Melbourne International Comedy Festival comedian Q&A: Jez Watts, The Nasty Show

Jez Watts says you can leave your hang-ups at the door when you enter this filthy, offensive world of comedy.

Comedian Jez Watts is showing at this year’s comedy fest

What can people expect from your show at this year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival?

It’s real filthy, offensive comedy from headliners. Not for everyone.

If you’re new to MICF, tell us about you. If not, tell us what you’ve been up to since last time you were here.

We’ve been touring The Nasty Show all over. We had over 2000 people come to last year’s Edinburgh Fringe.

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Spruik it! Who should see your show, and why?

Come if you’re tired of boring, inoffensive jokey jokes and characters.

If you think you might be offended then definitely stay away.

It sells out everywhere so buy in advance or you probably won’t get in.

We’ve had loads of awesome comics on: Ari Shaffir, Luke Heggie, Nick Cody, Wil Sylvince, Laura Davis, Katie Burch, Chris Wainhouse, Marcel Lucont etc.

What’s your No. 1 tip for people coming to see a show at the comedy festival?

Leave your hang-ups at the door.

Which other comedians/shows are you keen to see at this year’s festival, and why?

Michelle Wolfe, Fern Brady and Maria Bamford. They’re absolute killers.

What stands out to you about Melbourne?

Scarfs. Lots and lots of scarfs.

Who or what is your comedic inspiration, and why?

Ari Shaffir and Big Jay Oakerson are two absolute favourites.

They both are just such incredible storytellers you almost forget how dirty they are.

Anything else you want us to know about you or your show?

It’s gonna be great.

Jez Watts, The Nasty Show, MARCH 29-APRIL 20, Angel Music Bar, 12 Bourke St. BOOK TICKETS.