Sweeney Young

Intrusive Thoughts

The sold-out show from the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns!

A show about your mind. The thing that woke you up at 3am to remind you of that thing you said in 2011...

Discover fascinating truths about how the human mind operates, all hilariously illustrated with startlingly honest stories from Sweeney's own adventurous life.

Audience feedback for INTRUSIVE thoughts:

“So funny and just what I needed.”

“Funny, insightful, honest and relatable… A natural.”

“We were still laughing in the car in the way home ”

“Amazing... full of heart and humanity.”

“Outstanding, unique show. Hilarious throughout.”

“Natural story teller, informative, interesting, and laugh out loud comic magic.”

“Made me laugh at things that use to make me cry. Loved it!”

“Clever and intricate.”

“Created a safe feeling of connection.”

“Hilarious.”

“Unexpected laughs that crept up on me.”

“Blew me away.”

“Makes me want to be a better person.”

“Such a good show.”

“We all loved it.”

“So so good, super witty, funny and so relaxed in delivery  – really loved it.”

“Intelligent, funny, and brilliant.”

“Loved it.”

“Never seen anyone do comedy like that.“

“Excellent.”

 

*Initial run sold out, so extra shows were added.

Attending this show does not form a therapeutic relationship with Sweeney and does not replace personal psychological or medical advice.

• Stand-Up
• $20.00 - $27.00
• 27-29 March 2026
• 50 minutes
• Limerick Arms
• Suggested for 18+
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  Drug references, Language – occasional coarse language, Licensed venue: under 18s will only be permitted with a parent or guardian, References to or simulation of violence, References to self-harm and suicide