Are you ready for a caffeine-fueled adventure like no other? Step into Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe, the newest hotspot in Melbourne that promises a uniquely absurd and sidesplitting experience. This Australian comedy troupe, known for their previous series “Big Ol’ House of Fun,” has transformed a simple cafe into a revolving door of comedic potential. With their signature brand of dippy, absurdist humor, Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe is here to shake up the Melbourne cafe scene.
Putting the “Fun” in “Functional”
Located in the heart of Melbourne, Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe is the brainchild of three owners – Mark Samual Bonanno, Broden Kelly, and Zachary Ruane. These bumbling entrepreneurs are on a mission to find a marketable point of difference that sets their cafe apart from the rest. And trust me, they are willing to try almost anything!
In the first episode, we see the trio avidly researching what other trendy cafes are doing to stand out. From selling vinyl records to stocking over 100 types of cereal, the competition is fierce. But Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe takes it to a whole new level. They even consider adding axe-throwing to their menu and experimenting with abusive customer service inspired by Karen memes. Needless to say, hilarity ensues.
Sketch Show Shenanigans
At its core, Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe is a sketch show with a twist. While the venue offers some consistency and sitcom-like elements, the show is inherently random and unpredictable. The group seamlessly shifts between different realities and engages in postmodern conversations that will keep you guessing.
In true Aunty Donna fashion, the show combines energetic human performances with reality-disrupting visual contrivances. Picture this: a thought bubble appears above Zachary’s head, not just for the audience’s benefit but for the baffled characters themselves. It’s moments like these that highlight the troupe’s talent for seamlessly blending the absurd with the relatable.
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The Search for Laughs
While the new series may not have as many funny bits as its Netflix predecessor, it still captures the essence of Aunty Donna’s unique brand of humor. With each episode, the laughter keeps flowing, even if some sketches feel like B-side material. A standout moment features the investigation and kangaroo court case surrounding the theft of blueberries from muffins, masterminded by “The Blueberry Thief” (a character dressed in cartoonish Beagle Boys-like stripes). Keep an eye out for Richard Roxburgh’s cameo as Rake in this uproarious sketch!
The Challenge of Sketch Comedy
Sketch comedy is no easy feat, but Aunty Donna embraces the challenge with gusto. It’s difficult to innovate or be truly original in this genre, but this troupe finds a way to infuse their sketches with freshness and excitement. While they may occasionally stumble like butter-fingered baristas, Aunty Donna consistently delivers a marketable point of difference that keeps audiences coming back for more.
So, if you’re ready to embark on a zany adventure through the Melbourne cafe scene, grab your favorite cup of joe and join Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. With their unmatched energy, zaniness, and unpredictable sketches, you’re in for a wild ride. Don’t miss out on this eccentric experience!
Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe premieres on ABC and ABC iview at 9 pm on Wednesday, 12th April.