The Laugh Stand, one of Sydney’s most famous comedy nights, is shaking up its weekly event at Harold Park Hotel with Laugh Against Lyme, raising much-needed funds for research into the debilitating Lyme disease.
The lineup includes Andrew Barnett, Mark Williamson, Peter Meisel and the upcoming talent Cait Johnson, who tells us all about what’s in store.
You’re appearing on the Laugh Against Lyme comedy showcase at The Laugh Stand – what can you tell us about the cause?
I know a couple of people who have had Lyme disease and as far as I know it is quite misunderstood. I’m very glad I can contribute to this cause.
In your experiences, is it true that laughter is the best medicine?
It depends! I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like to laugh. It certainly has made me feel better in many situations!
The Laugh Stand is a Sydney institution – what does the venue mean to the local comedy scene?
I think it is a place that comics love to perform in because it is such a well established venue. It also has such a nice vibe!
You often hear of comedians lying to people when they’re asked what they do for a living, if only to avoid being asked to tell a joke. What do you tell people you do for a living?
I wish I could say I was a comic! I don’t earn enough to justify such a title. I tell people I’m “in insurance”.
What’s on your schedule for the rest of the year?
I have just finished a run at Sydney Fringe and am now doing spots in various venues round Sydney. I’m also planning a short trip to Melbourne to gig down there too.
Laugh Against Lyme happens at Harold Park Hotel on Friday October 16.
