09 September 2017

How to Fringe 2017: Andrew Keen

Andrew Keen aka Dr. Duck
Sketch comedy writer

Dr. Duck
13–21 Sept
The Courthouse Hotel

Dr Duck cast

If you could invite anyone to your show (and you knew they would come), who would it be?
Graham Linehan: Creator of The IT Crowd and Black Books.

The Melbourne Fringe in three words.
Eclectic, underground, fun.

A favourite Melbourne Fringe memory.
The first time I saw Neal Portenza live; I haven't missed a show since.

What is your experience as an independent artist being part of the Melbourne Fringe?
It's hard work but it's great when it pays off. Lots of people will give you kudos for having done it.

What makes the Melbourne Fringe unique?
The people who are drawn to be part of it.

Your advice for choosing what to see in the Melbourne Fringe.
Find a performer you like and ask them for recommendations.

Do you think there’s a better system than star ratings for reviews?
There probably is. Ducks would be fun, but it might not catch on.

Shows/events that you will not miss at the 2017 Melbourne Fringe.
Alice Tovey: Mansplaining
Al and Matt Go Halvies, Matt Stewart and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall
Ben Volchok Presents....
Butt Donut by Annie Louey