Geraldine Hickey: Things Are Going Well

A good comedian can dig out the unique from the universal, but a truly great comedian can dig out the universal from the unique. To be able to see a common thread in the most bizarre of circumstances takes something special – something indescribable and yet pivotal to a fantastic show. And Geraldine Hickey can do just that. 

Things Are Going Well sees the Melbourne comic track a long list of good things from her recent past. From roadside mushroom hunting to the power ranking of ‘bird shows’ across the nation, Hickey weaves a narrative from weird and wonderful life experiences. These incredibly random vignettes form a colourful portrait of a comedian who loves life, and shows off just how important a positive attitude can be. It bucks the trends of those ‘depressed comedian’ stereotypes everyone knows, and pulls even more humour from Hickey’s optimistic outlook. 

Hickey’s languorous drawl is the cannon in her comedic arsenal. The slow, laidback build-up to a brilliant punchline showcases her wicked ability to draw humour at every possible moment. There is barely a second in which Hickey cannot get a snicker from the room. She is master of the stand-up form – watching Hickey do what she does best is a pure joy.

Over the past few years, Hickey has gone from strength to strength, dominating comedy clubs and festivals the world over. She is just inches from being one of the names in Aus stand-up, and it’ll be a damn fine day when she gets there.