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Melbourne International Comedy Festival proudly presents

Ian Smith

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  • United Kingdom

Nominee Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith makes his Australian solo debut with his critically acclaimed new show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off Amazon.

As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and heard on The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth, Just A Minute and his own BBC Radio 4 series, Ian Smith Is Stressed.

'One of the tightest, most well-oiled hours at the Fringe this year.' ★★★★★ The Telegraph (UK)

'An hour of gimmick-free stand-up with a world-class gag rate.' ★★★★½ Chortle (UK)

'Catnip for comedy lovers.' ★★★★ The Guardian (UK)

'Ian Smith is at the top of his game.' ★★★★ The Scotsman

'A distinctive talent.' ★★★★ The Times (UK)

Suitable for audiences 15+

Language – mild language

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Nominee Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith makes his Australian solo debut with his critically acclaimed new show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off Amazon.

As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and heard on The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth, Just A Minute and his own BBC Radio 4 series, Ian Smith Is Stressed.

'One of the tightest, most well-oiled hours at the Fringe this year.' ★★★★★ The Telegraph (UK)

'An hour of gimmick-free stand-up with a world-class gag rate.' ★★★★½ Chortle (UK)

'Catnip for comedy lovers.' ★★★★ The Guardian (UK)

'Ian Smith is at the top of his game.' ★★★★ The Scotsman

'A distinctive talent.' ★★★★ The Times (UK)

Suitable for audiences 15+

Language – mild language

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