Who are the performers? The Shonky Brothers (Loz and Jacko Nanigans).
What makes cabaret special? Loz: Well, it’s personal, isn’t it? It’s honest. People tell true stories. Plus, you can sing dirty songs and swear a lot.
If you had to condense cabaret into a piece of furniture, what would it be? Jacko: A chaise lounge – comfortable, but not too comfortable. Stylish yet inappropriate for most rooms; Bold and somewhat vulgar; And a good place for sickos to vent their psychological inadequacies.
When did you first get hooked on cabaret? L: Look, I’m not hooked on Cabaret. I can stop any time I want.
What’s the strangest thing you’ve seen at a cabaret show? J: I think that question will be better answered after our shows!
What’s your favourite thing about the Melbourne Cabaret Festival? J: There is a terrific vibe around the performers – a supportive and encouraging family who share a love of cabaret. It’s great to hang out at the Butterfly Club each night and listen to the ‘Best Of The Fest’ spots to get a sense of who’s who and get sauced up with a room full of weirdos!
Tell us about your show. What’s it about? L: There’s no need to dress this up too much; we write dirty comedy songs. We are the adopted love-children of Weird Al Yankovic and Kevin Bloody Wilson, who once shared a steamy night of booze-fuelled passion. Our biggest hits thus far have been Drawing Dicks on the Herald Sun”and Sweet Jean, the Wanking Machine – an ode to an extraordinarily futuristic sex toy I had the privilege of reviewing as part of my day job.
Everybody has a talent – ours is writing dirty songs. Seriously, they’re beautiful. Our poor mother hates them but can’t stop humming them. And the worst part is, almost everything in the show is a true story. Like our buddy Alvin, the star of One Little Person – who we’re convinced is going to be even more of a superstar once this tune hits the airwaves. He’s a legend.
Describe your show with five words. L: Dick songs, but with soul.
What dates and times can I see your show? Wednesday July 3 – Friday July 5 at 8.30pm
And at which venue? The Kew Courthouse
And for what price? $36 Full, $33 Concession and $30 Melbourne Cabaret Festival members.
Where can we go to read more about your show? Check out our videos and songs at www.facebook.com/ShonkyBrothers and www.soundcloud.com/wrongtown-brothers.
