PRAISE DIONYSUS!

PRAISE DIONYSUS!

Conversations about Theatre in Melbourne.

Episodes

August 25, 2025 85 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about romanticising cultures, doggers, and a muffin.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ by Misfit Toys Productions

‘A Twist of Fate’ by Scary Goats Theatre

‘Break a Leg’ by Drama King Theatre Company

 

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In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about distinct mothers, bake sales, and playing a butler.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘The Glass Menagerie’ presented by Victory People Productions & Running with Scissors Theatre

‘PUMP’ by Isabella Gilbert

‘Between the Fractures’ by Small Dog Productions

‘Rumblesk...

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In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about cold spaghetti, getting to a certain age, and turning off air conditioners.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘The 6 Guys an Immigrant Trans Person of Colour Will Date in Melbourne’ by Tayo Tayo Collective

‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ at The Athenaeum

‘Have a Goodnight Walter’ by Bry...

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July 6, 2025 118 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about an umlaut, heterochromia, and intellectual curiosity.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Hadestown’ at Her Majesty’s Theatre

‘I Feel Sick’ by Matt Jenner

‘Loving The Alien’ by Karlis Zaid

‘Blackrock’ by Lunatix Theatre Company

 

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June 25, 2025 133 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about raspberry drops, a centaur, and heaving with laughter.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Next Fall’ presented by Ballarat National Theatre

‘Mamma Mia!’ by Bentleigh Secondary College

‘The Birds’ at The Malthouse

‘Super’ by Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre

‘The...

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June 15, 2025 87 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about cauliflower salad, morons, and a huge yawn.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Things I Know To Be True’ by The Essendon Theatre Company

‘Ron & Isobel’ by Double Garage Productions

‘Heartbreak Hotel’ by EBKM

 

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June 10, 2025 89 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about asexuality, three-year-olds, and a petting zoo.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘The Night Flower’ by The Orderly Chaotic Theatre Company

‘Storked’ by Antipodes Theatre Company & Theatre Works

‘Bad Taste’ by Carrion Theatre Company

‘Austen in Therapy’ by 24 Carro...

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In this episode, Jake Stewart talks about smugness, sisters doing it for themselves, and love triangles.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Femme Play [ungrateful slut]’ Directed by Susan Rundle

‘A Wake To Remember’ Directed by Alyssa Wong

 

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In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about loving nuts, redownloading apps, and asking questions.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘What to do When You Kill Your Co-Star’ by Lost Theatre Company

‘The Last Word’ by Imogen Whittaker

‘Betrayal’ by Thursday’s Child Theatre

 

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May 17, 2025 63 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart talks about deceiving a council, taking photos, and masturbation.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘The Boys’ presented by Sevenfold Theatre Company

‘Taste of Cruelty’ by Sara Cowdell & Ethan Morse

‘Othello’ by Melbourne University Shakespeare Company

 

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April 24, 2025 74 mins

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about seeking help, a disgusting little boy, and chads.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Jack and The Beanstalk’ by The Australian Shakespeare Company

‘Blackpill.’ by Paracosm

 

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It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about fursonas, finger food, and playing the cello.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘When I Grow Up…’ by Jeromaia Detto

‘Doug & Max Do 50 Minutes of Their Worst Id...

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April 18, 2025 106 mins

It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about attention to detail, vertigo, and a basketball hoop.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Bond, Lost My Bond’ by Ethan Cavanagh

‘The Party’s Over’ by Reuben Kaye

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April 16, 2025 107 mins

It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about a circus tent, slickness, and freestyling.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Tiny King’ by Nathan Hugh Robért

‘Bigfoot: In Plain Sight’ by Handful of Bugs

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April 11, 2025 104 mins

It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about missing fingers, rillette, and the ponderings of guinea pigs.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Dysfunctional Family Jukebox’ by Freddie Arthur

‘Smile: The Story ...

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It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about drinking water too fast, getting nailed to a cross, and piffing oranges.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Breaking the Musical’ by Stephanie Broadbridge

‘Starrin...

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April 6, 2025 76 mins

It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about singing children, five-lane highways, and a use for an elbow.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Fool Me Once’ by Josh Staley

‘It’s Not Funny, It’s Private’ by Jen...

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It’s Jake & Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & Elizabeth Brennan talk about a little bit of jealousy, a fat-suit, and betraying your siblings.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Shitbag’ by Hayley Edwards

‘Love, Love, Love’ by The Es...

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March 31, 2025 85 mins

It’s Jake and Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about knowing dance moves, a shifty devil, and the location of the clitoris.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Accordion Ryan’s Pop Bangers’ by Ryan Simpson

‘Promising Yo...

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March 30, 2025 120 mins

It’s Jake and Jamesy’s Chucklefest for 2025, celebrating the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!

 

In this episode, Jake Stewart & James Hardy talk about being able to float, building a house, and a random happenstance.

 

The shows discussed are:

 

‘Girt By Sea’ by Jess Budin

‘Don’t Let Me Eat My Babies’ by Holly...

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