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Comedy, Circus & Magic

Upcoming acts, stand-up, shows and performances

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1 - 8 Jul 2023 Kids & Families

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Ages 5+ | The Flying Fruit Fly Circus is back with a brand new show where knockabout comedy meets breathtaking aerials. Witness the incredible talents of young performers in this all-round circus extravaganza!

6 Aug 2023 Comedy

Zakir Khan

After a massively successful special, Tathastu, Zakir Khan is on a world tour with his new show!

19 Nov 2023 Comedy

The Imperfects

We’re all imperfect. No one knows this better than The Imperfects Podcast. And now, performing their first-ever live show, co-hosts Hugh Van Cuylenburg, Ryan Shelton and Josh Van Cuylenburg are about to find out how truly imperfect they really are.

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The stylish Scotsman who's reinventing mentalism

Scott Silven isn't your average magician. He sees magic as storytelling – "a metaphor for something greater". Ahead of Wonders, we talk to Silven about the art of magic.

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The making of a comedy persona

Myra DuBois brings laughter back from the grave.

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What’s it really like to run away with the circus?

Ever wondered what it's like to run away with the circus? Jascha Boyce and Darcy Grant from contemporary circus production The Mirror share the high-flying details.

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