Angella Dravid and Melanie Bracewell bring their spectacular show over to Australia from New Zealand.
Here, they answer questions about their show and being in the world of comedy.
Firstly, what will you both be bringing to Brisbane Comedy Festival?
M: I'll be bringing beaming rays of optimism, a real kiwi charm, a twinkling smile and my passport.
A: An empty suitcase and three bras.
What are you most looking forward to about Brisbane?
M: My uncle lives there and he has an extremely fancy house so I'm pretty pumped for that. The last time I was there I was pretty young and we all went to the Ripley's Believe It Or Not museum. There was this bit where you open up a treasure chest and a skeleton comes up and screams at you. I cried the whole time, so very excited to go back there and face my fears.
A: Queensland mangoes.
Can we expect any NZ vs AUS comparisons in your show?
M: Probably not in the show, but if you want to come up to me afterwards I'm happy to provide you with my thesis on the matter.
A: No. My dad's an Australian citizen and mum's a New Zealand citizen. I heard it all in the divorce.
You've both been recognised for your comedic talents in different ways; how does it feel being congratulated for doing something you enjoy so much?
M: It's wonderful. It's so much better than being congratulated for stuff that you don't enjoy. My mum said I did a good job of cleaning my car on the weekend and I felt nothing.
A: Depressing. I wanted to stay an open mic comic.
When did you both learn that comedy was something you might pursue?
M: I never really understand people who say "when I was 7, I always knew I'd be a comedian". I didn't realise I'd pursue comedy until probably a year into doing comedy. Once it started going well was the only time I was like "oh right I guess I'll just keep doing this".
A: I got my tarot cards read when I was at the casino. I was either going to be a Joker or an eight of Spades.
What has been the best thing about the world of comedy for each of you?
M: Definitely not having to work a hospo job. I had a period of three months working at a supermarket handing out wine samples and I'm just glad I never ever have to do that again.
A: Sleeping in. I don't get up for anything less than a free house drink and a two hour bus ride.
