By Bella Jones
Are you an adult who misses the experience of getting a lucky dip at your local fair? Unsure what exactly you were going to get but certain it would be something exciting? Emma Holland might just be the comedy equivalent of that.
Donât Touch My Trinkets is a visit to Hollandâs own personal art gallery, one where she is allowed to handle the exhibits as much as she wants. The audience follows her journey through some of the art mediums she tried before ending up in comedy. Holland is a master at combining the absurd with the ordinary, the result? An hour of comedy that ranges from physical gags, tech, and traditional storytelling, plus just about everything in between.
Emma Holland is in demand, appearing on and writing for The Cheap Seats, Have You Been Paying Attention? Most recently she wrote for the AACTAs. Her latest comedy show proves why her impressive CV is no surprise.
This show is intensely, cleverly written. Itâs almost exhausting just how many jokes Holland has managed to fit in, as she ties together stories from childhood, casual sexism and genuine enthusiasm for nearly every form of art.
One of Hollandâs most impressive talents lies in the fact that a quick dick joke feels perfectly at home next to biting social commentary. All building towards an ending that was a festival highlight for me. Unafraid to move quickly she easily keeps the audience on their toes with a determined passion and clear understanding of exactly what kind of performance she wants to give. Not that itâs hard to keep the roomâs attention, Holland has a clear audience and sold out shows night after night prove just how much her niche is connecting with the right people.
Emma Hollandâs brain seems like an incredible place to spend even an hour in, itâs always a treat to get to experience it.
Emma Holland performs Donât Touch My Trinkets at ACMI til April 20
https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/emma-holland-don-t-touch-my-trinkets/