Expatriate
pom who found fame as an Australian comedian and the exception to the universal rule that
mimes cannot be funny. He was a stalwart of
The Big Gig with his characters
Pate Biscuit (a send-up of Australian children's entertainer
Patsy Biscoe) and
Sgt. Smith, also hosting the show (as himself) on several occasions.
His more recent work, The Plumber's Opera, Kissing Frogs, The Complete Works of Shakespeare and Certified Male incorporate standup, mime and song into theatrical spectaculars that manage to be touching, poignant and hilarious.