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Baba
A comedy show about life, death, family & the indomitable Ukrainian spirit.
- Dates 10 - 14 Oct
- Time 8:00pm (60 minutes)
- Venue Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre
$27.00 - $36.00
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Created by: Joshua Ladgrove & Jason Marion
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Produced by: Gasworks Arts Park & Bright Side Presents
Joshua Ladgrove was a multi-award-winning performer prior to caring for his 97 year-old Ukrainian grandmother ("Baba") in almost complete isolation from February 2020 until her death in August 2022. This is that story and so much more. A funny, moving, occasionally accurate show about life, death, family and the indomitable Ukrainian spirit.“A sensational hour... You’ll leave with your stomach aching of laughter and tears in your eyes” - ★★★★1/2 - The Age WINNER: Moosehead Award (2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival)Golden Gibbo (2019 MICF)Amused Moose Comedy Award (2016 Edinburgh Fringe)Best Comedy (2012 Melbourne Fringe)Did you hear the one about the dead 97-year-old Ukrainian grandma? No? That’s because death isn’t very funny, and y’know, there’s this whole war business going on in Ukraine thanks to ol’ mate Putler, which isn’t exactly a laugh riot, so it’s probably not the best subject matter for a comedy show. What’s life without a challenge though? So here we are, a comedy show about my recently departed grandmother, affectionately known as “Baba”; the best person I’ve ever known.A bold departure from his previous character work as cult buffoon Neal Portenza in various shows (including cult religious icon Jesus H. Christ in the 2015 sensation ‘Come Heckle Christ’), ‘Baba’ sees Joshua perform without a mask for the first time in his career. This new comedy show keeps Baba’s spirit alive, by telling the tale of her extraordinary life. Ukraine, democracy, the scourge of communism, ALDI, a Maltese Terrier Bichon Frisé, bottles of gin, the new Ridge in The Bold & The Beauty, Pokémon, soup, Rick Stein, a boat ride on the Yarra, п'єрогі, the elderly – a mere taste of the complex themes explored in ‘Baba’.If you only see one show at this Fringe, it’s probably because inflation is biting hard and comedy shows aren’t as important as say, chicken breasts or school fees.
About Gasworks Arts Park
Joshua Ladgrove and Jason Marion are award-winning comedians/performers who have co-created a show based on the life of Joshua's recently departed Ukrainian grandmother, aka, Baba.
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Full: $36.00
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Preview: $27.00
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Blak Tix: $25.00
This event is offering Blak Tix, discounted tickets for First Nations audience, in acknowledgement to the traditional custodians of these lands. If this is you, choose this ticket price. -
Concession: $33.00
You qualify for concession prices if you have one (or more) of the following: student card (full time), MEAA membership card, Carer Card, Health Care Card, Pension Card, Veteran Card, all government-issued Seniors Cards. -
Group 4+: $30.00
Select 4 or more tickets at once and the discount will apply at checkout. The price listed is per ticket.
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Member discounts available
This event is eligible for 25% off full price Fringe Dweller tickets. Just add the tickets that you want then login at checkout and you'll get the cheapest tickets. If you're not a member yet, simply add a membership to your cart and you'll be able to access Fringe Dweller prices straight away.
Baba is a complex show, evoking a range of emotions and offering a unique take on the subject of losing a relative - Chortle 13 April 2023.
chortle.co.uk
You’ll leave with a stomach aching of laughs, tears in your eyes and the urge to call your relatives and let them know that you love them. To inspire such a show, you can only imagine what a wonderful woman his Baba must have been.
theage.com.au
Sessions: In Person Events
A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.
| Date | Time | Venue | |
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Tuesday, 10 October 2023 |
8:00pm |
Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre Sold Out
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Past Event |
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Wednesday, 11 October 2023 |
8:00pm |
Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre Sold Out
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Past Event |
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Thursday, 12 October 2023 |
8:00pm |
Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre |
Past Event |
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Friday, 13 October 2023 |
8:00pm |
Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre Almost Gone
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Past Event |
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Saturday, 14 October 2023 |
8:00pm |
Gasworks Arts Park - Studio Theatre Sold Out
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Past Event |
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