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

Thumbnail for Shall I Compere Thee in a Funny Way? featuring stand up comedian Philip Simon standing holding a microphone leaning on the mic stand addressing the audience. In the background is an image of Philip from the back
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Shall I Compere Thee in a Funny Way?

Award-winning comedian Philip Simon presents a hilarious mix of jokes and spontaneous chat in the only show where the audience is in control. You suggest the topics, fate decides the order.

His brilliant one-liners (I saw a squirrel with man boobs, though thinking about it they may have been chest nuts!) and interactions (Hello!) will keep you entertained throughout.

Winner of the Pegasus Comedy Best Compere (2023) and Jewish Comedian of the Year (2015). Writer for Mock the Week and NewsJack.

"One of those comics who’s done well out of crowd work videos" (Chortle)

Presented by: Philip Simon

Philip has been entertaining audiences around the world for over 2 decades. He is a regular feature on the UK comedy circuit and even takes his shows on the high seas with various cruise lines. His brilliant one liners and spontaneous quick wit have made him a much sought after act and compere for thousands of comedy shows. WINNER Pegasus Comedy Compere of the Year 2023 Runner Up in the UK Pun Championship 2020 As seen/heard on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and BBC Radio 4 as part of the BBC New Comedy Award. Writer/Production Team for Mock the Week & Taskmaster (UK) "Philip Simon is never less than hilarious" (The Stage) “With Philip Simon as compere comedy is guaranteed.” (The JC)
Comedy • Stand-Up
United Kingdom • Australian Premiere
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Suitability & warnings

Content rating: M
Target audience: High School (15-17)
Coarse Language: Occasional, Mild

Accessibility

 
High audio content
 
Audience members interact from the seated or standing area

Presenter

Presented by: Philip Simon

Philip has been entertaining audiences around the world for over 2 decades. He is a regular feature on the UK comedy circuit and even takes his shows on the high seas with various cruise lines. His brilliant one liners and spontaneous quick wit have made him a much sought after act and compere for thousands of comedy shows. WINNER Pegasus Comedy Compere of the Year 2023 Runner Up in the UK Pun Championship 2020 As seen/heard on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and BBC Radio 4 as part of the BBC New Comedy Award. Writer/Production Team for Mock the Week & Taskmaster (UK) "Philip Simon is never less than hilarious" (The Stage) “With Philip Simon as compere comedy is guaranteed.” (The JC)