Rowan Thambar’s act is just as diverse as his face.
His distinctive blend of stand up and musical comedy allow the 24-year-old to paint a unique perspective on heartbreak, family and race in Australia. Rowan now brings his 2017 Melbourne Fringe Best Comedy nominated show to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival - '23 And Disappointed'.2018 was a big year for Rowan, being handpicked to MC the prestigious 'Comedy Zone' showcase at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, performing at the Melbourne Town Hall as a part of Triple J’s Good Az Friday and sold out shows at the Sydney Comedy Festival and Bris Funny Fest.
'23 And Disappointed' blends original musical comedy, stand-up and honest autobiographical moments to explore what it means to grow up as a Sri-Lankan millennial in Australia.
“My show is about trying to working out the kind of man I want to be,” Rowan says.
“It’s also about the struggle to maintain that hope despite disappointments. I talk about my family, wanting to be successful and also about a break up. It’s really an honest reflection on what it was like to be 23.”
Rowan’s signature combination of compelling storytelling and musical prowess creates a delightful view of his life and society in a big-hearted, refreshing and hilarious way.
A classically-trained pianist at the Newcastle Conservatorium, Rowan also brings unique musical comedy to the stage. Inspired by jazz, blues and RnB his style is effortlessly cool with clever lyrics. '23 and disappointed' boasts a new repertoire of original songs that he can’t wait to share.
