Ben has spent more than a decade making audiences laugh with his cheeky observations and story-driven comedy. He has written and performed two solo hours, Hammerhead (2023) and Punk Music (2025), across Australia and the UK, selling out shows at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and performing at the legendary Edinburgh Fringe. 

A regular on stages at Comedy Republic and Basement Comedy in Melbourne, The Comedy Store in Sydney, and Good Chat Comedy in Brisbane, Ben has built a reputation as a seasoned performer with the energy of a rising star. His latest show, Punk Music, dives into the world of punk rock and hardcore culture, a hilarious mix of stage dives gone wrong, late-night festival stories, and the awkward truths of trying too hard to be cool. At its heart, Ben’s comedy is feel-good, cheeky, and endlessly relatable, turning personal misadventures into stories audiences can’t help but connect with. 

Beyond stand-up, Ben is the co-host of Oblivious Maximus, a cult podcast with longtime friend Aaron Osborne. Focused on punk, hardcore, and metal, the show blends irreverent banter with in-depth conversations featuring guests from music, comedy, and the arts. 

Whether on stage or behind the mic, Ben brings a warm, mischievous edge to his comedy, the kind that leaves audiences laughing, nodding, and maybe even reminiscing about that one time Blink-182 changed their life. 

Nick Capper is a cult favourite on the Australian comedy circuit, having toured across the country and cementing himself as a regular in the festival scene. His oddball antics and off-kilter musings make him stand out from the pack, as he blends his country farm upbringing with absurd and surreal comic delivery. As co-host of the hit podcast The Phone Hacks with Mike Goldstein, Nick Capper has built a dedicated following among comedy fans across Australia. He has also opened for comedy heavyweights like Ari Shaffir, Doug Stanhope, Tim Dillon, Matt Rife and recently Duncan Trussell 

Ben Talbot-Dunn and Tess Duddy run New Swell Choir, with weekly sessions in Torquay and Point Lonsdale. They’re passionate about harmony, community, and the simple joy of singing together. Chorus Club is their occasional pop-up project — and at Queenscliff Music Festival, it becomes the official Festival Choir. Back for a second year, they’ll be gathering voices of all kinds to sing something special. No experience needed — just bring your voice and a bit of spirit. Check back here closer to the time for the song choice!

Dance, laugh, and play with Guru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking Tours.
Put on a pair of our glowing Guru Dudu headsets (supplied) and groove your way through Queenscliff Music Festival.
Our vibrant disco hosts will help you shed your shy and encourage you to dance along to your favourite tunes, leaving you smiling from ear to ear.
Guru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking Tours hosts are trained to bring out the most joyful in all groups. All our hosts have up-to-date working with children checks.