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

Wii Sports Resort – Wikipedia

Sid Meier's Civilization V – Wikipedia

Hitman: World of Assassination – official site

Hitman: World of Assassination – Steam

Other games and references mentioned

Caves of Qud – official site

Caves of Qud – Steam

PAX West – Seattle gaming convention

Switch Sports – Nintendo

Next week's guest

Pierce Brown – official website

Red Rising – Pierce Brown's debut novel

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