Abby Wambaugh

The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows

After waking up in the hospital following a late miscarriage, Abby Wambaugh – still high on anesthesia – made an unexpected decision: to become a comedian. Now, in her uniquely goofy and heartfelt hour, Abby shares her 17 best ideas for her first show.

The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows sees Abby exploring her talent for a wide range of comedy styles in this one-person variety show, including potential hits like 'Old Man Learns Parkour' and a very long impression of the number nine – a setup that explores gender, pregnancy, loss and creativity, and uncovers a deeper story about the value of beginnings that don't necessarily have a middle or an end.

Fresh off a four-week NYC Off-Broadway run produced by Jenney Shamash (Hannah Gadsby: Douglas, Something Special, WOOF!), Mike & Carlee Productions (Broadway’s Oh, Mary!) and Ally Engelberg (The Other Two, Just For Us), and sell out runs in LA, London and Edinburgh, Abby Wambaugh brings her critically acclaimed, award-winning show to Melbourne for the first time. Don’t miss it!

WINNER
2024 ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards: Best Newcomer
2024 European Comedy Awards: Best Show
2024 Theatre Weekly: Best of the Fest, Best Comedy
2024 On The Mic: Best Ticketed Show

NOMINEE
2024 Edinburgh Comedy Awards: Best Newcomer
2024 Comedian’s Choice Awards: Best Newcomer
2024 Next Up: Biggest Award in Comedy: Best Show

2025 Chortle Awards: Best Newcomer

'Sheer genius… I did not want this show to end.'  ★★★★★ Broadway World (UK)

'A joyous romp through the inner workings of a brilliant mind.' ★★★★★ Theatre Weekly

'A masterpiece of construction.' ★★★★ The Guardian (UK)

'Hits each comic beat perfectly.' ★★★★ Chortle (UK)

'Bursts with creativity and unexpectedness.' ★★★★ The Observer (UK)

'Utterly charming.'  ★★★★ The Telegraph (UK)

'Delightfully joyful, honest and vulnerable.' Forbes

'One of the most inventive comedy shows of the theatre season.' New York Theatre Guide

Presented by Hannah Gadsby

Directed by Lara Ricote

Produced by Jenney Shamash

• Stand-Up
• $29.00 - $35.00
• 26 March 2026-19 April 2026
• 60 minutes
• Melbourne Town Hall
• Suggested for 15+
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