Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Karate Man. Have one we haven't answered? Email contact@beakcomedy.com.au.
For audiences
Do I have to play, or can I just watch?
You can do either. If you're handed the controller, you can just hand it to someone else. You're welcome to sit back and watch, like a let's play (or like almost every show you've seen ever.)
What if I get the controller and don't know what to do?
No wrong answers. Press anything, it'll be funny. There's a diagram on stage that tells you what each button does. Yeah, you're welcome to mash, go for it.
Do I need to know anything about video games to enjoy it?
No experience needed. It's a self-contained adventure, and it's almost funnier if you don't know anything about games. There are some references and deep cuts in there for the gamers out there... but the show's written with comedy as a priority.
How long is the show?
Around 50 minutes with no interval.
Is Karate Man family-friendly?
Recommended for ages 15 and up, though some venues set their own limit. The show contains coarse language, cartoon violence, and some mature themes.
Is the show wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility depends on the venue and varies by date. When new performances are announced, step-free access, wheelchair seating, accessible toilet and hearing-assistance information will be listed on the relevant event page. The show contains two brief strobe sequences, near the beginning and end, plus loud sound cues, and audience participation is always optional. Email contact@beakcomedy.com.au with specific access requirements.
Are there strobe lights or other sensory triggers?
There are two very brief strobe moments, near the beginning and the end of the show, and some loud sound design. If you have specific sensory sensitivities, email contact@beakcomedy.com.au ahead of your booking and we can give you a full content warning rundown.
Where can I see Karate Man?
Karate Man is now UK-based. It played London in June 2026 and the Edinburgh Fringe in August. There's nothing on sale right now — more UK and European dates are being announced through 2026 and 2027, so follow @karatemanshow on Instagram, or check the tour page.
I saw the show. Can I say something about it?
Please do. There's a review page where you can leave one and read what other audiences have said, and a stats page logging every choice every audience has ever made — you can add yours there too.
For venues & programmers
How do we book Karate Man?
Email contact@beakcomedy.com.au with your venue and proposed dates, and we'll send the full tech rider, press kit and a quote. We're actively booking 2026 and 2027 across the UK and Europe.