Comedy

Con vs Con vs Con

Nominee Golden Gibbo Award, 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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5 versions of a mulleted Con Coutis, dressed in a martial arts gi, strike fighting poses at the camera.
4 versions of a mulleted Con Coutis, dressed in a martial arts gi, strike fighting poses at each other.
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Image Credit: Nick Robertson

5 versions of a mulleted Con Coutis, dressed in a martial arts gi, strike fighting poses at the camera.
4 versions of a mulleted Con Coutis, dressed in a martial arts gi, strike fighting poses at each other.

  • Created by: Con Coutis

  • Dramaturg: Justin Gardam

Who will win the bout of the century?

In the blue corner, the undisputed stand-up champion, weighing in at 287 gigs: Con Coutis! In the red corner, the sketch comedy contender: Con Coutis! In the salmon corner, the sound effects strongman: Con Coutis! Dozens of Cons – in dozens of corners – battle it out to secure the elusive comedy belt!

“A hilarious and surprisingly innovative work of sky high comedic prowess.” - Australian Arts Review.

“More impressive than I can possibly summarise in a review.” - Funny Tonne.

"One of the slickest, fastest-paced and funniest hours of comedy I have seen." - Squirrel Comedy.

  • Duration: 60 minutes

  • Age suitability: M

  • Event warnings: Mild Coarse Language, Both Sudden And Sustained Loud Noises, Some Infrequent/Low Pressure Audience Interaction.

  • The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box
    118 Elgin St, Carlton, VIC, 3053

    Wheelchair Access

    The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box is wheelchair accessible.

    There is step-free access to the venue. Wheelchair users enter at the main entrance. The Black Box and all downstairs spaces, including the bar, are accessible.
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    More accessibility info available via website - www.themotley.com.au/about.html

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  • Full: $25.00

  • Concession: $22.00

  • Extra Applause: $28.00

  • Hump Day Discount: $18.75

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Date Time Venue

Monday, 09 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Wednesday, 11 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Thursday, 12 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Friday, 13 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Saturday, 14 October 2023

7:30pm

The Motley Bauhaus - Black Box

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Sunday, 15 October 2023

7:30pm

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