Mad Mike Bennett

Mike is a Kiwi who has made Oz his home for the past 20 years.  Many people will know Mike’s work already; as Mad Mike the warm up act for the Police Academy Stunt Show at Warner Bros Movie World where he worked for 15 years. Mad Mike was winner of the BIG ‘E’ Award for Best Atmosphere/Street Performer of the world’s theme parks by IAAPA (International Association for Amusement Parks and Attractions) in 2006.

Mad Mike’s charisma is evident as soon as he takes the stage; he’s been enthralling crowds with his brilliant delivery and energetic physical comedy for the past ten years.

Bennett has crafted an animated style of his own and has been honing his craft on the Australian comedy circuits since 98 to rave revues.

Mad Mike captivates both club and corporate crowds alike with his vivid imagery and wide eyed persona and regularly works as a guest comedian on P&O Cruises across the South Pacific along with his tours to Sydney and Melbourne’s Comedy hot spots.

TV appearances include Australia’s Funniest Home Videos, Hey-Hey it’s Saturday, FMV TV’s Home Delivered Humour (Seven Network) and Stand-up Australia (Comedy Channel) .

Mike Bennett: A Question and Answer Session…

Name: Mike Bennett aka: Mad Mike

Age: Age of Aquarius, 60’s Baby Man

Years in Biz: Started in 98

Club started in: Basement Comedy Club. Gold Coast Arts Centre

Best Gig ever: Every time I’m on at the Basement Comedy Club