Melbourne International Comedy Festival comedian Q&A: Thomas Gorham, Arrr we there yet?!

Ahoy matey, get your pirate swagger on with this stunt-filled, family friendly line-up.

Thomas Gorham Melbourne Comedy Festival 2019.

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

Incredible acrobatic stunts performed by the most hilarious and talented acrobats at this years comedy festival.

Flips, laughs, slapstick and death-defying skill.

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

Absolutely EVERYBODY.

This is not just a kids’ show, we have had adults return to watch the show without bringing their kids.

Something for everyone.

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

Open up your mind to other genres than stand-up.

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

Dummies Incorprated — you don’t mess with the dummies.

They are fellow circus/comedy legends.

What do you love about Melbourne?

I live in Melbourne.

And the most incredible thing is people are MORE than just friendly, they pride themselves on being helpful, honest and a loving city.

Who or what is your comedic inspiration, and why?

Old Vaudeville comic acrobatic routines.

That and Jackie Chan, he is like a superhero to physical culture and comedy.

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

It’s pirate themed, what else do you need?

THOMAS GORHAM, HEAD FIRST ACROBATS, ARRR WE THERE YET?!, APRIL 6-21, THE FAMOUS SPIEGELTENT AT ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE, 100 ST KILDA RD. BOOK TICKETS