Comedian Richard Lindesay

Richard’s comedy is an onslaught of foolishness including flutes, jokes, flutes, flutes, jokes, other obscure woodwind instruments, clowning, flutes, and jokes. And then sometimes for good measure he throws in more jokes. It’s very silly indeed and the audience often become willing contributors to the silliness.

Richard’s style is charming and inoffensive, not for any moral reason, but because he is worried that one day his Mum will sneak into the audience without him knowing. And if his Mum heard him say a naughty word she’d almost definitely demand he paid her back for all the hundreds of hours of childhood flute lessons.

Richard grew up in small seaside town in New Zealand and gained early notoriety by becoming the coolest boy in his school ever to get into the flute band. Later he found out that it was actually because the school only had a single flute, so in dismay he left to find his fame elsewhere.

His first move was to Sydney, where he accidentally took place in a comedy show by finding himself on stage after taking a wrong turn when trying to find the toilets. Armed with just a $10 recorder and zero jokes, his first performance wasn’t conventionally funny but he sure did get laughed at. Some might ask why he was taking a recorder to the toilet but that’s another story.

Richard then travelled throughout the UK and Europe, performing in comedy clubs, comedy festivals, and in front of his mirror. Although he became an audience favourite at the clubs and festivals, the mirror was not a fan.

So if you have never experienced flute comedy before (and chances are that unless you’ve seen Richard already that you have not) then it is time you came to see the joyousness of Richard’s comedy in action. And Richard will give you extra bonus cool person points if you bring your flute along with you.

“Richard is a comedy wunderkind!” – Tim Ferguson (Doug Anthony All Stars)

Finalist – UK Musical Comedy Awards 2020

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95 Comments

Corey · February 24, 2024 at 10:57 pm

Richard Lindesay and Christina Van Look were great and the MC Peter Meisel was amazing.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 24th February

Nadja · February 24, 2024 at 10:47 pm

Richard was great!
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 24th February

Cathryn · February 21, 2024 at 10:53 pm

loved Thao and Fiona Cox. Richard Lindesay MC funny too
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 16th February

Emma · October 27, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Recorder Richard Lindsay was a bag of fun. An evening to remember – great laughs and good fun
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

David · October 27, 2023 at 10:41 pm

A great show. I laughed so much I couldn’t breathe. RICHARD LINDESAY WAS GREAT.
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

David · October 27, 2023 at 10:39 pm

Recorder or friends – great song!
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

Stephanie · October 27, 2023 at 10:38 pm

Loved seeing Jenny – I’ve watched a lot of her videos on instagram and she’s always so funny. Enjoyed Richard Lindsay’s segment as well.
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

Vanessa · October 27, 2023 at 10:37 pm

Really enjoyed Jenny Tian & Richard. Great variety. Good energy.
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

Kellie · October 27, 2023 at 10:35 pm

Richard Lindesay entertaining.
The 7 Comedians Show in Roseville, 27th October

Vanessa · September 30, 2023 at 10:42 pm

Peter Meisel! Richard Lindesay! Umit Bali!
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 30th September

Adriana · September 30, 2023 at 10:37 pm

Richard Lindesay!! Wooh!
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 30th September

Gina · September 30, 2023 at 10:35 pm

Richard Great.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 30th September

Cali · September 10, 2023 at 10:32 pm

So far : Christina / Richard happy to be included 🙂
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 10th September

Jake · September 10, 2023 at 10:29 pm

Christina Van Look and Richard Lindesay killed it!
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 10th September

Alisa · September 10, 2023 at 10:29 pm

Best acts so far- Christina Van Look, Richard Lindesay, Jenny Tian! Nice friendly welcome! Everyone so lovely 🙂
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 10th September

Elizabeth · September 1, 2023 at 10:35 pm

🙂 Richard Lindesay 10/10
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st September

Clay · August 12, 2023 at 10:32 pm

If Richard one more recorder he would need to take his pants off to play it.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Jaqueline · August 12, 2023 at 10:32 pm

Jamal and Richard Lindesay were my favourites of the night. Very funny. Friendly and inviting atmosphere. Great venue.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Rhys · August 12, 2023 at 10:32 pm

Honestly I like the recorders.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Sinead · August 12, 2023 at 10:28 pm

Well run event! Very friendly staff. Richard Lindesay is a legend! The recorder for the WIN!!
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Lorraine · August 12, 2023 at 10:26 pm

Richard was very clever playing so many recorders!
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Mark · August 12, 2023 at 10:26 pm

LET RICHARD KNOW I’LL BE HIS FRIEND 🙂 GREAT SHOW, OUR WHOLE GANG LOVED IT!
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Anakha · August 12, 2023 at 10:23 pm

Loved Richard’s recorder bits!
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Scott · August 12, 2023 at 10:22 pm

ENJOYED THE MC TOO. (Richard Lindesay)
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 12th August

Bernadette · August 5, 2023 at 10:32 pm

RICHARD WITH HIS FLUTES IS VERY FUNNY AND ENTERTAINING.
Secret Comedy Club in Gosford, 5th August

Terry · August 5, 2023 at 10:32 pm

Richard Lindesay’s variations were great – nice work Richard!
Secret Comedy Club in Gosford, 5th August

Annabelle · August 5, 2023 at 10:32 pm

Amazing night! MC Richard very fun, Very welcoming atmosphere xoxo RAWRsome
Secret Comedy Club in Gosford, 5th August

Lauren · August 5, 2023 at 10:30 pm

Richard Lindesay is the reason we come!
Secret Comedy Club in Gosford, 5th August

Simon · August 5, 2023 at 10:29 pm

MC is fun. (Richard Lindesay)
Secret Comedy Club in Gosford, 5th August

Tessa · July 22, 2023 at 10:58 pm

Recorder or friends’ (Richard Lindesay’s) performance was hilarious.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 22nd July

Jenny · July 22, 2023 at 10:54 pm

❤️ Richard Lindesay 🙂
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 22nd July

Daneeka · July 22, 2023 at 10:40 pm

Richard Lindesay and Christina Zheng are great quality.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 22nd July

Troy · July 14, 2023 at 10:55 pm

Richard Lindesay is amazing! Very talented and great laugh.
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

Annette · July 14, 2023 at 10:51 pm

Good value, Richard Lindesay & Jenny Tian are amazing
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

Robert · July 14, 2023 at 10:49 pm

Richard Lindesay was so funny from start to finish and an act like I had never seen before.
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

Stacey · July 14, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Have really enjoyed the night especially Jenny Tian and Richard Lindesay. Will definitely come again
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

Dave · July 14, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Enjoyed the night. Richard Lindesay was awesome.
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

Pauline · July 14, 2023 at 10:40 pm

Richard Lindesay was great, loved all the flutes
The 7 Comedians Show in Wyong, 14th July

David · July 1, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Richard Lindesay! I now want to learn the recorder!!
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Elmira · July 1, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Peter Meisel & Richard Lindesay
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Julie · July 1, 2023 at 10:46 pm

Loved Richard’s recorders! So original and hilarious! ❤️
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Sue · July 1, 2023 at 10:45 pm

Liked Richard’s recorder.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Bassima · July 1, 2023 at 10:43 pm

Kate Dolan and Richard Lindesay. The jokes were fantastic! Was a pleasure to watch.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Sussan · July 1, 2023 at 10:43 pm

Kate Dolan and Richard Lindesay were great, I have not laughed so much in a long time.
Secret Comedy Club in Surry Hills, 1st July

Nicholas · May 26, 2023 at 10:52 pm

Liked the recorder joke from the MC.
Secret Comedy Club in Marayong, 26th May

Andrew · May 26, 2023 at 10:51 pm

the sheep shagging joke (Richard Lindesay) had me in hysterics
Secret Comedy Club in Marayong, 26th May

Kellie · May 6, 2023 at 10:37 pm

Good structure – a few sets, then a break! Good mix male/female. Good variety- styles! We loved David Poltorak! And Richard Lindesay
The 7 Comedians Show in Kogarah, 6th May

Bernadette · April 29, 2023 at 10:59 pm

ALL COMEDIANS WERE REALLY GOOD. RICHARD LINDESAY WAS VERY FUNNY.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Finian · April 29, 2023 at 10:57 pm

I thought Richard Lindesay was great.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Matt · April 29, 2023 at 10:56 pm

Richard Lindesay and Peter Meisel were extremely funny. Loved the show, fantastic to have comedy in our local area
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Mike · April 29, 2023 at 10:54 pm

Richard Lindesay funny
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Krish · April 29, 2023 at 10:50 pm

thought Richards effort with instruments was enjoyable
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Allan · April 29, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Loved the MC Peter Meisel & Richard Lindesay talent great.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Barbara · April 29, 2023 at 10:48 pm

Love the comedy – Sean Morahan, Peter Meisel and Richard Lindesay especially
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Peter · December 9, 2022 at 10:32 pm

Very funny show, get to the Milk Factory and smell the magic! “Recorder or Friends?” Richard Lindesay

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th December

Lara · December 9, 2022 at 10:32 pm

Joe and Richard Lindesay!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th December

Sarah · December 9, 2022 at 10:29 pm

Really great line up! “Recorder or friends” will play in my head forever – Thanks Richard ❤️

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th December

Anonymous · October 14, 2022 at 10:51 pm

We swore a lot. The funny guy with flute!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 14th October

AJ · September 23, 2022 at 10:45 pm

Love the sing-a-long recorder & friends

Secret Comedy Club at Redfern, 23rd September

David · September 23, 2022 at 10:32 pm

Richard was sick! All comedians were great!

Secret Comedy Club at Redfern, 23rd September

M · September 16, 2022 at 10:41 pm

the recorder bit was good (Richard Lindesay)

7 Comedians Show at Redfern, 16th September

Joel · August 27, 2022 at 10:48 pm

Tell Richard to keep his shirt on!

7 Comedians Show at Maroubra, 27th August

Cloey · August 27, 2022 at 10:44 pm

Great night, highly recommend. Favourite comedians are host Richard Lindesay and Suraj. Both were so funny!!

7 Comedians Show at Maroubra, 27th August

Amy · August 27, 2022 at 10:36 pm

Great show. The MC Richard is brilliant

7 Comedians Show at Maroubra, 27th August

Hazel · August 27, 2022 at 10:28 pm

Jenny and Suraj was awesome and Richard.

7 Comedians Show at The Juniors, Maroubra, 27th August

Martin · August 26, 2022 at 10:51 pm

Richard Lindesay had me in stitches!!

Secret Comedy Club at Bay Road Brewing, 26th August

Anonymous · August 7, 2022 at 10:28 pm

My friend loved the quirkiness of Richard Lindesay.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Lachlan · July 26, 2022 at 10:49 pm

I like 4 flutes in the mouth ( Richard Lindesay)

Secret Comedy Club at Gosford, 26th August

Jodie · July 8, 2022 at 10:35 pm

Richard Lindesay , Te and Andrew Marriott all 3 are awesome!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Anthony · July 8, 2022 at 10:35 pm

Really enjoyed Richard’s set. A great night overall, we’ll be back.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Hope · July 8, 2022 at 10:35 pm

Richard (Lindesay) and Big Daddy my faves ❤️

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Peter · July 8, 2022 at 10:32 pm

GOOD FUN NIGHT, VERY CASUAL NIGHT THE KIWI BLOKE RICHARD WAS FUNNY AND COMEDIANS WERE GOOD

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Lisa · July 8, 2022 at 10:32 pm

Richard & Dane hilarious, great night out.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 8th July

Robyn · June 11, 2022 at 10:32 pm

Lots of laughs well worth the admission ticket. Loved Richard Lindesay.

7 Comedians Show at Colebee, 11th June

Medhbh · June 11, 2022 at 10:32 pm

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Well done all! Richard is so much fun!

7 Comedians Show at Colebee, 11th June

Korinne · June 11, 2022 at 10:32 pm

All the comedians are great – loved Peter and our MC Richard.

7 Comedians Show at Colebee, 11th June

Steve · June 10, 2022 at 10:35 pm

Side splitting, face hurting, belly rumbling bag of laughs. Quality laughs, comedians grouse. I so want to go buy a recorder now!!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 10th June

Felicity · June 10, 2022 at 10:25 pm

Richard has a big recorder

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 10th June

Daniel · May 13, 2022 at 10:38 pm

Jolly good show! Richard for the win!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 13th May

Jodie · April 29, 2022 at 10:55 pm

RICHARD LINDESAY, PETER MEISEL AND TE RINA TAITE WERE GREAT OVERALL. I’VE HAD A GREAT NIGHT. WILL RECOMMEND TO FRIENDS 🙂
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Alicia · April 29, 2022 at 10:49 pm

Richard Lindesay was my fave.
The 7 Comedians Show in Maroubra, 29th April

Peta · February 27, 2022 at 10:51 pm

★★★★ Richard was cool

Secret Comedy Club at The Rocks, 27th February

Anonymous · February 26, 2022 at 10:45 pm

Flute guy was awesome!

Black Label Comedy at The Rocks, 26th February

Joel · February 26, 2022 at 10:37 pm

★★★ Recorder was fun

Black Label Comedy at The Rocks, 26th February

Ben · February 25, 2022 at 10:38 pm

★★★★★ When they ask you to decide between a recorder and friends… choose recorder

The 7 Comedians Show at The Rocks, 25th February

Chris · February 25, 2022 at 10:38 pm

★★★★★ Richard Lindesay!

The 7 Comedians Show at The Rocks, 25th February

Brianna · October 22, 2021 at 10:50 pm

I’ve never looked @ a flute so sexually before. A Good Laugh.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 22nd October

Christie · October 22, 2021 at 10:45 pm

The flute dude was awesome! 🙂

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 22nd October

Monique · October 22, 2021 at 10:43 pm

The flute was hilarious, I enjoyed the puns and relatable jokes across the comics. Great show.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 22nd October

Sharon · October 22, 2021 at 10:39 pm

loved the flute.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 22nd October

Rachel · June 18, 2021 at 10:40 pm

It was ok. Wish there was more flute.

7 Comedians Show at Redfern, 18th June

Karan · June 18, 2021 at 10:33 pm

Great show. Richard had some great bits! 🙂

7 Comedians Show at Redfern, 18th June

Caryn · April 9, 2021 at 10:27 pm

GOOD SHOW, Richard very clever.

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th April

Julie · April 9, 2021 at 10:26 pm

More flute fart jokes please!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th April

Di · April 9, 2021 at 10:10 pm

Richard’s recorder touched me in a special way!

7 Comedians Show at Wyong, 9th April

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