With the Sydney Comedy Festival closing at the end of this week, it’s time to look at some of the best comedy acts happening in Sydney.

Aaron Chen - piss off (just kidding)

Aaron Chen’s new show explores how after everything dark and bitter there is something sweet. Aaron Chen’s shows have previously won: 2017 Best Newcomer, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 2017 Best Newcomer, Sydney Comedy Festival and 2016 Director’s Choice, Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Until May 19
http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/single-event?show_id=2307

The Factory Theatre
105 Victoria Road
Marrickville

Demi Larder - Ditch Witch 800

This show will hilariously look at fairy tale characters with a special mention of the characters from Shrek. Demi Larder has received the following awards for their comedy show: 2018 Pinder Prize, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 2017 Directors Choice, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 2017 Underbelly Award, Edinburgh Fringe, 2016 Best Newcomer, Sydney Comedy Festival and 2013 Best Newcomer, Adelaide Fringe Comedy.

Until May 19
http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/single-event?show_id=2216

The Factory Theatre
105 Victoria Road
Marrickville

Clare Cavanagh - Literally

After smashing her seasons in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, Clare Cavanagh will be returning to Sydney with her electric new hour of character and improv comedy. This show is about caring too much, inciting revolutions and defending teenage girls.

Until May 19
http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/single-event?show_id=2131

The Factory Theatre
105 Victoria Road
Marrickville

Splenda In The Carpet - The Reunion Tour

This hit 2018 Sydney Fringe Festival show is returning to the Sydney Comedy Festival. This group will be bringing back their hugely successful show even bigger and better this year!

May 18 - 19
http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/single-event?show_id=2147

The Factory Theatre
105 Victoria Road
Marrickville