In the 12th century, troubadours sang songs of chivalry to noble families. In the 21st century, Troubadette sings songs of bikini waxing, dismemberment, and some guy’s dick to anyone who’ll listen. Channeling the energy of a kindergarten teacher and the wisdom of your favourite wine aunty, Troubadette has been making musical mayhem across Aotearoa for over 20 years. Sugar sweet vocals and razor sharp lyrics combine to make memorable tunes you’ll wish you didn’t have stuck in your head during a staff meeting.
– Theatreview, Dunedin Fringe
Troubadette strikes a perfect balance between sincere and sarcastic in the award-winning SPACE HOLE.
…her comedy is wonderfully weird, risqué, and even a little dark.
Troubadette’s comedy shines because of [the] eternal juxtaposition between the kitschy and bawdy.
AWARDS
2025
WINNER – Producers Pick
“The Goodies” – Good Times Comedy Club
WINNER – The Music Award
For solo hour SPACE HOLE – Dunedin Fringe Festival
2024
NOMINEE – Goodest Comedian
NOMINEE – Goodest Variety Act
“The Goodies” – Good Times Comedy Club
NOMINEE – Best Breakthrough Act, South Island
“The Guildies” – NZ Comedy Guild
2023
NOMINEE – Goodest Variety Act
WINNER – People’s Choice
“The Goodies” – Good Times Comedy Club
2022
NOMINEE – Goodest Variety Act
“The Goodies” – Good Times Comedy Club