Step into 1969. The cameras are rolling. The stakes are high. And late-night legend Tabitha Booth is about to go out with a bang – whether she likes it or not.
The final episode of The Booth Variety Spectacular & Formal Apology Hour was an Australian television disaster for the ages. Join unhinged and unmedicated silver-screen darling Tabitha Booth (Frankie McNair – Best New Comer 2022, Thank God You’re Here) as she fights to keep her crown as ‘Queen of Late-Night’ from her fresh-faced compare Isaac Haigh (Best New Comer 2023). Will Tabitha bow out gracefully, or will she self-sabotage her own farewell to cling to the spotlight forever?
An immersive alt-comedy spectacular packed with vintage variety-show charm, Hollywood glam, on-air breakdowns, surprise guests, and some of Melbourne’s top comedians!
Directed by Michelle Brasier – Recipients of the 2025 Moosehead Award
About Frankie and Isaac
Frankie McNair (she/they) is an award-winning comedian, actor, and screenwriter. Winner of “Best Newcomer” at the 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Frankie blends stand-up, absurd sketch comedy, and queer joy. Frankie has appeared on Thank God You’re Here, Just For Laughs Sydney, and her independent mockumentary “The Telling of the Untold Story of Tabitha Booth” debuts on Aunty Donna’s YouTube channel Grouse House in March 2025. Frankie creates work that is both deeply heartfelt and deeply silly.
Isaac Haigh (he/him) is an award-winning comedian, filmmaker, and composer. His most recent accolades include winning the Best Newcomer Award at the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. His work has been recognized across several prestigious Australian festivals, including Tropfest, St Kilda Film Festival, The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and Melbourne Fringe. Isaac infuses his work with a comedic, ostentatious edge and continues to push boundaries in comedy and fi lm, offering audiences a fresh, entertaining and immersive experience.
Join the chaos
Venue: Arts Centre Melbourne – Members Lounge
Date: March 27 – April 20 (no Mondays)
Time: 6:15 PM / 5:15 PM Sundays (its late night comedy at its earliest!)
Tickets available: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/the-booth-variety-spectacular-formal-apology-hour/
Recommended audience 16years +
