Craic Me Up - Comedy Showcase

What’s the craic?

Craic Me Up brings four of SA’s sharpest comics to the cosy surrounds of the Gilbert Street Hotel—famed for its craft taps, sunny beer garden, and laid-back vibes. Grab a pint, nab a seat, and let the good times roll.

Your laugh doctors for the arvo

Sean Quinn - Irish raised and now Aussie citizen who cut his teeth across the Australian and UK/Ireland circuit before storming every Fringe Festival in Australia. Expect punchy therapy tales, post-colonial digs and craic aplenty.

Marc Ryan - The Beautiful Bogan

Marc has spent the last decade transforming his lived experience into compelling comedy. Better known as “The Beautiful Bogan,” he has performed alongside names like Wil Anderson, Adam Hills, Dave Hughes and Fiona O’Loughlin, and toured New Zealand in support of American comedian Kevin Tate.

In recent years Marc has leaned into a mission — to normalise difficult conversations about mental health. He draws on his experiences with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation to deliver a show that is equal parts laughter and hope.

Expect moments of vulnerability, raw honesty, and, of course, clever humour — all delivered from a genuine and caring place.

Jason Pestell - The Kmart Lad

Jason Pestell’s comedy has always found the humour in the everyday. He began performing in 2004 (Raw Comedy SA state finals) and has since graced stages across the country with his observational, sharp, yet clean brand of humour.

His cult hit show Kmart (K hub) Is Life takes us deep into the world of bargain hunting, homewares, and the emotional connection many of us have with that big orange-and-blue store. He mines the absurdity in everyday rituals — from vacuum cleaners on sale to check-out rearrangements — all with charm and relentless wit.

PLUS SPECIAL MYSTERY GUEST

This show runs on the last Sunday of every month with a rotating line-up. Come for the headliners, stay for the chaos

Expect a fast-moving showcase with zero fluff, plenty of audience banter, and the odd surprise guest when touring comics drop in.