About Darren

DARREN SANDERS has written and performed stand-up comedy for over 30 years, entertaining nationalities worldwide. He has written about his life of humour and travel in his memoir - 'How Did I End Up Here? - A Sort of Memoir'
He has pertormed stand-up comedy live on TV shows In Melbourne Tonight, Rove Live, The Russell Gilbert Show, and Stand Up Australia. Darren has also participated on the Studio 10 and The B-Team panels and hosted five seasons of the late night chat show The Darren Sanders Show.
As an actor, Darren has appeared in Underbelly 3 and the feature film by Working Dog 'Any Questions for Ben', where he has the honour of having the last line in the movie and can be spotted in the film 'Shooting Goldman' as the Comedy Club host. He also appeared in the drama "A Place To Call Home'.
Darren Sanders and fellow comedian Garry Who joined forces to produce and present the award-winning TV series Talking Comics with Dazz and Gazz, which won the Antenna Award for Best Comedy Programme.

"Excellent stand-up comedian in the classic sense. I enjoyed Darren's shows immensely. He has impeccable timing, and nothing rattles him." — Viking Cruises"Sanders has a relaxed and confident style that allows the audience to forget his jokes are scripted." — Glam Adelaide

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FunHaus Factory Gosford
Fri 11th April 8pm

"Highly Entertaining"& "Insightful and Funny" - The Daily Telegraph"Sanders has a relaxed and confident style that allows the audience to forget his jokes are scripted as they flow naturally with fast-paced delivery"- Glam AdelaideBrace yourself! Award-winning comedian Darren Sanders is rolling into town for one night only, and he’s bringing the kind of laughs you’ll be quoting for days. Sharp, unpredictable, and wildly funny – this is stand-up at its best.
From his humble beginnings in Adelaide to his pursuit of acting in Hollywood, Sanders' journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Despite his initial aspirations, he found himself irresistibly drawn to the world of stand-up comedy, where he has made a significant mark.'Confessions of a Comedic Mind' is more than just a comedy show; it's a hilarious journey into Darren Sanders's mind, where no topic is offlimits. From everyday life experiences to the absurdities of modern society, Darren's comedic confessions are relatable and side-splittingly funny. Audiences can expect a show with big laughs & unexpected twists.

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How Did I End Up Here?
A Sort of Memoir
by Darren Sanders
$20 (plus $6 postage)

How Did I End Up Here? A Sort of MemoirDarren Sanders may not have had a background in writing, but he certainly has a talent for storytelling. His journey starts in Adelaide, Australia, where he sets out on a backpacking adventure through Europe.From there, he finds himself living in England, driving across the vast expanse of the United States, and finally landing in Hollywood, where he hopes to make his dreams of becoming an actor a reality.Through his witty and humorous writing style, he drops plenty of big names and impresses with his own accomplishments, but it doesn't come off as arrogant. Instead readers are able to empathise with his struggles and root for him as he navigates the competitive entertainment industry.Despite his initial aspirations, he finds himself drawn to the world of stand-up comedy, and continued to explore his creativity through different avenues.Overall, it is an inspiring and heartfelt memoir that shows readers the importance of perseverance. Sanders' story is one of resilience and determination.
As he continues to pursue his dreams, he learns that there is more to life than just making it big.- Mike Buchanan

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