OBSERVER: Something Good
Rhys Darby, Mark Watson and Ting Lim will guest star in the Improv Show Something Good at the Comedy Festival on March 29 and April 5, 12 and 19 at the Comedy Republic.
Something Good continues to gain momentum by attracting high-profile special guests and showcasing a cast that has trained at The Second City, iO, and UCB, the renowned institutions that launched many of Saturday Night Live’s most celebrated stars such as Mike Myers, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Bill Hader and Kate McKinnon, reflecting the calibre of talent on Comedy Republic’s stage.
“There is a massive improv culture in the U.S. and we are passionate about bringing this style of comedy, that is the foundation for so many of our favorite comedic actors from film and television, to Australia”, says cast member Amy Ruffle.
“Having guests such as Rhys Darby and Mark Watson join us is such a thrill and honour, and our audience loves seeing these comedic superstars like they’ve never seen them before, in totally unique and completely unpredictable scenarios.”
Unlike stand-up, which involves rehearsed sets, improvisational comedy is made up on the spot. Scenes, storylines, and characters spring to life spontaneously, guided by the rule of “Yes, and…”, where performers accept their partner’s ideas and build upon them.
This collaborative, unscripted approach means no two shows are ever the same.
Performances: March 29 (Headliner Mark Watson), April 5 (Ting Lim), April 12 (Rhys Darby) and April 19 (final mystery guest)
Venue: Comedy Republic, Melbourne
Bookings: comedyrepublic.com.au/
Cheryl Threadgold

