ACTS OF ABSURDITY
A Farcical Foray of Circus, Comedy, Dance & Magic
Witness two ʻmust seeʼ artists of outrageously funny proportions combining their talents into one incredible show for your pleasure!
Acts of Absurdity is a thrilling fusion of the most unique, ridiculous and bizarre acts you’ll ever see. Starring award winning, five star internationally renowned physical comedian Daniel Oldaker aka “Dandyman" (La Soireé - Sydney Opera House, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Melb. Int Comedy Fest) and the inimitable variety star Rani Huszar, “Foxy Moron" as seen on ABC’s “Live at the Memo”, “The Sideshow” and the world hit show La Cliqué. Acts of Absurdity takes variety to a whole new level with bite sized morsels of masterful magic, chaotic clowning, preposterous physical feats, musical mayhem, hilarious hi-jinks and much much more!
Oldaker & Huszar have captivated audiences for the last 20 years in over 30 countries around the world with their ridiculous sense of humour, endearing charm, unique and offbeat physical theatre.
Don’t delay: buy a ticket today and prepare yourself for a night of wondrous regale.
Two versions of this show are available: Adults Only & Family Friendly
Check Latest News for Up-Coming Shows
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REVIEWS
“a wonderfully peculiar show that has a little bit of everything, put on by some world-class performers. If you can’t decide what kind of show to see at Fringe this year, put your hard- earned cash towards this superb variety show and see it all. You won’t regret it !!!!! "
Jeniffer Brown - Rip It Up (Fringe World, Perth)
I laughed harder and longer at one act this evening than I have anything else I have seen this fringe“ !!!!!
Charissa McCluskey-Garcia - Clothesline (Fringe World, Perth)
"marvelously joyous, incredibly funny, chaotically clever and enormously engaging"
Susie Lyons - Arts and Cultural Manager (Portland Arts Centre)
Acts of Absurdity is a thrilling fusion of the most unique, ridiculous and bizarre acts you’ll ever see. Starring award winning, five star internationally renowned physical comedian Daniel Oldaker aka “Dandyman" (La Soireé - Sydney Opera House, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Melb. Int Comedy Fest) and the inimitable variety star Rani Huszar, “Foxy Moron" as seen on ABC’s “Live at the Memo”, “The Sideshow” and the world hit show La Cliqué. Acts of Absurdity takes variety to a whole new level with bite sized morsels of masterful magic, chaotic clowning, preposterous physical feats, musical mayhem, hilarious hi-jinks and much much more!
Oldaker & Huszar have captivated audiences for the last 20 years in over 30 countries around the world with their ridiculous sense of humour, endearing charm, unique and offbeat physical theatre.
Don’t delay: buy a ticket today and prepare yourself for a night of wondrous regale.
Two versions of this show are available: Adults Only & Family Friendly
Check Latest News for Up-Coming Shows
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REVIEWS
“a wonderfully peculiar show that has a little bit of everything, put on by some world-class performers. If you can’t decide what kind of show to see at Fringe this year, put your hard- earned cash towards this superb variety show and see it all. You won’t regret it !!!!! "
Jeniffer Brown - Rip It Up (Fringe World, Perth)
I laughed harder and longer at one act this evening than I have anything else I have seen this fringe“ !!!!!
Charissa McCluskey-Garcia - Clothesline (Fringe World, Perth)
"marvelously joyous, incredibly funny, chaotically clever and enormously engaging"
Susie Lyons - Arts and Cultural Manager (Portland Arts Centre)
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ACTS OF ABSURDITY
AN ONLINE ZOOM SHOW LIKE NO OTHER
DRESS UP, DINE IN AND EXPERIENCE YOUR LIVE SCREEN THEATRE IN STYLE
To generate income, employ and provide an outlet for other professional performers in the same position, they have produced a Co-Vid19 adaptation of their show, Acts of Absurdity. Streaming entertainment and laughter direct to homes every Saturday night – it’s been tagged - a dash of new school variety meets GoggleBox meets Big Brother crossed with Pirate TV.
Unlike other online shows, audience members are invited to dress up and join everyone on video in the virtual foyer 20 minutes prior to the show to chat and connect. And then the countdown kicks in and the show begins intertwined with interactive segments and live applause, followed by a costume change and social distance dancing!
The community feels a part of a variety show, young and old can relate to the antics on screen and leave with a sense of wonder, excitement and anything is possible attitude. Variety performances empower people and makes them think they can do amazing things in their life.
In 12 weeks and 14 shows they have performed to over 20,000 people from all over the world from ages 1 – 85 and supported and paid over 60 artists. Award winning crème da le crème of TV/Film and Variety include Frank Woodley (Perrier Award Winner), Micheal Simic (Micheal Angelo and The Blacksea Gentlemen), Damian Callinan (Writer/Actor of Award Winning Iconic Australian Film "The Merger"), Lynn Ruth Miller (The world’s oldest Stand-Up comedian), Clarke McFarlane - Mario Queen of the Circus (Perrier Award Winner), The Space Cowboy (Australia's most prolific World Record Holder)Nicci Wilkes and Emilie Bloom as the Two Donnies, Anna Pocket Rocket, The Pitts Family Circus, Adrian Kaye and Federica Tranchida (Italy), Ben Delmas (Italy), Fiona Scott Norman, David Cassel as The Ukulele Bandito (Germany), Jess Love, Luke Escombe from the Vegetable Plot, Rod Lara (The Very Excellent Mr Dundee), Liz Skitch, Die Roten Punkte, Dado (Germany), Abi Collins ( UK), David Pidd (Claude), Mandy Nolan, Cian Kinsella from Lords of Strut, Le Coup from Company 2, Joel Salom with Erik the Dog and The Birdmann & Egg, Nick Nickolas, Gaffe, Anthony Demasi, Neridah Waters, Mr Snott Bottom, Tara Boom, Sarah Ward, Dr Hubble just to name a few.
This show is available NOW and can be tailored for any event.
Watch Video here:
https://fb.watch/v/b2M6T8VSR/
To generate income, employ and provide an outlet for other professional performers in the same position, they have produced a Co-Vid19 adaptation of their show, Acts of Absurdity. Streaming entertainment and laughter direct to homes every Saturday night – it’s been tagged - a dash of new school variety meets GoggleBox meets Big Brother crossed with Pirate TV.
Unlike other online shows, audience members are invited to dress up and join everyone on video in the virtual foyer 20 minutes prior to the show to chat and connect. And then the countdown kicks in and the show begins intertwined with interactive segments and live applause, followed by a costume change and social distance dancing!
The community feels a part of a variety show, young and old can relate to the antics on screen and leave with a sense of wonder, excitement and anything is possible attitude. Variety performances empower people and makes them think they can do amazing things in their life.
In 12 weeks and 14 shows they have performed to over 20,000 people from all over the world from ages 1 – 85 and supported and paid over 60 artists. Award winning crème da le crème of TV/Film and Variety include Frank Woodley (Perrier Award Winner), Micheal Simic (Micheal Angelo and The Blacksea Gentlemen), Damian Callinan (Writer/Actor of Award Winning Iconic Australian Film "The Merger"), Lynn Ruth Miller (The world’s oldest Stand-Up comedian), Clarke McFarlane - Mario Queen of the Circus (Perrier Award Winner), The Space Cowboy (Australia's most prolific World Record Holder)Nicci Wilkes and Emilie Bloom as the Two Donnies, Anna Pocket Rocket, The Pitts Family Circus, Adrian Kaye and Federica Tranchida (Italy), Ben Delmas (Italy), Fiona Scott Norman, David Cassel as The Ukulele Bandito (Germany), Jess Love, Luke Escombe from the Vegetable Plot, Rod Lara (The Very Excellent Mr Dundee), Liz Skitch, Die Roten Punkte, Dado (Germany), Abi Collins ( UK), David Pidd (Claude), Mandy Nolan, Cian Kinsella from Lords of Strut, Le Coup from Company 2, Joel Salom with Erik the Dog and The Birdmann & Egg, Nick Nickolas, Gaffe, Anthony Demasi, Neridah Waters, Mr Snott Bottom, Tara Boom, Sarah Ward, Dr Hubble just to name a few.
This show is available NOW and can be tailored for any event.
Watch Video here:
https://fb.watch/v/b2M6T8VSR/
RANDOM ACTS OF ABSURDITY
Magical Moments of Joy
Life is pretty Absurd right now but why not make it a little more sane with a Random Act of Absurdity for a friend, family member or work acquaintance. We have specialised in the Absurd for many years and can bring something fun, invigorating, silly and joyful to you or someone you know. We can tailor an Absurd Moment to bring maximum amount of Absrudness to your world. Call or email us today and let's make magical moments happen together in this wondrous world.
Rani Huszar "FOXY MORON"
Rani Huszar “Foxy Moron” is without doubt Australia’s Funniest Comedienne of Magic, with over two decades of experience touring the globe in over 30 countries she is a fantastic tour de force of fabulousness. Huszar hoodwinks, mesmerises and baffles her audience as the outrageously funny plot of pizazz unfolds.
She’s starred on FOXTELL’S “Live at the Memo” & ABC’s “The Sideshow”, has performed in world class variety shows like “La Clique” in Edinburgh, Melbourne and Adelaide. Huszar is one of those artists that you watch and just can’t keep your eyes off, with a multitude of superb skits, bits and routines there is never a dull moment in her 10,20,30,45 mins shows. She combines her unique and special blend of physical comedy with magic and hilarious audience interaction to create an unforgettable experience.
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“Super sensation” The Mercury
“Splendid stupidity at it’s finest” West Australian
“A great fun evening of Absurdity” The Clothesline ★★★★★
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
La Cliqué (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Big Top Bob with Bob Downe (The Famous Spiegltent, Melb. Int. Comedy Festival), Hot lips Variety Show (Malmo, Sweden), Melbourne International Comedy Festival (Art Versus Entertainment, The Great Gondos), Port Morseby Sing-Sing Festival, Edmonton Street Theatre Festival, Stunt Performer in "First Strike" with Jackie Chan), Stunt Performer in "Ghost Rider " starring Nicholas Cage
She’s starred on FOXTELL’S “Live at the Memo” & ABC’s “The Sideshow”, has performed in world class variety shows like “La Clique” in Edinburgh, Melbourne and Adelaide. Huszar is one of those artists that you watch and just can’t keep your eyes off, with a multitude of superb skits, bits and routines there is never a dull moment in her 10,20,30,45 mins shows. She combines her unique and special blend of physical comedy with magic and hilarious audience interaction to create an unforgettable experience.
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“Super sensation” The Mercury
“Splendid stupidity at it’s finest” West Australian
“A great fun evening of Absurdity” The Clothesline ★★★★★
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
La Cliqué (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Big Top Bob with Bob Downe (The Famous Spiegltent, Melb. Int. Comedy Festival), Hot lips Variety Show (Malmo, Sweden), Melbourne International Comedy Festival (Art Versus Entertainment, The Great Gondos), Port Morseby Sing-Sing Festival, Edmonton Street Theatre Festival, Stunt Performer in "First Strike" with Jackie Chan), Stunt Performer in "Ghost Rider " starring Nicholas Cage
Daniel Oldaker "DANDYMAN"
Welcome to the wonderful and ridiculously funny world of Dandyman
One of Australia’s finest and funniest physical comedians Daniel Oldaker "Dandyman" is a five star, award-winning master and maestro of the absurd who draws on 20 years of performance experience in over 30 countries, Daniel has trained with Phillippe Gaulier (Sascha Baron Cohens mentor), sought after by Cirque du Soleil and other major touring companies and performed at many of the most highly regarded festivals and venues around the globe.
He is also a very competent MC/Compère and has presented at many Community Events, Cabaret and Variety shows.
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"Daniel Oldaker maximises the subtlety of live performance, often using little more than his eyebrows to get huge laughs from he audience" ★★★★★ Winnipeg Press
“Oldaker is a master of object manipulation" ★★★★ Herald Sun
“Presented with exceptional energy, the show demonstrates Oldaker’s live performance skills while constantly subverting the conventions of comedy and circus, withdrawing the predictability to offer a genuinely unique Festival experience”
Jonathon Rivett - The Punn
AWARDS & NOMINATIONS
Best International Act - Busan International Comedy Festival
Patrons Pick - Winnipeg Fringe Festival
Nominated Just For Laughs Best Comedy Award - St Ambroise Festival, Montreal
Green Room Award - Choose Your Own Variety With Ali McGregor Produced by Arts Centre Melbourne (Collaborating Artist)
Green Room Award Nomination for Best Cabaret Show - Acts of Absurdity
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Busan International Comedy Festival (Sth. Korea), Brisbane Festival, La Soireé (Sydney Opera House), Melbourne International Comedy Festival (Art Versus Entertainment, Dandyman, Live Flavor, The Great Gondos, Agogo Agogo, Mnuh), La Cliqué in The Famous Spiegeltent (Edinburgh, Melb., Adelaide), Lainsuojattomat Festival (Finland), Canal City (Fukuoka, Japan) Festival Internacional De Artistas De Rua Da Bahia (Brazil), Indianapolis Fringe (USA), Hotlips Variety Show(Sweden), Featured Extra in Paul Hogan's "The Very Excellent Mr Dundee", Ali McGregor’s Variety Hour (Hamer Hall), ABC’s “The Sideshow."
One of Australia’s finest and funniest physical comedians Daniel Oldaker "Dandyman" is a five star, award-winning master and maestro of the absurd who draws on 20 years of performance experience in over 30 countries, Daniel has trained with Phillippe Gaulier (Sascha Baron Cohens mentor), sought after by Cirque du Soleil and other major touring companies and performed at many of the most highly regarded festivals and venues around the globe.
He is also a very competent MC/Compère and has presented at many Community Events, Cabaret and Variety shows.
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"Daniel Oldaker maximises the subtlety of live performance, often using little more than his eyebrows to get huge laughs from he audience" ★★★★★ Winnipeg Press
“Oldaker is a master of object manipulation" ★★★★ Herald Sun
“Presented with exceptional energy, the show demonstrates Oldaker’s live performance skills while constantly subverting the conventions of comedy and circus, withdrawing the predictability to offer a genuinely unique Festival experience”
Jonathon Rivett - The Punn
AWARDS & NOMINATIONS
Best International Act - Busan International Comedy Festival
Patrons Pick - Winnipeg Fringe Festival
Nominated Just For Laughs Best Comedy Award - St Ambroise Festival, Montreal
Green Room Award - Choose Your Own Variety With Ali McGregor Produced by Arts Centre Melbourne (Collaborating Artist)
Green Room Award Nomination for Best Cabaret Show - Acts of Absurdity
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Busan International Comedy Festival (Sth. Korea), Brisbane Festival, La Soireé (Sydney Opera House), Melbourne International Comedy Festival (Art Versus Entertainment, Dandyman, Live Flavor, The Great Gondos, Agogo Agogo, Mnuh), La Cliqué in The Famous Spiegeltent (Edinburgh, Melb., Adelaide), Lainsuojattomat Festival (Finland), Canal City (Fukuoka, Japan) Festival Internacional De Artistas De Rua Da Bahia (Brazil), Indianapolis Fringe (USA), Hotlips Variety Show(Sweden), Featured Extra in Paul Hogan's "The Very Excellent Mr Dundee", Ali McGregor’s Variety Hour (Hamer Hall), ABC’s “The Sideshow."
DANIEL OLDAKER-MC/COMPÈRE
If you are seeking an MC or host for your event, Daniel is the natural choice. Whether it’s a company event, private party or full-scale stage show, Daniel has the gift of the gab with the skills to compliment.
EXPERIENCE:
* Moocaboola Festival (Hunters Hill Council) * Carols by the Lake 2017,18 (Moreland Council)
* Springvale Snowfest (City of Greater Dandenong) * Brisbane City Council (Christmas Tights)
* Aus. Day Celebrations (Dandenong Council) * Mulgrave Fun Day (Monash City Council
* Hi-Fi Bar, Melb. Int. Comedy Festival * Big Top, Hoopla Festival, Sydney
* Commonwealth Bank, Twin Waters Resort * Hyundai Christmas Party, Hyatt, Melb.
* Christmas Spectacular, Moonee Valle) * Regal Tent, Adelaide Fringe Festival
* Nat. Inst. of Circus Arts Variety show * National Circus Festival 2015,13,11,09,07
* TV Presenters Course, Brave Studios
“Daniel was a wonderful MC at our community event, he was engaging, funny, and entertaining, and the audience loved him!”
Marina Lysenko, City of Greater Dandenong Festivals & Events
“Daniel the Dandyman came highly recommended. Now it’s my turn. Hire Daniel! He is awesomely funny, very professional, a pleasure to work with and in a league of his own being a cut above the rest- he’s the bestest”
Adrian Black, Events Co-ordinator Hunter’s Hill Council
"Thank you so much for your excellent work! You are so talented with engaging with the community and filling in the stage.
It was absolutely a pleasure working with you.
Julie Day, Moreland City Council
Daniel's show at the Kids ArtyFarty Festival this year was fantastic, in a festival full of nonstop action, performance, activities and giant slides, he had the audience absolutely glued to his every move and loving every minute of it! I can't wait to have him and his fancy little pink straw bowtie back with us again next year!
Roland Fraval, Festival Coordinator, Banyule City Council
“We absolutely loved having Varietyville delighting the crowds at the Joondalup Festival.
Daniel Oldaker is a delightful and quick witted MC with the perfect mix of humour, charm and professionalism.”
Nicole Warren, Principal Arts Officer, City of Joondalup
Daniel Oldaker took to the stage at the Monash City Council’s children festival, Mulgrave Fun Day. Daniel’s professionalism and engaging nature kept the children and adults alike entertained as the MC. Daniel’s personable nature makes him a great performer that is able to communicate and captivate an audience. The main stage never lost its audience and this was due to the performing skills and comedic skills of the MC. Daniel kept the stage live and flowing and was a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with Daniel in the future.
Monash City Council
EXPERIENCE:
* Moocaboola Festival (Hunters Hill Council) * Carols by the Lake 2017,18 (Moreland Council)
* Springvale Snowfest (City of Greater Dandenong) * Brisbane City Council (Christmas Tights)
* Aus. Day Celebrations (Dandenong Council) * Mulgrave Fun Day (Monash City Council
* Hi-Fi Bar, Melb. Int. Comedy Festival * Big Top, Hoopla Festival, Sydney
* Commonwealth Bank, Twin Waters Resort * Hyundai Christmas Party, Hyatt, Melb.
* Christmas Spectacular, Moonee Valle) * Regal Tent, Adelaide Fringe Festival
* Nat. Inst. of Circus Arts Variety show * National Circus Festival 2015,13,11,09,07
* TV Presenters Course, Brave Studios
“Daniel was a wonderful MC at our community event, he was engaging, funny, and entertaining, and the audience loved him!”
Marina Lysenko, City of Greater Dandenong Festivals & Events
“Daniel the Dandyman came highly recommended. Now it’s my turn. Hire Daniel! He is awesomely funny, very professional, a pleasure to work with and in a league of his own being a cut above the rest- he’s the bestest”
Adrian Black, Events Co-ordinator Hunter’s Hill Council
"Thank you so much for your excellent work! You are so talented with engaging with the community and filling in the stage.
It was absolutely a pleasure working with you.
Julie Day, Moreland City Council
Daniel's show at the Kids ArtyFarty Festival this year was fantastic, in a festival full of nonstop action, performance, activities and giant slides, he had the audience absolutely glued to his every move and loving every minute of it! I can't wait to have him and his fancy little pink straw bowtie back with us again next year!
Roland Fraval, Festival Coordinator, Banyule City Council
“We absolutely loved having Varietyville delighting the crowds at the Joondalup Festival.
Daniel Oldaker is a delightful and quick witted MC with the perfect mix of humour, charm and professionalism.”
Nicole Warren, Principal Arts Officer, City of Joondalup
Daniel Oldaker took to the stage at the Monash City Council’s children festival, Mulgrave Fun Day. Daniel’s professionalism and engaging nature kept the children and adults alike entertained as the MC. Daniel’s personable nature makes him a great performer that is able to communicate and captivate an audience. The main stage never lost its audience and this was due to the performing skills and comedic skills of the MC. Daniel kept the stage live and flowing and was a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with Daniel in the future.
Monash City Council
NOSEY PARKER & STICKY BEAK
Community Engagement Specialists
Public relation professionals Nosey Parker and Sticky Beak are here to save the day. They like to nose what's going on, and their business is yours and your business is there's. From comedy rap songs to mind boggling magic they masterfully transform any event into a fun-filled fantasia. Recently they were hired at the Hamilton Island Airport where they received an overwhelmingly positive response from both guests and staff.
Don't delay book them today for highly trained pop-up entertainment that is original and absolutely undoubtedly funny.
Don't delay book them today for highly trained pop-up entertainment that is original and absolutely undoubtedly funny.