Mel McGlensey is NORMAL
Alternative comedian Mel McGlensey is trapped inside a simulation. She will only be let out if she can be normal for an entire hour of comedy. Can she do it? She'll need your help -- she's letting her (very normal) audience choose what happens. Come along for a one-of-a-kind collaborative clown experience plumbing the depths of normaldom, as decided by you. Let's have a normal one, folks!
Performed by Mel McGlensey.
Co-created by Douglas Wilson.
Directed by Sharnema Nougar.
"A seductive, deftly realised creation... Delightfully weird." - British Comedy Guide
'A fresh and fearless brand of physical comedy' **** List, MOTORBOAT
'Unexpected but dazzling celebration of creativity!' ***** PerthHappenings.com.au, MOTORBOAT
Presented by: Melissa McGlensey
Melissa McGlensey is a Melbourne-based comedian, writer, and producer originally from the USA. Since making Australia her home in 2016, she has become a vibrant force in the comedy scene, with a special interest in alternative comedy and clowning.
A seasoned satirist, Melissa is a writer and contributor to The Onion and Reductress, with her work also appearing in The Betoota Advocate, The Hard Times, The Huffington Post, and more.
Her previous show Motorboat won overall Best Comedy and the Hollywood Fringe Tour Ready award at Adelaide Fringe 2024 and was nominated for a Golden Gibbo at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024, as well as a weekly Best Comedy win at Perth World Fringe 2025.
Her new show, NORMAL, was longlisted for ISH Best Tech at Edinburgh Fringe 2025.
Sessions
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1 Venue
The Parlour at The Pleasure Garden
Russell Square, James St, Northbridge
The Pleasure Garden can be accessed from James Street and Parker 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