Adam Kay – Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas
Thursday 3 December 2026
7pm
Britain’s twelfth-favourite doctor and author of smash hit This is Going to Hurt returns to Australia with his brand-new live show. Featuring entries from his bestselling festive diaries alongside all-new stand-up and Christmas songs, the show is a love letter to all those who spend the most wonderful time of the year removing babies and baubles (and chocolate wrappers, remote controls, and fairy lights) from the various places they get stuck. A hilarious pre-Christmas night out.
“Funny, disgusting and moving tales with a festive twist.” – The Guardian
“A sleigh-load of ho-ho-horror stories for long-suffering healthcare staff.” – Daily Express
Show details:
Synopsis
Thursday 3 December 2026
7pm
Britain’s twelfth-favourite doctor and author of smash hit This is Going to Hurt returns to Australia with his brand-new live show. Featuring entries from his bestselling festive diaries alongside all-new stand-up and Christmas songs, the show is a love letter to all those who spend the most wonderful time of the year removing babies and baubles (and chocolate wrappers, remote controls, and fairy lights) from the various places they get stuck. A hilarious pre-Christmas night out.
“Funny, disgusting and moving tales with a festive twist.” – The Guardian
“A sleigh-load of ho-ho-horror stories for long-suffering healthcare staff.” – Daily Express
Details
PRESENTED BY:
Bohm Presents
DURATION:
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with no interval.
TICKET DELIVERY:
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AGE SUITABILITY:
This performance is recommended for audiences aged 15+
LATECOMERS:
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VENUE:
Canberra Theatre
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