Adelaide Fringe 2026
Joni - Play (like) a man
A hockey comedy. Blood, sweat and beers!
Sponsored by: internalised misogyny.
Audience feedback:
”Simultaneously gloomy and shockingly funny”
”Unhinged in the best way”
”It really was spectacular” ? OR Invite your friend who loves or hates hockey
Winner of Baltic Nordic Fringe Network Award,
Reykjavik Fringe 2025
Winner of Artist’s Shark Award,
Finfringe 2025
Presented by: Susanna Pukkila
Susanna Pukkila is an actor, comedian and clown from Finland. Graduate of the legendary École Philippe Gaulier and holding an MA in Theatre and Drama from Uniarts Helsinki, she blends sharp comedy with bold theatricality. Star of the award-winning comedy film Nimby by Teemu Nikki, Susanna also appears in Nikki’s feature Death Is a Problem for the Living. Recent credits include assistant directing an original production for the Finnish National Theatre with Aitor Basauri (Spymonkey), and touring her award-winning debut solo show.Suitability & warnings
Content rating:
R18+
Sexual References: Occasional, Mild
Coarse Language: Occasional, Mild
Depicts Violence: Occasional, Strong
Accessibility
- Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
Presenter
Presented by: Susanna Pukkila
Susanna Pukkila is an actor, comedian and clown from Finland. Graduate of the legendary École Philippe Gaulier and holding an MA in Theatre and Drama from Uniarts Helsinki, she blends sharp comedy with bold theatricality. Star of the award-winning comedy film Nimby by Teemu Nikki, Susanna also appears in Nikki’s feature Death Is a Problem for the Living. Recent credits include assistant directing an original production for the Finnish National Theatre with Aitor Basauri (Spymonkey), and touring her award-winning debut solo show.Social media
