Comedy

TOD Talks

Improvised TED talks given by comedians to slides they have never seen before.

$20.00 - $25.00
Sessions & Tickets
A man with a bald head and full beard is lying on his side on a red circular rug in the center of a dark stage. He appears relaxed, with his legs stretched out and his upper body slightly propped up by one elbow. Above his head is a large white thought bubble filled with whimsical line drawings, including symbols like light bulbs, hearts, helmets, planets, and tools. These images suggest a variety of ideas, thoughts, or inventions.

Image Credit: Owen Merriman & Michael Gatt

  • Written and Directed by: Gatt & Owen

  • Produced by: The Hairy Godmothers

Terrible Ideas, Improvised.

Each night some of the finest comedians of the festival try to convince us they that are experts... the twist is, they will have no idea what their expert subject is until they walk out on stage! Supported by presention slides they have never seen before.

It is a masterclass in sh*t-talking. A battleground of pop-culture references, quick wit, cringeworthy puns, and improvised absurdity.

TOD Talks will have you clutching your sides in stitches, hanging off every word, and grateful you’re not the one getting on stage.

"The backyard cricket of TED Talks"

Anything can happen in TOD Talks, but rarely are they good ideas.

★★★★★ "Priceless! Cringe-worthy to belly laughing brilliance in just moments" ... "a psychedelic version of TED Talks gone awry" Fringefeed

  • Duration: 60 minutes

  • Age suitability: M

  • Event warnings: Moderate Coarse Language, Some Infrequent/Low Pressure Audience Interaction.

  • Content warnings: Drug References, Sexual References.

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

    Wheelchair Access

    Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall 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, the entrance to Solidarity Hall 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: $20.00 - $25.00

  • Hump Day Discount: $15.00

  • Extra Applause: $30.00

  • Blak Tix: $10.00

  • Concession: $18.00 - $20.00

  • Group 6+: $20.00

"Priceless! Cringe-worthy to belly laughing brilliance in just moments" - Fringefeed

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Sessions: In Person Events

A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.

Date Time Venue

Wednesday, 02 October 2024

6:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall

Hump Day
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Thursday, 03 October 2024

6:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall

 Past Event

Friday, 04 October 2024

6:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall

 Past Event

Saturday, 05 October 2024

6:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall

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Sunday, 06 October 2024

5:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall

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