Comedy

Pope Benedict the IX

The hilariously unpredictable antics of history's most notorious teenage pope.

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Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace, cheekily smiles at camera in front of bright red background.
Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace in front of bright red background. He sexily bites at a tassel from his hat while sultrily looking into the camera.
Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace, sits forlornly in front of bright red background.

Image Credit: Nick Robertson

Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace, cheekily smiles at camera in front of bright red background.
Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace in front of bright red background. He sexily bites at a tassel from his hat while sultrily looking into the camera.
Sri Lankan Man in red and white pope costume adorned with an ornate cross necklace, sits forlornly in front of bright red background.

  • Performed by: Pedro Cooray

  • Directed by: Andy Balloch

  • Produced by: Soothplayers

Have you ever wanted something so badly only to find that when you got it you didn't want it after all? Imagine that "something" is a job, and that job is being the Pope!

Benedict the Ninth (born 1012 AD) was the only person in history to be Pope more than once—and now he’s back for another try. In this actual historical tale told through sketch, storytelling, and a dubious Italian accent, discover how an 18-year-old vapid gay party boy became the most powerful man in Europe... three times.

Pedro is a cast member of Channel Ten's "Thank God You're Here" and a key player in the award-nominated Soothplayers, known for 'Completely Improvised Potter,' 'Completely Improvised Shakespeare,' and 'Completely Improvised Survivor,' which have wowed sold-out crowds across Australia. He also performs with The Big HOO-HAA!, Melbourne's longest-running and best-loved weekly improv show.

Praise for Soothplayers
"A sure bet" Herald Sun
"Supremely talented" Stage Whispers
"Hysterical, ingenious and riveting" Shakespeare OZ

  • Duration: 60 minutes

  • Age suitability: MA15+

  • Event warnings: Moderate Coarse Language, High Level Of Audience Participation.

  • Content warnings: Misogyny, Queerphobia Or Homophobia, Sexual References.

Please see Relaxed Guide Document for Sat 12th Oct session - HERE

  • Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers
    Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton, VIC, 3053

    Wheelchair Access

    Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers is wheelchair accessible. The entrance to the venue is on Lygon St. You can head up the front stairs and through the main doors, from there head right to get to the Loading Dock.If you need step-free access, head to the driveway located on the left-hand side of the main entrance on Lygon Street. The driveway will lead you into the courtyard. From the courtyard, there will be a lift on your right. Head to the first floor and turn left. Continue down the corridor, past Solidarity Hall and through the doors into the Victoria street building, Old Council Chmabers is on the left. Volunteers will be available along the route to assist you if needed. Please don't hesitate to ask for help

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  • Full: $32.00

  • Hump Day Discount: $24.00

  • Group 6+: $22.00

  • Extra Applause: $35.00

  • Blak Tix: $10.00

  • Concession: $27.00

Sessions: In Person Events

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Wednesday, 09 October 2024

8:45pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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Thursday, 10 October 2024

8:45pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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Friday, 11 October 2024

8:45pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

4:15pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

8:45pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

7:45pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Old Council Chambers

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