John Robertson is an Australian comedian, writer, and performer who has carved out a singular space between stand-up, theatre, and video games. Beginning his career on the UK and international comedy circuit, he became known for his high-energy, unpredictable style—before creating The Dark Room, a live-action text adventure where audiences shout commands, face absurd deaths, and attempt to survive his chaotic world.
The show has toured globally, sold out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and grown into an online phenomenon, streamed to millions and adapted into digital formats. Alongside this, he has written and performed a wide range of solo shows and interactive work, creating a unique space where comedy, games, and audience participation collide.
John Robertson – website & show
John Robertson – official website
The Dark Room – live show information
The Dark Room – live dates and tickets
The Dark Room – Edinburgh Fringe 2026 at the Gilded Balloon
The Dark Room – Dark Room Deathstravaganza at Leicester Square Theatre, 22 November
John Robertson – Twitch (Robbotron)
John's Perfect Console
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Mega Drive, 1992) – Wikipedia
Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo – Wikipedia
Sid Meier's Civilization V – Wikipedia
Hitman: World of Assassination – official site
Hitman: World of Assassination – Steam
Other games and references mentioned
PAX West – Seattle gaming convention
Next week's guest
Pierce Brown – official website
Red Rising – Pierce Brown's debut novel
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