Australian comedy has developed a fairly standard formula for self-depreciating humour over the years – but Ronny Chieng has always been one to stand above the crowd. Chieng has won a lot of awards, and he’s not afraid to tell you about them. He also has a law degree from an elite law school and will aggressively and relentlessly argue his opinion – a fact that you may have already gathered from the title of his show You Don’t Know What You’re Talking About.
Chieng switches between topics without any attempt at a segue, which is amusing in itself as the audience tries to keep up with his fast-paced train of thought – jumping between everything from social media and budget airlines to French baguettes, irons and going through customs.
Chieng’s annoyance with and rants against various individuals, groups, demographics, businesses and society in general ensure a fairly steady stream of laughter throughout the night. Particular highlights come with his reflections on cultural differences and his relationship with his parents. An overwhelmingly funny show, Chieng’s quick wit and scathing criticism provide plenty of laughs for yet another year.
BY KELSEY BERRY
