Just No!

Urzila Carlson operates on the premise that modern human beings are completely united by what irritates them. Filmed at the Brisbane Powerhouse, this hour sees the South African-New Zealander targeting the minor social violations of daily life with her characteristically frank, deadpan style of stand-up. Rather than attempting to find peace or common ground, she leans into the shared release of communal annoyance, telling stories about camping trips, the misery of bake sales, and the daily compromises of the female wardrobe.\n\nAt this point in her career, Carlson was riding a massive wave of popularity across Australia and New Zealand, consistently selling out festival runs and securing her status as a fixture on regional television. Her momentum in 2025 extended internationally as she landed a role in a high-profile Happy Madison feature and made her US live debut. On stage, however, her focus remains delightfully small-scale and physical. She spends chunks of the show detailing the physics of underwire bras, the logistical necessity of taking over men’s public restrooms, and why she cannot stand people who say “bless you” after a sneeze. It is a conversational performance, delivered with the easy rhythm of someone who has spent years perfecting her club-ready timing.