Internationally renowned comedian Sam McCool returns with his brand-new stand-up comedy special: "McCool 5.0" — a razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud journey through life, death, and everything in between.
A finalist on Australia’s Got Talent, with sold out solo shows at the Sydney Opera House, Sam entertained approximately one million people worldwide, performing in over 20 countries from Bollywood to Hollywood.
As a co-creator of 3 world-first initiatives, and survivor of multiple near-death experiences, Sam has a lot to share.
After 'quitting his day job' at 35, comedy has since taken him to the 4 corners of the Earth. From Greenland to South Africa, and from Rio to Montreal. Along the way he has had countless unique encounters from swimming with humpback whales in Tonga, climbing the Great Pyramid of Egypt at midnight, surviving empty air tanks while scuba diving in Bali, and walking away from scooter accidents in Cuba, Malaysia and anywhere they'll still rent him one. This show will share such stories and much more.
Now turning 50, having had at least 5 career iterations, the last decade had gained him 3 children, lost him 2 parents and left him with 1 career choice... laugh about life while 'ageing gratefully'.
Blending his skills of accurate cultural observations, lighting fast audience interaction and a self-effacing charm this show brings the philosophical depth and human hilarity of an adventurous life well-lived.
Trusted by global brands like Amazon, BUPA, Dell, Deloitte, IBM, Optus, Qantas, TEDx and many more, he's been a class-act at corporate events, cruise ships and comedy festivals alike. However, this show will be uniquely interactive, while Sam sifts wheat from the chaff of his newest material to launch and refine his new show for the national tour.
If you've been invited, jump on this rare chance to see a world-class comedian sculpt his newest creation right before your eyes.
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Please note - this is a WIP (Work in Progress show) for a comedy special that will be touring around Australia and overseas, before ending at the Sydney Opera House on 18th Sept 2026.