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16 – 19 Oct

Mental

  • Comedy
  • Entertainment

A revolving lineup of new and established comics bring you their (neuro)spiciest material.

The lineup includes: Robyn Reynolds (MICF Best Newcomer nominee 2025), Firdi Billimoria (Thank God You’re Here), Meg Jäger (Comedy Zone), Rose Bishop (Breast of the Fest) and more. There will be a fresh batch of faces every night, always hosted by born-again bisexual, Freddie Arthur (RAW Comedy National Finalist 2025), who will be dressed entirely in anti-depressants.

Part of Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Hours

Date Times
Thu 16 Oct
  • 8pm - 9.30pm 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Fri 17 Oct
  • 8pm - 9.30pm 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Sat 18 Oct
  • 8pm - 9.30pm 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Sun 19 Oct
  • 7pm - 8.30pm 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location

Theory Bar
Ground Floor/19-23 Meyers Pl
Melbourne 3000

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Price and bookings

From $10 to $40

Adult / general $30
Senior $25
Student / concession $25
Book online for Mental

Contact details

  • telephone number: 0447 033 755
  • email address: freddiearthurcomedy@gmail.com
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Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Companion card accepted
  • Mobility access
  • Service animals

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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