Skip to content

Matt Lucas

When

Event Status

Most autobiographies unfold in chronological order – starting in childhood and following the author through adolescence into adulthood. But the new book from Matt Lucas is called Little Me: My Story from A to Z. An alphabetically organised memoir would be an unusual move for most writers, but it’s a typical one for Lucas, who has built his comedy career on looking at the world askew.

In its gleefully jumbled way, the book tells of the comedian’s childhood, rise to fame, his struggles and successes. Lucas is best known for the outrageous characters he played on Little Britainincluding Daffyd ‘only gay in the village’ Thomas and Vicky Pollard – but the book shows the more reflective side of its author. It touches on the fraught and fabulous moments of his school years, his father’s stint in prison, the story behind his famously bald head and his adult experiences of grief and fame. The book provides insights, too, into his career exploits, creative collaborations and comic inspirations – his work with David Walliams and his role in Doctor Who.

In April at St Kilda Town Hall, this icon of British popular culture will talk to Cal Wilson about his book, his life and the changing spirit of comedy – not necessarily in that order.

Due to changing work commitments, Matt Lucas has had to cancel his Australian and New Zealand tour. He offers his sincere apologies to his fans.

Featuring

Matt Lucas

Matthew Lucas is a comedian, screenwriter, actor and singer, best known for his work with David Walliams in the television show Little Britain, as well as for his portrayals of George Dawes in the comedy panel game Shooting Stars and both Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee in Alice in Wonderland and t... Read more

Cal Wilson

Cal Wilson came across the Tasman in 2003 and has gone on to become one of our most popular comedians, a perennial favourite on television shows such as Have You Been Paying Attention?, Spicks and Specks, Good News Week and Thank God You’re Here. Her stand up shows are as engaging as they are... Read more

Location

St Kilda Town Hall

99a Carlisle St, St Kilda VIC 3182

More details

Stay up to date with our upcoming events and special announcements by subscribing to The Wheeler Centre's mailing list.

Privacy Policy

The Wheeler Centre acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners of the land on which the Centre stands. We acknowledge and pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their Elders, past and present, as the custodians of the world’s oldest continuous living culture.