Scott Carson is already in the business of making people smile. As co-founder of The Business of Smiles, he helps people and communities connect. Now he has added stand-up comedy to his toolkit. A proud Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School graduate, Scott has taken his passion for human connection onto the comedy stage, swapping a friendly smile for a microphone …
Shepparton-based performer Trish Baggs is a talented pianist, vocalist and musical director who has now added stand-up comedy to her creative repertoire. With decades of experience in music and regional theatre, Trish brings natural showmanship and a commanding stage presence to comedy. Now a proud Hard Knock Knocks alumna, she proves it is never too late to begin a new …
One of Melbourne’s most popular Singer Celebrant MCs, Veronica Lees-Amato (or “V”, as her comedy moniker) might be new to stand-up—but she’s no stranger to the stage. With a long and vibrant career entertaining crowds across all kinds of events, she brought her signature energy and charisma to the Hard Knock Knocks stage Respected, lively, and never short on sparkle, …
South African born Charné performed her debut stand-up comedy performance at the Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School in February, and as you can see she nailed it. Witty, sassy with humility to self criticise, Charné quickly won over the audience, becoming a favourite for the night. Charné perfomed alongside comedy greats, Bradford Oakes and Dave O’Neil, as well as returning …
Anoushka performed her debut stand-up comedy set after joining Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School’s May comedy course, and as you can see, she absolutely owned the moment. Sharp, warm and confidently herself, Anoushka quickly connected with the audience. She spent five nights learning the fundamentals of stand-up, from writing jokes and shaping stories to stagecraft, timing and delivery. A particularly …
Alf is a television reporter, so she’s not afraid of being the focus of attention. The next step for her was to try stand up comedy, and as you can see from the video below, she absolutely nailed it on stage! Performed alongside international comedy legend Arj Barker, bringing her charisma, storytelling skills, and sharp wit to the mic, earning …
Lexy is a dynamic public speaker and natural on stage, known for blending humour, warmth, and insight to captivate audiences. Having completed the Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School course in September with guidance from celebrity comedian and fellow Brit Jeff Green, she brings both professional polish and comedic timing to every performance. As you can see from this graduation performance …
Adelaide-born Kosta came to Melbourne to fill a gay quota. Don’t believe us? Watch his set below. This was Kosta’s very first stand-up comedy set, and as you will see, both the audience AND he are having a great time. Kosta is now past of the Hard Knock Knocks alumni, and so his stand-up set will continue to evolve and …
British-born graduate ‘Big Michael’ smashed his debut stand-up comedy set in front of a packed room of friends and family at the September Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School in Melbourne. His big smile and charm also won over the rest of the audience, proving that he has what it takes to make it big in comedy – Goodwill. Watch for …
