Looking for something guaranteed to have the whole family laughing these school holidays? Australia’s favourite kids’ comedians The Listies are heading to Bondi Pavilion with their brand-new live show, This Show is a Joke!, promising one hour of outrageous fun, ridiculous comedy and non-stop laughs for audiences aged 5 to 5 million.
Whether you’re bringing the kids, the grandparents or simply your own inner child, this laugh-out-loud performance is designed for everyone who enjoys a good dose of silliness.
Expect Pure Family Fun (And Absolutely No Educational Value!)
Matt Kelly and Richard Higgins – better known as The Listies – have built a reputation as Australia’s kings of family comedy. Their latest production is packed with slapstick, songs, outrageous sketches and absurd humour that keeps both children and adults entertained from beginning to end.
The show features an unforgettable collection of ridiculous moments, including:
- The world’s ugliest baby
- The solar system’s silliest cowboys
- The universe’s greatest toilet paper cannons
- More bubbles than you’ve ever seen
- Plenty of bananas
- A possible appearance by Batman (they’ve texted him, so fingers crossed!)
The Listies make no secret of the fact that this show contains zero educational content—just pure, side-splitting entertainment.
Award-Winning Comedy for the Whole Family
The Listies have become a favourite with families across Australia and internationally, performing more than 120 shows every year throughout Australia and the UK.
Since forming in 2008, Matt and Rich have collected an impressive list of awards, including:
- Best Children’s Show – Melbourne Fringe Festival
- Sydney Theatre Award
- HarperCollins Best Designed Children’s Fiction Book
- Golden Gibbo Award – Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Many families will also recognise them from their ABC shows Art Blast and What’s With The Listies, as well as their popular YouTube channel and social media.
Event Details
📍 Venue: Bondi Pavilion Theatre
📅 Performance Dates:
- Thursday 8 October 2026 – 6:00pm
- Friday 9 October 2026 – 11:00am & 2:00pm
- Saturday 10 October 2026 – 11:00am & 1:30pm
🎟 Ticket Prices
- Full: $25
- Concession: $20
- Mob Tix: $20
- Family of 4: $80
Recommended Age: 5 years and over.
Please note the performance includes some sudden loud noises, lasers, smoke effects and audience members may get a little wet during the show.
A Fantastic School Holiday Outing
If you’re looking for an affordable family activity these school holidays, This Show is a Joke! ticks all the boxes. It’s fast-paced, interactive, wonderfully silly and guaranteed to leave both kids and grown-ups laughing long after the curtain comes down.
Whether you’re already a fan of The Listies or discovering them for the first time, this is one school holiday show that promises plenty of unforgettable family memories.
For more information or to book tickets, visit the Bondi Pavilion website or contact Bondi Pavilion on (02) 9083 8400.
