Jonny Pasvolsky's Comedy Show The CAN Principle Parodies Self-Help Gurus at Adelaide Fringe
Jonny Pasvolsky presents his solo comedy production The CAN Principle at the Adelaide Fringe festival. The show features Pasvolsky portraying Mervin Gimplik, a fictional motivational speaker who shares his unconventional life story through a satirical seminar format. Drawing from Pasvolsky's own background and observations of self-appointed experts, the performance critiques how hope is commodified. The production marks Pasvolsky's debut as both writer and performer. Following its Adelaide run at Ayers House until March 14, it will appear at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival from March 28 to April 5, 2026.
Key facts
- Jonny Pasvolsky wrote and performs the one-man show The CAN Principle
- The comedy parodies motivational speakers and self-help industry practices
- The show premieres at Adelaide Fringe before moving to Melbourne in 2026
- Pasvolsky previously acted in television series including McLeod's Daughters
- The performance incorporates elements from Pasvolsky's personal experiences
Entities
Artists
- Jonny Pasvolsky
Institutions
- Adelaide Fringe
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival
- Sydney Theatre Company
- Ensemble Theatre
- Perth Theatre Co
- Griffin Theatre
Locations
- Adelaide
- Melbourne
- South Africa
- Australia