Dave Thornton: Spit & Polish
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Dave Thornton: Spit & Polish

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“You know those moments in your life that make you want to vomit a little bit in your mouth every time you remember them?” asks Dave Thornton during his new show Spit & Polish. Thornton has had his fair share of these cringe-worthy moments throughout his life – as we find out throughout the show – but so have all of us, which is what makes his stand-up so enjoyable and heart warming. An engaging storyteller, Thornton covers the harsh realities of relationships and dating, the stresses that build up in everyday life and the pressure that comes with maturing and growing older. Stories are personal and genuine as Thornton discusses moving in with his girlfriend, travelling overseas and relationships gone wrong.

The intimate setting at ACMI gives Thornton plenty of opportunity to interact with the audience, which he does frequently throughout the show. There are no strained accents and he doesn’t whine or yell – it merely feels like you’re listening to a friend share stories at Sunday afternoon drinks.

For the most part, the show is a light-hearted affair that is easily relatable, but there are a few more poignant moments when Thornton reflects on his past mistakes and the anxieties that keep him up at night. It is comedy that appeals to all ages and genders and you’ll find yourself chuckling along at some of Thornton’s more questionable decisions – and maybe some of your own as well.

BY KELSEY BERRY

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