Fire in the Meth Lab is another compelling and personal show by Jon Bennett, where he dives into the chaotic and darkly humorous story of his brother's life. Through letters and candid reflections, Bennett unravels the ups and downs of his brother’s troubled existence, including encounters with crime, addiction, and prison. The show skillfully balances shocking revelations with Bennett’s characteristic comedic touch, making it both wildly entertaining and deeply moving.

This show explores heavier themes—such as family bonds, diverging life choices, and the consequences of addiction—but Bennett’s storytelling softens the intensity with moments of humor and tenderness. With stories of drug dealers, car chases, fights, and even cancer, Fire in the Meth Lab presents a gripping and heartfelt narrative about the complexities of sibling relationships and the unpredictable paths that life can take.

The unique mixture of outrageous anecdotes and sincere emotion allows audiences to connect with Bennett's personal story while also providing plenty of laughs along the way. It’s a reflection on how two brothers, raised in the same environment, can end up on very different life trajectories, yet still maintain a bond filled with love and humor.

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

**Best of Fest (Saskatoon Fringe, 2018)

**Best Script (Nelson Fringe, 2018)

**Best Performance Winner  (Victoria Fringe, 2016)

**Sell Out Show Award Winner (Orlando Fringe, 2014)

**Audience Best in Venue Fringe Award Winner (Orlando Fringe, 2014)

**Sold out Season (Brisbane Comedy Festival 2015)

**Selected (Just for Laughs Zoofest, 2014)

**Just for Laughs Award nomination for Best Comedy (Montreal Fringe, 2014)

**Pick of the Fringe Runner up (Victoria Fringe, 2016)

**Favorite Comedy Runner up (Victoria Fringe, 2016)

**Favorite Spoken Word/Storytelling Runner up  (Victoria Fringe, 2016)

**Favorite Solo Show Runner up  (Victoria Fringe, 2016)

**Best Comedy Award Nominee (Perth Fringe World, 2014)

“Bennett is a ball of energy and his humour is on point. If you’ve never heard about vomit punches or belly-bucking, this is the show for you. ★★★★★” - Edmonton Journal (CAN)

“Jon Bennett is relatable from the get-go. ★★★★★” - National Post

 “Charming, engaging and endearing. ★★★★★” - The Star Phoenix (CAN)

“This show will make you laugh, even after you’ve left the venue. ★★★★★” – Vue Weekly (CAN)

“Hilarious. ★★★★★” – Edmonton Sun (CAN)

“Bennett is consistently hilarious. ★★★★★” - Edmontonfringe.ca

“Incinerates your expectations of the solo confessional, this flammable Australian is in a league of his own.” ★★★★½ – 12th Night (CAN)

“Brilliant ★★★★½” - Rip it Up Magazine (AUS)

“the deepest, most poetic hour you’ll spend. ★★★★” - Winnipeg Free Press (CAN)

“Funny, compelling and surprising, Fire in the Meth Lab will have you laughing one minute and tearing up the next. ★★★★” - CBC (CAN)

“Bennett has an uncanny and unnerving ability to make you crease up with laughter before dropping a perfectly timed bombshell. ★★★★” - Time Out (UK)

“It took me several minutes to regain my hearing after the show, not from Bennett’s delivery but from the level of laughter the packed crowd generated. ★★★★”  – The West Australian

“Jon Bennett sets the gold standard in storytelling. This show is powerful, brutally honest, and drenched in the rich humour of pathos. This is unlike any other show you’ll find at the festival. Get your hit of raw and real comedy. This is my pick of the festival so far.” – Heckler (AUS)

“Timeless joy” - Herald Sun (AUS)

“An entrancing hour of compelling stories ★★★★” - Chortle (UK)

“Fire in the Meth Lab is fucking hilarious!” – Forget the Box (CAN)

“über-watchable”  – Charpo Canada (CAN)