It’s the non-romantic comedy of the year. Heartbreak and hilarity. Too much sex talk from a self-confessed 26-year-old virgin. The Tinder date without the messy bits.

Autism is no laughing matter, but laugh is exactly what Brisbane cabaret performer Oliver Hetherington-Page wants audiences to do.

The No Bang Theory is ready to charm the pants off Brisbane with stories, show tunes and a series of sparkly jackets. Fresh from captivating audiences in Adelaide, Darwin, the Gold Coast and Bundaberg, it’s Brisbane Festival's turn to witness this heartbreaking and hilarious, but always honest look at life on the autism spectrum.

If life serves you lemons, make cabaret. He’s been excluded and bullied and called all the ableist slurs in the book, but he’s survived and ready to set the record straight.

Join us as Matilda award-winning performer Oliver Hetherington-Page debunks the myths of 'cute' autism perpetuated through popular culture favourites such as The Big Bang Theory.

And don’t be fooled by the title, The No Bang Theory is packed with more banging show tunes than a night of karaoke. Plus, sex talk. And dodgy dancing.

Oliver is "single and circulating” and invites you to join the wild ride!

Accessibility Note

Patrons who have accessibility needs, including but not limited to Patrons requiring use of the Assisted Listening Loop, Patrons with Assistant Animals, and Patrons remaining in a wheelchair or mobility device should purchase an Accessible Seat or Wheelchair Bay Ticket.

To purchase an Accessible Seat, Wheelchair Bay or tickets for Companion Card holders, please call Metro Arts on 07 3002 7100 Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm to enquire or make your booking. Alternatively, please email Metro Arts on info@metroarts.com.au and we can set you up with an accessible ticketing account which will allow you to book your accessible tickets online. Please be aware there are limited number of wheelchair spaces and accessible seats available per show.

Assisted Listening: All performances have an Assisted Listening loop available. Please register requirements when booking (limited number available).

Audio Description: The Thursday 5 September performance will have Audio Description available. Please register requirements when booking (limited number available).

Tactile Tour: Join us for a free pre-show Tactile Tour of the performance space, for vision impaired patrons. The Tactile Tour is available on Thursday 5 September, 6:00pm. You will be given the option to register when you book tickets for the Thursday performance.

Auslan Interpreted Performances: The Performances on Thursday 5 September 7pm and Saturday 7 September 2:30pm will be Auslan Interpreted.

COVID-19 Precautions

We take the safety of our patrons, staff and artists seriously. Metro Arts will continue to follow the latest Qld Government's COVID-19 advice and requirements to keep our patrons, staff and artists safe. Please review our Terms and Conditions, in addition to Ferve's Terms and Conditions prior to purchasing tickets.

While masks are currently not mandated, they are still encouraged where socially distancing is not possible. Complimentary face masks are available at the Box Office. Find out more. If you are unwell, please refrain from attending events at Metro Arts and contact us at your earliest convenience.

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