Showko had a difficult time as a girl, so she used to talk to her puppets about her problems of being harassed. Now talking to puppets is her job. Showko takes you on an hilarious ride from everyday life into her surreal world through stand-up, ventriloquism with her quirky handmade puppets and her original innovative Rakugo (Japanese sit-down comedy).

A hugely entertaining, offbeat and all original show.

Born and raised in Japan, Showko has lived and worked internationally in London, Edinburgh, Paris, LA,Tokyo, Osaka and Singapore, as well as around Australia performing at major comedy clubs, festivals and events. She was awarded the stage name Showko Showfukutei after completing a three-year Rakugo apprenticeship. Rakugo is a 400-year-old traditional form of Japanese comedy storytelling and – like martial arts – requires the apprentice to train under a master. The difference being that in martial arts you learn how to kick arse; in Rakugo you learn how to make someone laugh their arse off.

Wed 6 Apr - Sat 9 Apr: 7.30pm;
Wed 13 Apr - Sat 16 Apr: 7.30pm;
Wed 20 Apr - Sat 23 Apr: 7.30pm
Queen Victoria Women's Centre - WayiDjerring - Us Together (formerly Victoria Room), 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne

Tickets on sale now via link.

‘Absolutely hilarious and friggin’ fantastic! ★★★★★’ GlamAdelaide

‘Exceptional ventriloquism. ★★★★1⁄2’ Herald Sun 

‘Quirky, charismatic and a little bit crazy. ★★★★’ Great Scott

‘Absolutely absurd ventriloquism. ★★★★’ Adelaide Advertiser