Two world-renowned vintage stalwarts of the industry, who have lit and mixed the biggest rock bands of the 20th and 21st century, have used the ‘covid years to pivot into something bigger, better and certainly more funny – The Arena Comedy Sensation.
Having cornered the market in providing lighting and audio for some of the world’s biggest comedians when they tour Australia, lighting designer Alex Saad and FOH engineer James ‘Oysters’ Kilpatrick have launched their own comedy act. Named The Banter Bros, the duo say their act is up there with Roy Chubby Brown, Cheech & Chong, Hale & Pace, Derek & Clive, Statler & Waldorf and Milli & Vanilli.
“After months on the road with acts such as Jimmy Carr, Michael McIntyre, Phil McCraken and Mike Oxlong, we decided over a few beers that we could do just as well, if not better,” commented Alex.
Oysters agrees, adding that there will be nothing off limits in their show which premieres at Dapto Leagues soon supported by Paul Le Lever & His Magical Finger Puppets.
“There’s too much political correctness these days,” added Oysters. “Hey, what do you call a drum tech with half a brain …… gifted!”
Of course, the duo will lean heavily on their touring backgrounds. Knowing how easy and cheap comedy shows can be done with a couple of mics and a bland stage wash, The Banter Bros intend to cash in big time by having as little production as possible whilst charging an arm and a leg for tickets.
All that might change soon though when their first Netflix special is produced in the upcoming month with a working title The Banter Bros- Return of the Dimmy and The Fishing Rod.
Check out their 3-date tour itinerary HERE
