Upcoming Shows.
LIVE SHOWS!
Below are a list of ROBYN PERKINS shows, ranging from Shrink Wrapped to Comedy for the Curious to Club nights to even KIDS shows. Have a scroll through to see where I’m on or click on the Categories below if you just want to check out specific types of shows: Family Friendly | Shrink Wrapped | Science Comedy Shows
Alternatively, search shows by location: London | Brighton | Edinburgh| Perth - Australia | Adelaide - Australia
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
★★★★★ “Shrink Wrapped changes the game.” FringeFeed, Perth Fringe World (2026)
Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: “I want to know what the hell she’s thinking?” Well, now’s your chance…with comedians in the hot seat.
Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins, Kwami Odoom, and another comedian guest join a real live psychologist for the most entertaining therapy session you’ll ever witness. Comedians perform their best material before submitting themselves to a gentle psychological analyses in front of a live audience.
Don’t miss this new hit show combining psychology, stand-up comedy & people who probably should have dealt with their issues privately.
★★★★★ “Shrink Wrapped proved itself a real gem. If laughter is the best therapy, make an appointment for the most entertaining session in town.” HiFiWay (2026)
★★★★ “Some say laughter is the best therapy. SHRINK WRAPPED gives us both. Don’t miss it.” Mix 102.3 (2025)
★★★★ “a perfect blend of comedy and analysis” The List (2025)
★★★★ “sharp, illuminating, and very, very funny” One4Review (2025)
Comedy For The Curious
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Marine biologist turned award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins brings together comedy and science in her critically acclaimed panel show.
The topic to be explored at Banbury is: Unzipping Your Genes. This is an entire show about our parents.
The first half will explore what we inherit from our parents, genetically, while the second half looks into how they mess us up psychologically.
On November 14th, Perkins is joined by Dr. Jane Gregory for the chat portion of the show. Dr. Gregory is a Clinical Psychologist at Oxford University, specialising in Misophonia. Think QI meets Mock the Week, live at the Banbury Comedy Festival! Comedy
Award Winner at The Shaftesbury Fringe in 2023.
“The pinnacle of Science and Comedy fusion in a captivating performance!” ★★★★1/2 FringeFeed, 2024
Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show!
Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone.
We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances.
All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible.
Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all.
APOTHECARY TAP
10-11 Butchers Row
Banbury
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Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live On Stage
Shaftesbury Fringe 2023 Award Winner, Best Comedy.
Why do we behave the way we do? Why do we love scary movies, turn out like our parents and make terrible decisions?
Comedy for the Curious is a hilarious science comedy show that gets to the bottom of what makes us human. Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins is joined by brilliant comedians and expert scientists to explore the psychology behind our everyday behaviour.
From love and fear to irrational decisions and the strange things our brains do, each show combines fascinating science, ridiculous stories and plenty of laughs.
Think QI meets Mock the Week, with surprising science, big questions and comedy that makes you think.
Clever, curious and very funny, Comedy for the Curious is a unique show you don’t want to miss.
‘A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (One4Review.co.uk).
‘Enlightening and uproarious’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (FringeFeed.com.au)
This show may not specifically an LGBTQ+ show. This show is produced by an outside producer. The Queer Comedy Club does not claim any responsibility for the content of this show.
This show’s producer is: Comedy for the Curious
Quest for the Coolest F*cking Animal
A “late-night”, adults-only version of the hit kids show Quest for the Coolest Animal in the World. This unfiltered edition dives into the most inappropriate, unethical and downright disturbing behaviours in the animal kingdom. With award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins and actor / comedian Elaine Fellows: expect lies, scams and creatures behaving very, very badly.
“NOT one for the little kiddies but definitely one for the big ones!”
– Anthony, Audience Member Edinburgh Fringe 2026
“Amazing! Funny as hell and enriching for everyone, don’t miss it!”
– Shai, Audience Member Edinburgh Fringe 2026
Winner: Pegasus Awards, Best Kids Show 2024.
Winner: Children’s Event, Weekly Award, Fringe World Perth 2025.
‘A show that was equal parts smart, silly and downright hilarious’ ***** (KidsInAdelaide.com.au).
‘Standout scientific fun!’ ****½ ((AdelaideFringe.com.au/FringeFeed).
This show may not specifically an LGBTQ+ show. This show is produced by an outside producer. The Queer Comedy Club does not claim any responsibility for the content of this show.
This show’s producer is: Curious Creatures Comedy
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious
Why do we behave the way we do? Why do we love scary movies, turn out like our parents and make terrible decisions?
Comedy for the Curious is a hilarious science comedy show that gets to the bottom of what makes us human. Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins is joined by brilliant comedians and expert scientists to explore the psychology behind our everyday behaviour.
From love and fear to irrational decisions and the strange things our brains do, each show combines fascinating science, ridiculous stories and plenty of laughs.
Think QI meets Mock the Week, with surprising science, big questions and comedy that makes you think.
Clever, curious and very funny, Comedy for the Curious is a unique show you don’t want to miss.
‘A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (One4Review.co.uk).
‘Enlightening and uproarious’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (FringeFeed.com.au)
This show may not specifically an LGBTQ+ show. This show is produced by an outside producer. The Queer Comedy Club does not claim any responsibility for the content of this show.
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
★★★★★ “Shrink Wrapped changes the game.” FringeFeed, Perth Fringe World (2026)
Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: “I want to know what the hell she’s thinking?” Well, now’s your chance…with comedians in the hot seat.
Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins, Tevin Everett and Andy Fox join a real live psychologist for the most entertaining therapy session you’ll ever witness. Comedians perform their best material before submitting themselves to a gentle psychological analyses in front of a live audience.
Don’t miss this new hit show combining psychology, stand-up comedy & people who probably should have dealt with their issues privately.
★★★★★ “Shrink Wrapped proved itself a real gem. If laughter is the best therapy, make an appointment for the most entertaining session in town.” HiFiWay (2026)
★★★★ “Some say laughter is the best therapy. SHRINK WRAPPED gives us both. Don’t miss it.” Mix 102.3 (2025)
★★★★ “a perfect blend of comedy and analysis” The List (2025)
★★★★ “sharp, illuminating, and very, very funny” One4Review (2025)
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
Comedy For The Curious - 2026
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins returns to Brighton to explore a brand new topic in her critically acclaimed, science comedy panel show. This year at The Brighton Fringe, the topic is Unzipping Your Genes: (i.e. the $h*t we get from our parents).
Robyn teams up with scientists and comedians to answer questions you never knew you had! Think Mock the Week meets QI, live at the Fringe...
★★★★ "A perfect sweet spot between insight and entertainment" One4Review.
★★★★½ "Enlightening and uproarious" FringeFeed
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, Live on Stage
Comedy and psychology unite for the most entertaining therapy session you'll ever witness. Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she's thinking? Well, now's your chance... with comedians in the hot seat. Three comedians and a therapist come together for a live therapy session unlike any other.
'Shrink Wrapped changes the game' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Some say laughter is the best therapy. Shrink Wrapped gives us both. Don’t miss it' **** (Mix 102.3, Adelaide).
'A perfect blend of comedy and analysis' **** (List).
FAMILY FRIENDLY
SCIENCE SHOWS
SHOWS IN BRIGHTON
SHOWS IN PERTH, AUSTRALIA
The next shows in Perth will be in 2027
SHOWS IN ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA
The next shows in Adelaide will be in 2027