OBSERVER: Just Because I’m Crying …


Hailing originally from New Zealand, with some time in Australia, and now a resident in the UK, Grace Jarvis has returned to Melbourne for her offering of Just Because I’m Crying Doesn’t Mean I’m Not Having a Nice Time, as part of the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
With performances at many Comedy Festivals including notable success at the renowned Edinburgh Festival, Grace has supported award winning Australian comedian Josh Thomas during one of his celebrated tours.
Opening night jitters soon disappeared as she enlightened us as to her heritage and in particular life in the UK. Her many experiences, whether they were comedic, dramatic or emotional, were well crafted and delivered effortlessly.
Beside her encounters with the UK public transport system some time was spent on her experiences working for the first time in an adult sex shop. It soon became clear she was not familiar with all aspects of the products as she faced some edifying questions from her many all gender customers.
Working from a referral script on a side stool, Grace kept the pace and delivered many punchlines to the responsive audience. With an infectious smile, a bright and giggly disposition, she gave us an engaging performance.
An observation was that it may be a trait that Grace needed to continually brush her long hair away from her face – a little distracting at times when creating her many scenarios.
Until April 20 at the Melbourne Town Hall – Paul’s Place.
Bookings: comedyfestival.com.au

Review by Graeme McCoubrie