters his acerbic observations on life in Australia. "Funny, erudite and effortlessly delivered." **** The Scotsman.

Solo Stand-Up Comedy and storytelling from one of the new breed of UK Black stand-up comedians. His jaundiced Mack's Eye View of Life, the Universe and Everything nearly got Donald arrested - find out why. Donald is cool, explicit, cuddly and lovable and he' s a bloody good laugh to boot.

Dr. Brown, visual and surreal comedy extraordinaire, comes from a sold-out Edinburgh and Prague Fringe. "He extends awkward moments to their absolute maximum and then some... This show is completely bizarre." 4-stars, Brighton Fringe 2009. "I've never seen anything like it. Never in fact." Pick of The Prague Fringe 2009.

Known for his quick wit and caustic-style of comedy, Eddie Ifft has a habit of speaking first and thinking later and this gets him in trouble - a lot. 'Things I Shouldn't Have Said' explores those awkward moments when really, you should just shut the hell up.

Gifted raconteur, Eric has a story to tell; with the aid of some astonishing visuals we get an insider's view of the mysterious world of a British Nuclear Submarine. Unique, riveting, funny and poignant, Award-winning comedy. "A One in a Million Show" *****(Three Weeks). "A Quietly Wonderful Show" ****(The Times).

Two years ago, a man from Europe moved to Australia. Records show that man was European Man. He now has a cat and a job in a call centre. European Man has come along way from the terminal in Europe where he caught his flight. Or has he...

What do you do for a crust? Do you love it? Or is it slowly rotting your brain? Come on a journey as frustrated security guard, Fabien Clark, tries to rekindle the flame that once burned in his heart and becomes what he wanted to be when he grew up.

Ever wondered where Fairytale characters go after their stories are done? Welcome to Fairyfail. Follow Brownilocks - Goldilocks' less popular little sister- as she travels through Fairyfail and discovers that no one quite lives up to their reputation. Featuring 5 high energy performers, a live musical score and an interactive set.

The Flying Penguins presents Fame or Fries, a hilarious off the wall comedy in which Brenda seeks acting fame in the Big Apple. Fly with Brenda on her journey of encountering whiskey breath housemates, alleyway love interests and pro porn agents to see if she find success, fame or fries!

2008 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer Award. After two years away, Fear of a Brown Planet return in 2010 in their trademark confrontational style with a brand new show, Fear of a Brown Planet Returns. "Just go see it. It's extraordinary. **** 1/2 stars" - The Age.

As seen on 'Thank God You're Here', 'Spicks & Specks' and 'The Ronnie Johns Half Hour', award-winning comedian Felicity Ward presents an intimate performance of humourous stories; experienced, written and read out by the lady herself. So come in, sit back and relax knowing that it didn't happen to you.

From Dancing With The Stars to kicking the bottle Fiona O'Loughlin's back and she has a lot to say. Fiona's a living comedy treasure - don't miss this latest hilarious installment from the Queen of Australian comedy. "Radioactively funny - FIVE STARS!" The Age. "Don't miss her!" Sunday Mail.

Three Fringe favourites team up in a showcase of solid laughs. Big Al, Kehau Jackson, and Scott John will leave you breathless. It's the only aerobic exercise we'll all get! "...side splitting!"- Rip It Up.

British award-winning 'wobbly' comedian and star of Ricky Gervais' hit TV series, 'EXTRAS', makes her Adelaide debut with a personal, hilarious and hard-hitting show! Sold out Edinburgh, London, Cape Town. "Tackles taboos and makes you laugh like no one else can. Radiant, challenging and above all, very funny" Time Out.

Life is bewildering. Injustice. Unrequited love. Grapefruit. "You must leap out of your chair and sacrifice life and limb to buy a ticket." **** Sunday Herald Sun. "One of our most naturally gifted comedians." **** The Age. ***** The Scotsman.

The best value show at the Fringe. The brightest new comics to come out of Australia's premier comedy club. Some of the greatest Australian comedians started their careers at the Comedy Store including Adam Hills, Wil Anderson and Julia Morris. Come see the rising stars of Australian comedy!

Celebrating 25 years of stand-up, 8 years of RAA ads and Year 1 as a Dad, George is showcasing his greatest hits plus a dozen new bits and pieces. "A hilarious show. My cheeks still hurt" Sunday Mail. "Comedic genius" The Advertiser.

What's pop music? Lady Gaga wearing balsa wood? ABBA's date-rape romp 'Waterloo'? Lindsay Lohan shrieking in bathtubs? Beyoncé spasming in spandex? Quinn (Spicks & Specks, Comedy Channel, BBC) is gonna make a SingStar-calibre hit - she needs YOU! SOLD OUT UK/Australia 2009. "Doesn't miss a beat" Age (Melbourne). ***** Advertiser.

SOLD OUT FAST - Fringe 2006, 2007, 2008. This is an opportunity to see an all-star line up of funny female comedians. Performers include Penny Ashton (TV2 Billy T James Award Nominee) Jess McKenzie (Triple J Raw Comedy Winner) and many more hilarious ladies. This show is a definite winner.

Australian political and social satire at its best, starring Max Gillies. There's a fervour in the revivalist tent, Reverend Kevin of Rudd Ministries tells his congregation that religion is the new politics and vice versa. Max Gillies' trail of destruction continues with a new cast of victims.

Four consecutive evenings of stand up comedy at the Adelaide Zoo. Stroll around the Zoo (gates open at 7:30pm) before entertainment kicks off at 8:30pm. Five different comedians each night will entertain for over two hours of non-stop laughs.

Fast becoming a favourite comedy import! Gordon has been a hit of Adelaide Fringe & MICF since 2004, bringing uniquely intelligent/silly comedy to Australia. After countless successful world tours he's back for 10 SHOWS ONLY! "One of the best in the business" DB. "Hugely Talented" Time Out. gordonsouthern.com

From the unusual mind of Adelaide's own comedienne, Lori Bell, comes the life and loves of the one and only Granny Flaps. This moo-moo wearing ukulele lady will steal your heart and warm your thighs as she opens up as only Ms. Flaps can. Not for the easily offended.

Fleety loves Adelaide, Adelaide loves Fleety. But great love stories have bad weather. Hear how Fleety went from despising a town to falling in love with a city. How he became a Wino at the Rhino. How he learnt to SAyFM. How he suffered for Suffa. Fleety's Custom-written Adelaide Show!

Mick is turning 45 this year, he didn't think he'd get this far. This is his comedy autobiography about alcoholism, depression, divorce, single parenting, bankruptcy and other hilarious tales.

Best Newcomer Nominee, Melbourne Comedy Festival. In a world obsessed with perfecting youth, beauty and achievement, Hannah clearly missed the boat. Faced with an uphill battle she simply turned around. This show is about preparing for a graceful downhill shuffle. "Piercing razor-sharp wit" **** Chortle. **** The List. **** Scotsman.

Amelia had a fall from grace, hit her head on a rock and woke up on a Reality TV show. Forced to fight, she killed only with kindness and never cried on cue. Nonsensical, dangerous and downright hilarious. Warning: Participating in Reality TV is a momentary lapse in intelligence.

See the National Raw Comedy Winner (2001) showcase her extraordinary talent in her premiere one woman comedy smorgasbord. A smash hit show all about getting jiggy with your jiggly bits. "Proves that South Australians are funnier than the rest of the nation." The Advertiser. www.emoloughlin.com

"Funny as Hell" 4.5 Stars-The Age 2009. A girl wakes to find an audience in her bedroom and a narrator telling her what to do... If she'd have known they were coming she'd have remembered to wear pants. A comedy about a modern girl trying to become a lady.

A light-hearted look at religion and humanity, and the if, when, how and where of Jesus' awaited return. He's been gone for 2009 years. Is he ever coming back? Should we give up hope? Has he forgotten us? Should we forget about him? Who? Jesus H Christ! Convert to confusionism...

PiP Comic Illusionist brings you hypnosis with a touch of magic in Hypnolarious! Watch hilarious hypnotic skits which unleash the creative abilities of the on stage guests' subconscious minds. This unforgettable show is unlike any other hypnosis show you will ever see. Dinner and Show package available.

From a privileged childhood in South Africa to migrating to Australia and having to learn a new language featuring phrases like "please", "thank you" and "well played, you deserved to win". David Smiedt provides a fresh perspective on migration, becoming an Aussie, dating, marriage, children and other modern mores.

Spoof Hospital Radio DJ broadcasting back to a UK hospital. Entertaining the sick with inappropriate dedications. All the fun and excitement of being ill in hospital. If.comedy Award nominee. "Never ending bombardment of great gags" ***** Chortle. "Special in every sense of the word" Scotsman. "Comedy Genius" Times Online. www.ivanbrackenbu...

Comedian seeks audience: Must have honest desire to improve the modern Australian image. Comedian has a GSOH, honest and genuine, only punters who enjoy comedy with reality and a cheeky edge need apply. One of Australia's hottest rising stars of comedy - don't miss him!

Fringe debut. He's emerged from the New York underground as one of its most powerful and clever voices, slicing, dicing and char-grilling public hypocrisy. America may have elected the black guy but they're still screwing over the world. Kilstein's incredulous indignation is "as funny as it's audacious." **** Chortle UK.

Jason likes to do stand up comedy, but sometimes he gets sucked into his videos, which not only ruins the flow of his jokes, but also takes him to faraway lands where real meets reel. Come and see this show before technology rises up and kills us all.

You should normally prepare for anything when razor-sharp Geordie Jason Cook takes to the stage. But this Fringe, Jason has gone one step further and set himself the ultimate comedian's challenge- to perform a show without embellishment, exaggeration or poetic license. A show that's 100% true.

Not satisfied with sold out crowds and a best emerging comedian nomination in 2009, this year Jason relaunches himself as iJason 2.0. An improvement on an old favourite, but could this be nothing but industry buzz? "The comedian you want to take home and introduce to your parents." The Advertiser.

One of the top selling comics ever to visit our shores from UK, Jeff's free wheeling shows are a delight. Honest and refreshingly hilarious - let Jeff tell you about life and what he' s observed along the way. "Wit and intelligence." The Advertiser. "A national treasure." Daily Mirror (UK).

Something 'Smells Funny!' There is a hilarious aroma in the air. It's Jimeoin's new show, 'Something Smells Funny'. Join him as he effortlessly makes you breathe in his witty brand of charming humour. You will leave with the unforgettable stench of happiness.

In 1985 Lyn Earl purchased a book that changed the lives of her three sons forever. That book was the Australian Women's Weekly Children's Birthday Cake Book, and birthdays were never the same again. This is the show of the book of the cakes. **** The Age. **** The Advertiser.

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After sellouts at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and outstanding success in talent searches run by 'ROVE', JJJ and FHM, check out why Ben's easy persona, sharp material and lightning audience interaction are making him one of Australia's most exciting new headline acts. "A genuinely funny bugger" The Advertiser. www.bendarsow.com

As seen on Good News Week. Award-winning comedian Justin Hamilton returns to his roots with this brand new stand-up comedy show. "You should not miss this performance" ***** Adelaide Advertiser. "Brilliant again" ****1/2 Adelaide Advertiser. "A rare treat" ***** Adelaide Advertiser. "Intelligent, original and profoundly funny" Sunday Age.

For 58 long hot summers Kath has been leaping from one hot tin roof to another! This sizzling suburban mum has been scorched and frazzled as she puzzles her career blazing to burnout, corporate to comedy.

Born in Adelaide, then raised in a hurry, Anthony takes his time now! Laughing at natural things- like Yoghurt! This Hardwired-For-Fun comic delivers live edge stand-up, but not with garlic bread! JesuzTones tells 'Kick Butt Jokes' that may cure a cold, to a clearer sense of humour!

Step right up to the most popular, sold out Fringe show for kids for the last five years! Hysterically silly, but completely captivating, this hand-picked collection of comedians, clowns, puppets, acrobats, magicians and musicians provide side-splitting giggles and top quality tricks in a wonderfully entertaining treat for the whole family.

Prolifia celebrates and derides futile human pursuits in a comedic play by writer/performer Kirsten Law. From the middle-aged woman waiting in a café to chastise a young victim, to the academic composing a dissertation on early '90s 'positive rap', these are the great unsung heroes of the pathological underworld.

This oddball trio bring to Adelaide their show packed full with off-beat stories of pot-holed travels, and unique home-spun renditions of popular tunes heard on their wireless including renditions from Talking Heads to The Bee Gees.

THURSDAY NIGHTS ONLY! Watch the hilarity unfold as some of Adelaide's funniest comedians invent, invade and crash their way through over an hour of spontaneous improvised comedy. A 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' style romp, with 8 twisted games of invention, culminating in a mind bending cinematic experience. Be there!

Standup comedian Diane Spencer offers a slice of the sublime at a time of chaos - it's the best thing that could have happened at the worst possible moment. "If you ever wished Sarah Silverman were smarter and from Somerset go see Diane Spencer" Salient magazine. Adelaide debut!

A reading from her yet-to-be-published memoirs. "Inspires a sort of guilty laughter, the kind you get from the kid with a bucket on its head, repeatedly bashing into walls." Artshub. "Captivating, quick-witted and darn right hilarious." ExpressMedia. Moosehead Award Recipient, MICF 2009. Most Promising Debut, Comedy@Trades. MICF 2009.

Hazel Farrington and Caitlin Tyler are back with the second show from Adelaide's favourite lady clowns. This show sees our hilarious heroines entertaining the troops. If you like your slapstick served hot and your satire served bitingly cold, join them as they embark on an unforgettable tour of duty.

Consistent 4_ star Fringe show. Six of Australia's best comedians at the Adelaide Fringe. The best value for money stand-up comedy at the Fringe. Check our website for lineup tonight: www.adelaidecomedycellar.com.au. All six for only $25.

France's premier misanthropist and lover returns to Adelaide to bring his award-winning "brilliantly brusque routines" (Chortle.co.uk, 2009), "excessive dryness and superb comic timing" (dB magazine, 2009) and "wonderful French wit" (TimeOut, 2008) to you, the "simple masses" (Marcel Lucont, 2010). To miss this show is to give up on life.

After five years of sell-out festivals and countless gigs around Australia, Mark shares his observations on those curious creatures called Aussies. 'Witty, vibrant, and delightfully demented, Mark Butler is wise, cruelly observant and hysterically funny.' -Independent Weekly. "Funny, quick off-the-mark and thoroughly entertaining" -The Age. "Blo...

Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, Mark returns with a new show packed with his light-hearted, positive and often ridiculous brand of multi-media/technology driven stand up. **** "Half a packed Rhino Room Downstairs gave Trenwith a standing ovation" Advertiser. "Genius...One of the most hilarious things I' ve ever seen." dB Magazine.

Mel is 27. Mel teaches part time at a school for juvenile delinquents. Mel likes to Bring It! in life, especially when she rap battles. (By "it" she means wicked rhymes and a cardigan.) And not to get too Susan Boyle on you, she has, um never been kissed.

Winner 'Best Emerging Comedian' 2009 Adelaide Fringe Awards. Following the success of 'Insecuriosity' and a year on the Canadian scene, Michael Bowley returns home with a fresh hour of high-energy comedy, captivating stories and unreasonable exaggerations.

Can Willis prove that Michael Jackson was truly the World's greatest? Bringing him up against Elvis, Sinatra, Madonna, The Beatles and more; In a celebration of the Music, the Moves and a few laughs along the way. "Terminally cool, a must see show" - The Independent.

'***** - "The prodigal son returns to deliver a knock-out hour of surprisingly strong impact...he's a natural on stage."  The Advertiser. Winner of best show 2007. Award nominee 08-09. "...Fast becoming a legend on the world comedy tour as much for his antics off stage as on stage..." NZ Herald.

Comedy and caricatures juxtapose as award-winning* British comedian Nik Coppin returns to Adelaide Fringe with his colourful new show in which he lampoons people, celebrities and the world around him. "One of the best personalities for comedy. Nik's awesome! 9/10" - Melbourne Comedy Festival 2009. www.nikcoppin.com

Swiftly becoming a Fringe tradition, 'Nunga Funny' returns to town showcasing some of the funniest blackfullas around. Get laughing at some corka comedy from Adelaide's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander comedians. Nunga Funny puts a new face to black humour.

He loves to sing, he loves to tell jokes, and he loves to love. Lady Killer is a show that's filled with Oliver Clark's absurd stand-up, guitar noodling, and love songs. It's a show based around love, romance, and coitus maximus, and all have been given the Oliver Clark treatment.

It's Panto-monium at the zoo! Suggestions from the audience help create the story in an interactive show for kids. Themes are: Fairies (Feb 21), Pirates (Feb 28) and Jungle (March 7). Who knows, maybe a Panda might even appear! Feel free to dress up and join in the fun.

Three shows only - book early! Cheek, chutzpah and pommie prestidigitation (that's comedy and magic to me and you) from the maestro of the Marquee de Sideshow.* The UK's pioneer of 'street magic'; as seen on three Nine Network Specials, except in 3D and without camera tricks.

Exciting and new. Come aboard, he's expecting you. That's a reference to the Love Boat, you don't need to be an expert on the Love Boat to appreciate Pete's comedy stylings, but it helps. He's been on telly, radio and made a movie. At time of writing he is bearded.

Total sell-out season, 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival. Philip Escoffey will challenge what you fundamentally believe to be true. Witty, mind-boggling, utterly compelling. "****1/2" The Age. "One of the most surprising, slyly manipulative and intelligent shows I have seen." John Elder, Sunday Age. Mind-reader or con-man? Come and decide for yours...

The Ancient Art Of Genital Origami. From the West End of London to Broadway in New York, the boys have been getting it out all over the world. Come and see The New Cast of Member Manipulators perform the famous Hamburger, the Wristwatch and the Windsurfer.

This January's heats have been hotter than hot with Adelaide ready to put the pedal to the metal for a nerve-wracking finals series to find 2010 SA RAW champ. Who's the greatest unknown Daredevil of Funny? Come and see them now so you can say you saw them then.

Red Bastard is a Dangerous, Seductive, Comedy-Monster! After sold out runs and 5 star reviews across Europe and Canada, America's premiere bouffon unleashes a pompous, theatrical master class. His mission: to charm, disarm, shock and seduce. His target: pop culture, politics and you. "Very, Very Funny" -NY Times

Not Sure Who You Want To See? Why not check out the Infamous Rhino Room Late Show in its 5th year. Where today's and tomorrow's Stars of Comedy come to Play. A great way to finish any night of the Fringe and figure out who you'll go see tomorrow! www.adelaidecomedy.com

From Mighty Boosh guest star & creator of Bob Fossil comes Eleanor who's lived the life most people scream about. Now the woman who claims to make Neil 'Young' and put the 'Wood' in Woodstock, tells all through poetry, song, dance and confessional monologues. "Inventive, hilarious, wonderfully silly." Bill Bailey.

Ro Campbell has spent 5 years honing his craft in the UK and Ireland. A tightly written show about one man's lack of a plan and how it came together. "Effortlessly brilliant..." - List, Edinburgh. "Top notch" Scotsman. "Hugely entertaining" Skinny, Edinburgh. "Mad and bad...savage lines." ****ThreeWeeks, Edinburgh.

Mick Molloy, Glenn Robbins and Jeff Stilson are taking their hilarious show on the road! After years of TV, film and radio appearances, the three comedians have gone back to their roots - Three men, a microphone and 75 minutes of Australia's best comedy.

A very silly show from 2 very silly comedians. One likes robots (Dean Eizenberg), the other likes monkeys (Trav Nash). A totally rad night of fantabulous animated antics and preposturous situations taking your mind into the 4th dimension. Prepare yourself for POWER EXTREME X ROBOT!!!

Direct from sell-out seasons of 'Spontaneous Broadway', Ross Daniels is now going solo or is he? See what happens when too many characters inhabit the body of one man. 3 shows only! "His observational and mimicry skills are superb...4 stars!" The Age. "Daniels' performance is outstanding." Australian Stage.

Covering the topic of things - big things and small things. Things that have happened to him, things that have happened to you. Surfing the wave of the here and now, join in a free form, free wheeling ride into the way things are.

Ross Voss's life is a complete joke! He's unemployed! He lives with his parents! He's got a degree in philosophy! His neighbours are nudists! He finds door-to-door karate salesmen funny! You get the picture. Join 'this guy' for his first solo fringe show, celebrating his pathetic and exuberant human existence...

triple j / jtv. "The most original comic concepts and laugh out loud moments of any Edinburgh show in the past 20 years." ***** Herald. "So hilarious you will lose all dignity." ***** ThreeWeeks. "Will tickle your soul and make it giggle like a child again." Scotsman. ***** The Age.

From the creators of the award-winning 'Sammy J in the Forest of Dreams' - join Sammy J (skinny man) and Randy (purple puppet) as they navigate everyday life in a share house. Drive straight past Boringville, chuck a left on Goodtime Avenue, and you'll find yourself in Ricketts Lane.

Sargasm is a showcase of Jon's belief that sarcasm isn't the lowest form of humour  it's an exorcistic force - and it's bloody good fun. Join Brooks, a former political staffer and journalist, turned comedian and writer, for this adults only hour of honest, confrontational and political comedy.

Shaggers returns! The most fun-filled late show at festivals and fringes worldwide is back in Adelaide following more sell-out shows in Melbourne and Edinburgh. An eclectic mix of comedians talk about that most joyous of all pursuits - shagging. "Top show....highly recommended" - Rip It Up, Adelaide 2009. www.shaggerscomedy.com

Simon Palomares presents his new show 'OPENING MONOLOGUE'. A one hour opening monologue for a tonight show. "A powerful and personal set". "Simon Palomares is clever and genuinely funny" The Age. "My cheeks still hurt!" The Adelaide Advertiser. "A cracking good laugh" The Adelaide Advertiser.

'Skitch Tease' is a delicious accordion accompanied blend of Stand up, songs and stories. After reaching the conclusion that stand up comedy isn't scary enough, Liz has decided to try it in the nude... come along but please don't tell her mother. "Phenomenal comic talent" (Scene Magazine).

Slim (Catsi), sharp suited, fast talking cowboy preacher with dubious evangelical qualifications, asks you to 'JOIN HIM' and his man-boy devotee Billy (Knowles) as he strives to get what every man of God wants, his own TV show. "...wicked sense of irony played with diabolical accuracy...riotous comedy...sharp comic conception" SMH.

Raw Comedy National finalist, Smart Casual is Fletcher Jones (on guitar) and Roger David (on beard). Two half-brothers (one full brother), never knowing their fathers, and not knowing how half-brothers are supposed to act in a musical comedy duo, bring their low-fi-com-rock to Adelaide for the first time.

See the amazing finale of the reality TV show that was banned in 781 countries. Hosted by the adorable Robbie Butternob with series finalists Wayne Gravel, Rhonda Hangover, Carlo Cabana & Roland Floppersby battling it out for the ultimate rehab holiday. Contains nudity, coarse language, sex scenes, drug use, Christianity....

A 'Don Juan' of the modern age, Aindrias de Staic reflects on the misadventures of Irish violinist as he enjoys the fruits of Fitzroy's arty scene in Melbourne. In a new direction for the award-winning comic entertainer, this show promises to be something special.

The Polar Bearings are not the youngest people to sail around the world. But did Jesse Martin do it with a piano and a ukulele? 'Songs in the Sea, Major?' is the maiden voyage for Melbourne independent comedy trio, The Polar Bearings. Featuring Stuart Bowden, Margaret Paul and Tim Ross.

S & F drills Film Noir! "5 Stars! The panache and wit of the best British comedy writers of the 20th century!" -Edinburgh Evening News. "5 Stars! The manic energy of The Marx Brothers: these are truly modern vaudevillians at the height of their powers!" -FringeReview.co.uk. BankSA People's Choice 2008 & 2009!

Hurry! This smash hit will sell out! Every show a new hilarious musical created from song titles written by the audience. Sold out Melbourne Comedy Festival & Sydney Opera House! Stars Geoff Paine, Genevieve Morris, Ross Daniels, Rebecca DeUnamuno, Russell Fletcher, M.D. John Thorn. "Wonderfully fun, uplifting!" Two weeks only!

Hard hitting intellectual stand up from one of Australia's greatest comedy exports back from a decade of international acclaim across festivals worldwide. "Hard Edged social commentary at its best" -The Times (UK). "Best hour of stand up at the fringe" -The Guardian (UK). "Hughes is Gold" -Metro (UK).

09 Best Comedy nominee returns, with his much needed translator, for more hilarious rantings on taboo topics. Mixture of surreal silliness, deadpan delivery and the occasional tune. "Never a dull moment"- The Advertiser. "ingenius and unique...you are sure to laugh your head off"- Groggy Squirrel. "Absolute classic"- Festival Freak.

"Bennett combines comedy, pathos and autobiography in an act that is funny, poignant and original." (Jemma Chapman - Network Ten). "Jon's tales will make you laugh out loud -- frequently -- and tear up, intermittently... a unique standup experience." (Tom Richardson - Channel 9/Independent Weekly). Bennett has performed in Canada, NYC(The Moth) ...

Matt Roberts and Glenn Butcher are......Sung Like a Horse..... one of the most unique comedy acts in South Australia, combining original music and stand up comedy....not to mention 4 part harmonies (not bad for 2 guys !!) Top notch performances and sensationally funny songs...

Due to somewhat popular demand! Six Adelaide comedians! New material? Sure. Some vintage. No second-hand. Featuring: Jon Brooks (Political Tee), Chris Knight (Whimsical Shirt), Big Al (Puff Jacket), Angus Hodge (Cashmere Sweater), Ross Voss (Corduroy Jacket), Dave Campbell (Fluoro G-String)! Don't be taken to the dry-cleaners! Get your docket now!

Introducing the next big thing in comedy...Imaan towers over other acts with his colossal wit and gargantuan cynicism. And please don't call the terrorist hotline, although he is Middle Eastern and feisty he poses no threat to society...yet! Bound to leave a massive footprint on the banana-peel of your soul.

Australia's Most Awesomest Comedy Band bring you a hilarious hour of rock comedy (romedy). Get ready to have your face blown off its hinges. "A superbeast of high energy, high impact comedy" **** Chortle. "Spinal Tap meets Flight of the Conchords" **** The Scotsman.

The silent show that created a lot of talk was here last year, it sold out, extended its season and won multiple awards. Due to popular demand, we have brought it back. It's still good. Adelaide Advertiser Best Comedy 2009. Best Established Comedian 2009. See the Boy. (Again)

Fresh from the New Zealand Fringe Festival, The Comediettes' second show offers another escapade of Hilarity, Heels and Handy hints. Fresh twisted stand-up, plus epic ballards! Featuring 2009 NZ RAW Comedy Quest Winner, Sarah Harpur and the wickedly funny Jim Stanton. "The Comediettes will have you in stitches." - Express Magazine

After standing ovations in Scotland and selling out the Sydney Opera House, 'The DiRtY BroTheRS' make a triumphant return to Adelaide with their critically acclaimed show 'THE DARK PARTY'. "Charming, inventive and accomplished" The Scotsman. "Bizzare and intriguing" The Independent Weekly. "Very,very funny and witty" Artshub. "Suave sideshow"...

Prestidigitation, aka sleight of hand magic, is normally majestic and regal, PiP has stripped that image away to bring you his very funny adaptation of this classical art. With Miss Olivia, his new and less than willing assistant, who takes any chance she can to get her revenge on him.

LIVE SKETCH COMEDY! Sketch comedy is a dying art form, so they say. Luckily the Golden Phung team are here to cut it up, sew it back together, accidentally put the brain of a murderer in it, chase it into a windmill and set it on fire!

Huw Joseph is Australia's 'Comedy Rock Extraordinaire'. The Huw Joseph Experience is his encapsulating live show. His songs have been gaining widespread recognition for not only their comedy but also their musicality. A fantastic blend of stand up comedy and pure 'pop rock' talent. A show not to be missed!

A surreal sketch show, with lists in it. WINNERS - 'Golden Gibbo' Best Independent Production Melbourne Comedy Festival '09. "Highly recommended" The Age. "Absolutely genius...The concept is fantastic. **** Fringe Guru (Edinburgh). "Unexpected highlight of this year's Fringe." **** Fest Magazine (Edinburgh). "Not shit, guaranteed." threethou...

Guaranteed Not Educational! A cool show for anyone aged 5-500 million (Dinosaurs allowed). This show is: 1.Rude 2.Gross 3.Funny 3a.Funny Looking 4.Silly 5.Downtownwrongtown 6.Awesome. "Take every child you know. If you don't know any -kidnap some." Aussietheatre.com. Winners-Golden Gibbo '09 Melbourne Comedy Festival. PS. We just bought a new fa...

Sydney's underground cult sensation! In the tradition of Bargearse and Hercules Returns, comes The Mad Max Remix. An hour long cinema mash-up of the entire Mad Max trilogy, re-dubbed live by foley artists and comedians. "Incredible" Sydney Morning Herald. "Astonishing" REALTIME. "Brilliant and satirical" The Pun. "Flawless...a laugh a-line" Br...

"A hoot ****1/2" - The Age. A top ten of the worst records ever released in the history of the world. Fiona Scott-Norman's dynamite comedy show in Adelaide after Australiawide tour, Hong Kong, New Zealand, The Sydney Opera House and Famous Spiegeltent. "Rapier wit. Her audience is doubled up" - Canberra Times.

The Penis Principles is a comedy cabaret show with balls and two brains. Find out what men are really thinking, in a below the belt evening of erect entertainment. It's a show every man should see and every woman should experience as Matt, Rohan and Kim unzip The Penis Principles!

Reputed for being the most raucous late night comedy hot spot at the world famous Edinburgh Festival. A hip-hop flavoured showcase of the Festival's favourite comics cutting loose, playing and collaborating. Hosted by Adelaide's own Mickey D - One rule - "what happens in the cave stays in the cave"

Live on stage, for the very first time - Felicity Ward, Heath Franklin, Jordan Raskopoulos and James Pender bring all your favourite characters - Chopper, Jesus, Poppy, Paulie and his Gnocchi, The Germans, Mlak Mlak and many more from the TV cult sketch show - The Ronnie Johns Half Hour.

Armageddon in 30 days! How will we cope? Some will turn to religion, others will just have sex (a lot). Queues on Everest and celebrations in the International Space Station. As the final hour draws near the Small Poppies want to show that, really, you've got to laugh don't you?

The OK SLUTS and THE VALIUM HOUSEWIVES are maverick mash-up emissaries from Alice Springs, on a quest to unpack the myths of the outback in a controversial interactive song and dance show-bag that you can take home after and keep sucking on for weeks.

Every trick a classic. Every song a favourite. The very best magic, music and mayhem from the Clown Town back catalogue. Frehd & Tim Eee will once again delight audiences with their greatest tricks, lovingly remastered, with an all new jaw dropping finale. Sold out 2007, 2008 & 2009. frehdtheclown.com

"A TREMENDOUS set of comic talent, a Fringe Festival must see" 4_ Stars Advertiser 2009 Fringe's funniest women including Justine Smith(NZ), Geraldine Quinn and Sheridan Stewart(MC), surprise guests and more! 90 minutes of hilarious comedy variety! People's Choice Award Nominee 2008, 2009. Winner 2007. Sassy Sexy and very, very funny!

The painfully exciting masters of Kung-Fu Comedy are back with their brilliant mix of hilarious Japanese humour and death-defying antics. Don' t miss this mad, slapstick, Banzai band with their live scorpions, fireworks and a gobsmacking display of chopping, biting, wrapping, exploding and snorting on their 20th Anniversary Tour!

You've seen him on Good News Week, 7pm Project and Thank God You' re Here. He's even funnier live. GET IT INTO YA! "People were literally holding their stomachs and rocking with laughter during Gleeson's show. The audience was hooked and honking with laughter." The Adelaide Advertiser.

Shazam! Tommy Dassalo (writer for 'Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation') presents a scrumptious new show about soft-serve ice cream machines, dogs wearing sunglasses and Microsoft PowerPoint. Book now, I'll wait here. "A feel good hit. ****" - The Age. "He's going to be a Festival favourite." - ABC Radio.

As heard on TripleM. Everybody has thoughts. Tommy thought it was a smart idea to deliberately wet himself to be allowed to leave class early. Sure it was a thought, but it wasn't a good one and did nothing to inspire classroom romance. "The future of funny." Beat Magazine.

Through stunning close-up card magic, stories and song let Tony Roberts take you on a journey of laughs and awe. An unforgettable evening! "Captivating & his finale is a mind blower & definitely worth catching" - Comedy Knockout. "Magic like this is hard to come by ...one smoking night's entertainment" - Fringe Benefits.

Direct from its U.S world premiere - Scod, Yon and Gatesy embark on an epic journey into the mists of fantasy legend. Featuring ELANA STONE as 'the Dragon'. Directed by NEILL GLADWIN. It's going to be incredible - you know that.***** "SOMETIMES 5 STARS JUST AREN'T ENOUGH", The Scotsman.

From a sold-out Melbourne Comedy Festival season and an award-winning Melbourne Fringe season, Vigilantelope arrive in Adelaide to weave song, dance and story into a "madcap romp through space, time and 1990s choreography." (The Age). "Ultimately restored my faith in the art of comedy, theatre & performance." (The Pun).

"Was it a cat I saw?" is a palindrome: the letters read the same forwards and backwards. "Paris Hilton - The Simple Life" is an anagram of "A Little Ho' is Pimpin' Herself": the phrase is rearranged to spell another. "Luke Whitby is right on the money" - The Age. Enough said?

Australian premiere! 'Russian Circus Comic Duo Arlekino' is entertainment for the whole family. This amazing comedy show is comprised of circus tricks, magic, jokes and humour, with audience participation. As well as performing in their native Russia, Duo Arlekino has performed with much popularity in Japan, China and Korea.

Host of The Gruen Transfer. This is what people said about Wil's 2009 show, Wilosophy: "Surprisingly heartfelt, regularly courageous and consistently funny& brilliant." The Age. "Superbly crass, irreverent, smart, manic, soulful and consistently hilarious." The Sun-Herald. **** Scottish Sunday Express. Be the first to see his brand new show.

Fresh from the New York Fringe, Indie-rock Funnyman Zack Adams gives you a new show about love, loss, moving on and everything in between. He spent the last year looking for that "special someone", heck, it could be you! (Or the cute girl behind you) "Devastatingly funny " -Independent Weekly.