Damian Callinan
“Damian Callinan stood up and proved why he is one of Australia’s most successful comedians” Adelaide Advertiser - 4 STARS
“One of the best shows on offer ... deserving of the wildest of applause” Herald Sun
“Callinan is clever, intelligent and terrifically talented ...” The Age
"Callinan is a masterful performer... could be the next Summer Heights High" - www.chortle.co.uk
Damian Callinan is one of the most prolific, versatile and creative comic artists working in Australia today. As an award-winning standup comic, TV sketch show star, broadcaster, director, actor and writer, Damian delights in creating and inhabiting off beat landscapes of ridiculous but fully realised, sympathetic characters. From Troy Carrington, the Rousseau-quoting country football coach, to “Damo”, a schoolteacher stranded mute and stupid in full Bo-Peep costume, Damian’s worlds are bent, sharply observed and hilarious.
His media credits include Spicks n Specks, Skithouse, The Wedge, Comedy Slapdown, Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala, Before The Game, The Fat and various guest spots and co-hostings on Triple J, Mix FM and ABC Local Radio. Meanwhile he works consistently in the corporate sector and is an accomplished comic actor, appearing in productions including the Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), in venues from the Sydney Opera House to the Victorian Arts Centre.
He is a much sought-after comedy director and workshop leader – his work in the education sector in particular, is a major feature of his practise and a continuing source of new ideas across all his work. In 2010, Damian presents his 10th solo show, The Merger, a special commission from Vic Health and Regional Arts Victoria, and will be developing his own kids’ sitcom for ABC3.
- Barry Nominated Best Show, Melbourne Comedy Festival 2010, 2002, 2001
- ABN Amro Award 2003
- Moosehead Award recipient 2006
Damian Callinan in 'Robinson Crusoe'
Robinson Crusoe is the epic story of a swashbuckling hero marooned on a Carribean island. As a boy Damian spent a day alone in his garage. They’re kind of the same. Keep the three time Melbourne Comedy Festival Barry Award nominee company as he attempts to out-lonely Crusoe.
AS SEEN ON SPICKS AND SPECKS
'Callinan is clever, intelligent and terrifically talented' The Age
Tour Dates
| 23 February - 6 March, 8.30pm | Adelaide Fringe Festival Tuxedo Cat | Buy Tickets |
| 29 March - 21 April | Melbourne International Comedy Festival Melbourne Town Hall | Buy Tickets |