Comedy for the Curious: 2027
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Marine biologist turned award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to FRINGE WORLD with a brand new topic of her critically acclaimed science comedy panel show. This year is all about the psychology and science of Motivation. Host and featured science comedian Robyn Perkins will be joined by an industry specialist in motivation: ARC Laureate Fellow Professor Sharon Parker or Dr. Joseph Carpini (PhD, FHEA, MAHRI), and comedian guest Ty Gray.
Shaftesbury Fringe 2023 Award Winner, Best Comedy.
"Clever, engaging and genuinely entertaining" ★★★★ The Perth Diary, 2026
"A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" ★★★★ One4Review, 2025
"Enlightening and uproarious" ★★★★½ FringeFeed, 2024
Sessions
- Wed 03 Feb - Sat 06 Feb: 6:20pm
Ticket Prices
- Full Price: $32.00 to $36.00
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Concession:
$27.50 to $31.00
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Group (6+):
$28.00 to $30.00 (6 ticket minimum)
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Friends Frenzy:
$22.50 to $25.50
Prices may not be available on all sessions
A transaction fee of up to $4.80 applies per order (some exceptions apply). Read more at fees explained.
1 Venue
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The Hat Trick at The Pleasure Garden
Russell Square, James St, Northbridge
The Pleasure Garden can be accessed from James Street and Aberdeen Street.
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & warnings
Presenter
Presented by: Robyn Perkins
Robyn Perkins is a multi-award-winning American comedian based in London, renowned for her high-energy performances that blend scientific insight with personal anecdotes. She performs internationally, including in the UK, Singapore and Australia every year. Robyn's unique approach to comedy involves using her scientific background to explore and humorously dissect life's most emotionally charged topics, making them relatable and entertaining, as well as interesting and thought provoking. If you were going to put a tag line to it, it would be: Comedy that Assumes You Are Paying Attention. Awards include 2025 and 2020 Weekly Award in Comedy at Perth FRINGE WORLD, 2023 Best Comedy at Shaftesbury Fringe, 2019 Comedy Award at The Sydney FringeSocial media