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Jokes About The Time I Got Detained In America & Other Stories
 

Multiple award-winning comedian Matt Harvey returns with this sharp and ridiculous new hour.

Upon attempting to enter America Matt suddenly found his travel plans come to a screeching halt and found himself in a secret back room with angry border agents.

Matt has lived the kind of travel stories you hope never happen to you and has turned them into comedy you definitely want to hear.

Come on a journey with Matt – only safer, cheaper and without the risk of losing your luggage.

Looking for laughs and great stories? Look no further than Matt Harvey! As an award-winning comedian and storyteller and writer for satirical outlets like The Shovel and The Shot, Matt knows how to entertain audiences of all kinds. With a touring history that spans Australia, New Zealand, the US, UK, and EU.

Matt's shows have earned rave reviews from both critics and audiences alike. Whether you're in the mood for a good chuckle or an engaging narrative, Matt Harvey is the performer for you!

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Praise for Matt Harvey:
'An amazing hour.' ★★★★ Winning at Failing

'If only Netflix could stumble into one of his performances, Harvey would get the recognition he deserves.' ★★★★ Theatre Matters

'An intelligent and witty comic, Matt Harvey's show is an onstage revolution.' ★★★★ Fourth Wall Media

'Unfailingly funny.' ★★★★ ArtsHub

'Harvey is a self-aware, revolution-driven comic who isn't afraid to tell his sins under the guise of a comedy set.' ★★★★ Fringefeed

'Harvey has such a charming, self-deprecating and socially observant style of writing that I just adored the show and laughed throughout.' KPBS

'Consistently entertaining... Harvey’s a charming raconteur and the show will end before you are ready to say goodbye.' San Diego Union-Tribune

'It's pure storytelling - told with warmth and sincerity.' Squirrel Comedy

 

Event details

Venue: Emerging Artists Sharehouse - Erskinville Townhall
Bookings: https://sydneyfringe.com/events/jokes-about-the-time-i-got-detained-in-america-other-stories/
Start Date: Tuesday 15 September 2026

Warning contains hilarious jokes about America

 

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