Sistas in Comedy's A Serve of Whacky with a Side of Red Flags! - NAFA 2025

Sistas in Comedy have returned to the stage with their latest offering, A Serve of Whacky with a Side of Red Flags!, and it’s every bit as outrageous, heartfelt, and hilariously unfiltered as the title suggests. This ensemble of dynamic women delivers a riotous hour of storytelling, satire, and song that dives headfirst into the messy, magnificent terrain of womanhood.

The evening begins with a provocative visual montage that hints at a performance centered on female anatomy—think bold, unapologetic imagery with a distinctly vaginal theme. Yet, what unfolds is far more expansive. The show traverses topics ranging from education and relationships to ageing and self-image, all with a comedic lens.

The MC sets the tone with a cheeky welcome, affectionately dubbing the audience “wankers” before launching into a surprisingly insightful breakdown of the phrase “How’s it going?”, a linguistic detour that somehow manages to be both crude and culturally illuminating.

Sally, a Maths teacher by trade, brings a dry wit to her segment, offering a candid glimpse into the trials of modern education. Her routine cleverly stays within her professional wheelhouse, using concepts of measurement and volume to explore the average size of male anatomy, a lesson in statistics that had the crowd in stitches.

Lenny’s musical interlude is a standout moment. With a voice that could charm the most cynical listener, she serenades the audience into collective adoration. Her song, paired with enthusiastic crowd participation, creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

Therese, the accountant, surprises with a dual-themed set that juxtaposes the grueling reality of marathon training with the unexpected world of pole dancing. Her deadpan delivery and self-deprecating humour make for a refreshingly honest take on pushing physical boundaries—whether for fitness or flair.

One of the more surreal highlights is a skit featuring a family trio—husband, wife, and daughter—debating the hilariously inappropriate names found on the “rude map of the world.” What begins as a quirky geography lesson quickly spirals into a frenzied, innuendo-laden exchange that culminates in a theatrical climax, leaving the audience wide-eyed and breathless with laughter.

Closing the show is the indomitable Fanny Feralbush, whose name alone sets the tone for her segment. Her reflections on ageing are laced with irony and musical flair, offering sobering truths about the cost, both financial and emotional, of maintaining youth and sexual vitality. Her performance is equal parts comedic and contemplative, striking a chord with anyone who’s ever felt the pressure to preserve their prime.

A Serve of Whacky with a Side of Red Flags! is a bold, unfiltered celebration of the female experience. It’s a rollercoaster of hilarity and honesty, delivered by a troupe that knows how to balance the absurd with the authentic.