Melbourne International Comedy Festival
With about 600 shows registered for the 2019 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, it can be difficult to find the shows that speak to you. And it's not always about being the kind of comedy you like; it's about seeing the kind of comedy that makes you feel safe, seen and heard.
The FREE Safety House Guide is independently-published to help people find shows they will love, and for shows to reach the audiences that will love them. It was a very welcome addition to to 2018 festival, is about to hit the streets in Adelaide for the Fringe, and needs our help to be part of this year's comedy festival.
Its creator is Lisa-Skye Goodes. She has performed at and created many shows for festivals and knows how it can be uncomfortable and humiliating to go to a show where you feel like the punchline of a joke.
She says, "Live performance should be for everyone. The Safety House Guide empowers audiences to find the right shows for them, and offers performers the chance to find the right audiences for their material... The Safety House Guide is for acts and audiences that truly believe in inclusivity.
