Performer Jenny Wynter bounces back to Melbourne after “unexpected” car crash

The irony of being wiped out in a head on collision only weeks before her show about “the unexpected” was to debut at Melbourne International Comedy Festival is not lost on comedienne and cabaret performer Jenny Wynter. She’s currently performing her solo show The Unexpected Variety Show for the Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Side-lined from performing for months to recover from the horrific accident, in which her then 11-month-old-baby was also present, Jenny fell into “a very deep and dark place. I thought my career was over, my body had permanently changed…it certainly put stagefright in context!”

Nearly two years later and Wynter – and her solo show The Unexpected Variety Show – are finally back. And this time, Jenny says it will take nothing less than “wild horses, a Norwegian strong man and/or the Apocalypse” to keep her away!

Interesting facts about The Unexpected Variety Show:

The show was developed during a residency at the world-renowned Banff Centre for the Arts, Canada.

It was directed by LA’s comedy guru Gary Austin, whom Helen Hunt thanked in her Oscar speech.

Jenny wrote much of it while pregnant with her third child in Canada.

“Jenny Wynter oozes talent, and The Unexpected Variety Show is a very passionate piece…I know I could see her over and over again.” –Adelaide ArtBeat.

 

“Audiences were treated to a clever, funny and moving show…Wynter’s energy and passion were captivating…her honest and clever delivery moved the audience from laughter to tears. If you get a chance to see The Unexpected Variety Show you have to do it. You’ll laugh and you’ll be inspired.” –GlamAdelaide

 

“Don’t see Jenny Wynter’s show without a packet of tissues and three coats of waterproof mascara – I laughed and cried (often simultaneously), at this fabulous fusion of wit, musical talent, great physical comedy and poignant storytelling. Jenny is a hugely likeable talent whose take on motherhood is as funny as you could wish for and more thought provoking than you’d expect.” –Brisbane News.

The Unexpected Variety Show 

Venue: Revolt Melbourne, 12 Elizabeth Street, Kensington

Dates: 27 September – 9 October, 2011

Time: Tues-Sat 7.30pm, Sun 4.30pm

Duration: 60 minutes

Tickets: Full $20, Concession $15 

Bookings: Click here or call 03 9660 9666

For more information on the show, click here.

Jenny Wynter’s official website: www.jennywynter.com

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