Darby James presents a staged development reading of his laugh-out-loud musical comedy cabaret about the process of sperm donation. On a journey of genetic questionnaires and medical screening, Darby ponders the sticky ethical questions about why we choose to procreate in a world that could go up in flames at any second.

The inaugural season of Spunk Daddy premieres in Melbourne as part of Midsumma Festival 2023. Written and performed by Darby James (Protein) with direction by Casey Gould (A Lovely Day To Be Online), this fast-paced one-man show will have you squirting tears of glee, and erupting with inappropriate laughter. Production design by Betty Auhl.

“[He] manages to make the dialogue feel spontaneous and conversational, breaking through the fourth wall to deeply connect with his audience.” - Australian Arts Review (on Protein)

“Not only is the music composition world class, but [he] is an amazing lyricist.” - What Did She Think (on Songs of the Northern River)

Spunk Daddy was developed in collaboration with Antipodes Theatre Company, Australia (Brandon Pape, Artistic Director).

Spunk Daddy and Protein will be presented as a double-bill season for five nights only.

*Content warning: Contains mature themes, coarse language, sexual and suicide references. Suitable for audience aged 15 and above.

EVENT DETAILS:

TIME/DATES: 8.30PM, 25TH - 29TH JANUARY, 2023

DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW

VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE