Foil Arms and Hog are coming back with their brand-new show, Skittish
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18.09.2024

Foil Arms and Hog are coming back with their brand-new show, Skittish

Foil Arms and hog tour
Words by Staff Writer

The Irish comedy trio Foil Arms and Hog return to Australia and New Zealand with their latest offering, Skittish, following their successful run of sell-out shows at venues like the London Palladium, New York Town Hall, and Sydney Opera House.

This highly anticipated tour promises a high-energy mix of sketch comedy, audience participation, and improvisation.

Known for their clever sketches, sharp humour, and unique ability to engage with their audiences, Foil Arms and Hog have garnered a dedicated fanbase worldwide. The new show, Skittish, is set to bring more of the same quick wit and hilarious antics that have made them one of the most sought-after acts in the international comedy scene.

Foil Arms and Hog tour

  • Wellington – 5 June – St James Theatre
  • Auckland – 6 June – Bruce Mason Centre
  • Perth – 9 June – Astor Theatre
  • Sydney – 12 June – Enmore Theatre
  • Brisbane – 14 June – Fortitude Music Hall
  • Melbourne – 16 June – Hamer Hall

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In Skittish, the comedians deliver a collection of varied sketches, touching on everything from absurd situations like a milkman at a funeral to more abstract humour, such as a fake Fringe show of a man eating crisps in the dark. Their sketches are complemented by jaunty musical numbers, including A Very Irish Song, poking fun at international stereotypes in a light-hearted way.

Foil Arms and Hog are also famed for their crowd interaction. Audience members become part of the show, with improvised moments adding an unpredictable flair. One of their signature acts involves taking audience members’ stories and weaving them into spontaneous skits. This approach has endeared the trio to audiences of all ages, establishing them as a safe and family-friendly comedy option that’s still sharp and engaging.

Since launching their YouTube channel, they’ve amassed nearly one million followers, but here’s your chance to see them in their element, live.

Sign up for presale here.