Kurt Sterling’s 1 Big Oops brings audience confessions to life at Newcastle Fringe Festival this March.
The interactive comedy show is set to take over Souths Merewether in March 2026, turning embarrassing stories from local audiences into hilarious on-stage performances.
Fans will have the chance to see top comedians act out their most cringe-worthy moments in a live, unscripted format.
At the heart of 1 Big Oops is audience participation. Attendees submit their most mortifying experiences on paper at the start of the show, and the comedians are tasked with performing them—bringing to life the awkward, silly, and sometimes shocking confessions in real time.
Each story is treated anonymously, letting participants watch their secrets unfold in a safe and humorous environment.
The show also features a competition for Newcastle and Hunter residents aged 18 and over. Locals are invited to submit their own embarrassing stories via email for a chance to win a double pass to the show, where their confession will be acted out live.
Entrants must focus on their own personal stories, and all submissions are subject to review for appropriateness. Winning and selected stories may also be used in show promotion or on social media, though the identities of participants will remain anonymous.
Submissions close on Wednesday, 11 March. One winner will be notified directly prior to the performance.
1 Big Oops is part of the Newcastle Fringe Festival, offering three chances for Newcastle audiences to laugh at the messy, awkward side of life on 19-21 March, with tickets priced at $25. Tickets are now available via the Newcastle Fringe website.
