Ben Knight – The Parent Teacher Interview
Step into the classroom of comedy with Ben Knight as he lifts the lid on what really goes on behind the staffroom door. In The Parent Teacher Interview, this former primary school teacher turned stand-up comedian delivers an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud take on the education system, the chaos of the classroom, and the often-awkward encounters between […]
- 1 June at 7 pm
- HOTA - Basement
- 2 months
- $35
Step into the classroom of comedy with Ben Knight as he lifts the lid on what really goes on behind the staffroom door. In The Parent Teacher Interview, this former primary school teacher turned stand-up comedian delivers an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud take on the education system, the chaos of the classroom, and the often-awkward encounters between teachers and parents.
With his signature blend of sharp wit and relatable storytelling, Ben Knight doesn’t hold back as he shares hilarious insights into what teachers really think about students, parents, and school policies. Whether you’re a parent trying to decipher school reports, a teacher nodding along in solidarity, or just someone who loves a good belly laugh, this show is a must-see.
Prepare for an evening of brutally honest, high-energy comedy from one of Australia’s funniest educators—because sometimes, the real lesson is that laughter is the best way to survive the school system.
Upcoming dates
Sunday 1 June at 7pm
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- Broadbeach Mall
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- Free Event
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- HOTA - Lakeside Room
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- 3 May to 4 May
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- Surfers Paradise Beach
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- 3 May to 13 May
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- Snapper Rocks
- Gold Coast
- Free Event
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- 15 May to 18 May
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- Broadbeach
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- Free Event
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May
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- 24 May
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- HOTA - Theatre 1
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- 31 May
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- Miami Marketta
- Gold Coast
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- 31 May
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- Surfers Paradise
- Gold Coast
- Free Event
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- 5 June
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- The Star Theatre
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- 15 Aug to 17 Aug
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- Surfers Paradise
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- 22 October
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- HOTA - Theatre 1
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