Thao almost died on a bus, almost died on a refugee boat and almost died of embarrassment after drinking seven ciders on an empty stomach. Join comedian Thao for this hilarious show as she shares:

🍊What is the best use of a baby-on-board sign?

🍊Her confrontation with one of Australia's best-known celebrity chefs that led to this show's name!

🍊The number one thing to NEVER do on a first date!

There won’t be any jokes about oranges but it will be ‘jam’ packed with subjects such as religion, relationships, racism and even tips on finding a good restaurant.

Winner of Short & Sweet comedy and winner of multiple comedy contests, Thao’s comedy is just like Marmalade sharply sweet!

“Personable, whacky logic, comedy and sharp one liners” Fringe Review

“Constant laugh out loud comedy” Sydney Arts Guide

“Stand-up comedy at its very best” Upside Adelaide

April 25, 2023    Upside Adelaide

Adelaide Fringe Review: Marmalade, The Griffins, 2023

Thao Cao’s Marmalade is stripped down stand-up comedy at its very best.

Without the benefit of even a soundboard operator to announce her, Thao had us laughing from the get-go by poking fun at her bare bones production.

Unphased by the intimate huddle of punters in the front two rows, Thao effortlessly dispelled any awkwardness with her relaxed and affable manner.

In a show that was always surprising, Thao laced cheeky one-liners through poignant moments with ease.

A compelling story teller, Thao recounts such adversities as her family’s treacherous journey to Australia, a life-threatening illness and a menacing encounter with racism in a Berlin train station.

While that might not seem like good fodder for comedy, she naturally intersperses these tales with humour and warmth and it works.

On the flip side, there’s a healthy dose of embarrassing anecdotes, cheesy puns and immense pride in being able to cook the perfect hard boiled for a food critic.

These moments feel like having a chat with an old friend and the laughter flows freely.

My personal favourite moment: poking fun at the inherent misogyny of the male dominated stand-up circuit, was a perfect demonstration on how Thao definitely doesn’t need comedy mansplained to her.

Catch Marmalade this weekend at the Griffins, at the very reasonable time of 5.45.

Grab your tickets HERE

4 stars

By Louise Duncan Click Here For Review

February 25, 2023    Upside Adelaide

Adelaide Fringe Review: Marmalade, The Griffins, 2023

Thao Cao’s Marmalade is stripped down stand-up comedy at its very best.

Without the benefit of even a soundboard operator to announce her, Thao had us laughing from the get-go by poking fun at her bare bones production.

Unphased by the intimate huddle of punters in the front two rows, Thao effortlessly dispelled any awkwardness with her relaxed and affable manner.

In a show that was always surprising, Thao laced cheeky one-liners through poignant moments with ease.

A compelling story teller, Thao recounts such adversities as her family’s treacherous journey to Australia, a life-threatening illness and a menacing encounter with racism in a Berlin train station.

While that might not seem like good fodder for comedy, she naturally intersperses these tales with humour and warmth and it works.

On the flip side, there’s a healthy dose of embarrassing anecdotes, cheesy puns and immense pride in being able to cook the perfect hard boiled for a food critic.

These moments feel like having a chat with an old friend and the laughter flows freely.

My personal favourite moment: poking fun at the inherent misogyny of the male dominated stand-up circuit, was a perfect demonstration on how Thao definitely doesn’t need comedy mansplained to her.

Catch Marmalade this weekend at the Griffins, at the very reasonable time of 5.45.

Grab your tickets HERE

4 stars

By Louise Duncan Click Here For Review