Deadly Darwin Goes Walkabout
OH, LOOKOUT! THE comical crew from Deadly Darwin are going walkabout across the Northern Territory, delivering their quick wit and signature humour to the masses.
By Tierney Seccull
Forming in 2018, Deadly Darwin Mob was created to spread good vibes and healing through laughter, showcasing local Aboriginal comedians and creating important dialogue.
The original comic cohort was made up of four members, a number that has since grown to 11. They’ve performed all over Darwin including sold-out shows at Brown’s Mart, and Garrmalang, Darwin Fringe and Seabreeze festivals.
“We believe laughter is the best medicine, and there’s a lot of healing that needs to be undertaken today – we believe we are the ones to do it,” says founding member, Richard Fejo.
This month, comedians Paul Seden, Richard Fejo, James Parfitt and Richie Harrison hit the road to Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs to share some laughs and healing vibes. As an added bonus, they’re hosting a bunch of free workshops for young people and adults to flex their funny bones.
“The workshops are about empowerment,” says Fejo.
“If we can convince some youth to get up and tell a few jokes, the ulterior motive is that it’s working on public speaking, which helps them develop their own personal skills that, for example, could help them get through a job interview.”
Times have been tough of late, with many still coming to terms with the disruptions of recent years, and Deadly Darwin hopes to spread a little joy, have a little laugh, and have a deadly time.
Don’t miss these cheeky stand-up comics with a penchant for adventure, as they go walkabout in a town near you.
Deadly Darwin Goes Walkabout
Katherine
WHEN TUE 13 SEP 5PM WORKSHOP | 7PM SHOW
AT GYRACC
COST $22 | $18 CONC
INFO gyracc.org.au
Tennant Creek
WHEN WED 14 SEP 5PM WORKSHOP | 7PM SHOW
AT BARKLY REGIONAL ARTS
COST $15
INFO artbacknt.com.au
Alice Springs
WHEN FRI 16 SEP 5PM WORKSHOP | 7PM SHOW
AT MONTE’S LOUNGE
COST $15
INFO artbacknt.com.au
Photo: Paz Tassone
