Reuben Kaye
Multi-award-winning cabaret extraordinaire Reuben Kaye is known for his acerbic wit, casual sensationalism, exceptional talent and political engagement. He’s racked up millions of views across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, plus made guest appearances on Spicks and Specks, the Melbourne International Comedy Fest Gala, Celebrity Letters and Numbers, The Apprentice: You’re Fired with Tom Allen and Kids React to Drag. Reuben is a Swarovski-studded revolt against the narrowing views of an increasingly conservative world, and now he’s back with a brand new comedy cabaret show playing at the Malthouse’s Merlyn Theatre. Apokalipstik promises to be an epic work that’s part eulogy, part elegy and part Eastern Bloc Dog Day Afternoon. The 80-minute show follows the scandalous story of Kaye’s uncle, morphing into an ambitious cabaret spanning generations, continents and the spectrum of 20th century politics. Reuben Kaye is a force to be reckoned with. He’s accumulated scores of glowing reviews from Time Out for past shows, so we can’t wait to see what he’s created for this year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Apocalipstik will play at Malthouse from March 28 until April 21 and tickets are available here. After some rib-splitting comedy? Check out who else is performing at the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.