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This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

Head and shoulders of a non-binary person smiling in front of a deep blue background. Their arms are crossed with their finger framing their chin.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

I Can Tell

When transmasc comedian Chris McAllister started posting a joke a day, they didn't know it would result in viral hashtag trans allyship movement connecting with 4 million people. 'I Can Tell' is a smart, hilarious and hopeful story about visibility, global connection and responding to the oddest comments - with surprising results! 

Known online as 'The Trans Comedian,' Chris has had a recent sold out run at Sydney Comedy Festival, toured to regional Australia and the UK and finally makes their debut at this year's Adelaide Fringe!  

Chris is a bold new comedian with an unassuming wholesomeness that makes their dry wit and sharp observations pack an extra punch. 

“Terrific stand up, replete with needle-sharp one-liners that puncture all parochiality”

PAUL GILCHRIST, THEATRE RED 

Presented by: Chris McAllister

Chris McAllister (they/them) is a Sydney-based comedian, speaker, producer and facilitator. They are the first transmasc comedian to tour regional Australia, taking their brand of upbeat, tongue-in-cheek humour to communities less frequented with queer representation - with recent shows in Lithgow, Sunshine Coast and Bellingen. Through their online presence they've gained a global audience and sold out shows in London and Manchester and hosted and produced online shows for US audiences. On a mission to create opportunities for trans people to thrive, they mentor new trans comedians, who then perform in their showcase Trans Christian Anderson and Friends - which has had two successful years at Sydney Fringe. Chris is continuing their regional tour and workshops throughout 2026.
Comedy • Stand-Up
New South Wales • Adelaide Fringe Premiere

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: MA15+
Coarse Language: Occasional, Mild
Sexual References: Occasional, Mild

Accessibility

 
High audio content

Presenter

Presented by: Chris McAllister

Chris McAllister (they/them) is a Sydney-based comedian, speaker, producer and facilitator. They are the first transmasc comedian to tour regional Australia, taking their brand of upbeat, tongue-in-cheek humour to communities less frequented with queer representation - with recent shows in Lithgow, Sunshine Coast and Bellingen. Through their online presence they've gained a global audience and sold out shows in London and Manchester and hosted and produced online shows for US audiences. On a mission to create opportunities for trans people to thrive, they mentor new trans comedians, who then perform in their showcase Trans Christian Anderson and Friends - which has had two successful years at Sydney Fringe. Chris is continuing their regional tour and workshops throughout 2026.