Christopher Macarthur-Boyd, Sharon Wanjohi & Thor Stenhaug in

Want to see three of the UK’s hottest young comedians in one massive show? NEW ORDER brings you the best of the UK comedy scene, live in Melbourne!

We’ve done a deep dive to find out who’s lighting up stages across the UK. From fan favourites at Edinburgh Fringe, to stand-outs from Soho Theatre London, we’ve curated a lineup that UK comedy fans can’t stop talking about.

Don’t miss your opportunity to see the NEW ORDER of comedy – hot from the UK!

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Christopher Macarthur-Boyd

Winner Best Breakthrough Act 2019 Scottish Comedy Awards

Nominee Scottish Comedian of the Year

Direct from a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Glasgow’s foremost purveyor of sad, clever stand-up makes his highly anticipated Melbourne debut. Best known for his hit podcast Here Comes The Guillotine with Frankie Boyle and Susie McCabe, Christopher is a unique storyteller and world-class observational comedian. In addition to his live stand-up specials Oh No (2024) and Scary Times (2025), he’s hosted the BBC New Comedy Award, starred in Comedy Central: Live and presented BBC Scotland’s flagship comedy programme Up For It.  

‘A natural showman at the top of his game.’ Rolling Stone

‘Every single gag leads to a great big hearty laugh, and even his sob stories are hilarious.’ ★★★★ The Scotsman

Sharon Wanjohi

Nominee Chortle Best Newcomer Award 2025

Nominee Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award 2025

After a stand-out Edinburgh Fringe debut, the fast-rising British Kenyan queer comedian is set to make waves in Melbourne with her take on Gen-Z homeownership and cartoon inspired sexual awakenings. A prolific writer/performer, Sharon has written for Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC), Late Night Lycett (Channel 4) and appeared on Comedy Central: Live.

‘Wanjohi’s energy never falters and the laughs come thick and fast.’ Fest Mag

‘Spot on impressions… a candid and hilarious hour.’ ★★★★ The List (UK)

Thor Stenhaug

Nominee Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award 2025

Nominee NextUp Biggest Award in Comedy 2025

Following sold-out shows at Edinburgh Fringe, a double-run at London’s Soho Theatre and headline performances across Europe, the London-based, Norwegian comedy juggernaut is set for an exciting Melbourne debut. A natural storyteller with an infectious positivity, Thor has toured alongside Angelone Vittorio, Fern Brady and Jack Dee.

‘Stenhaug’s observational storytelling is effortlessly compelling... material is razor-sharp; he could very well be destined for real arenas in the future.’ ★★★★ The Telegraph (UK)

‘Norwegian comedy god of thunder has a storming debut.’ ★★★★ The Scotsman

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