Daniel Muggleton is an Australian comedian in a tracksuit.

His live shows frequently sell-out at comedy festivals around the world, have earned him numerous five-star reviews and a couple of industry awards. Daniel’s comedy specials ‘White & Wrong’ and ‘Let’s Never Hang Out’ have aired on Channel 7, Amazon Prime & The ABC. He's also been hand-picked to support Steve Hofstetter, Russell Kane & Adam Rowe on tour, and was invited to perform at Just For Laughs in 2023. Through a combination of red hot word-of-mouth and viral stand-up clips, Daniel has become one of the most in-demand live acts in Australia.

Daniel is also one of the hosts of Flog Cabin which is a comedy podcast you should start listening to if you don’t already.

A quick note from Daniel:

“Hello, I’m Daniel Muggleton, I’m the guy. I just wanted to let you know that unlike previous years there’s a chance this show is about something. If I had to choose a word to describe what that is I’d say ‘family’ but remember, the Fast & Furious franchise is also about family so there’s an equal chance this show is about street racing or about me finally becoming a father. If not, I promise it’ll be the usual fresh hour of race, politics and dicks that you’ve grown accustomed to. Cheers.”

"A foul-mouthed prophet" ★★★★★ – The Advertiser

"Will have you laughing and then hating yourself for it" ★★★★☆ HiFi Way

“Thought-provoking, immensely uncomfortable and hilarious” ★★★★ The Clothesline

“Not a 6pm comedian” ★★★★ The Age

“A genuinely exciting talent” ★★★★ Chortle

“A comedian with something special” ★★★★★ WeekendNotes

“Muggleton delivers the goods” ★★★★★ Artshub

August 13, 2025    The QR

Daniel Muggleton has long been a favourite of the QR household. Droll the max in his, I think it’s fair to say, iconic red adidas tracksuit, he has never knowingly taken a prisoner. However, since his last trip to the Fringe, Daniel has assisted in the production of a baby.

I think it may have softened him up a little. There is only one cocaine joke in this set, and he barely flirts with socially sensitive landmines, with a few laudable exceptions. Surprising for a show entitled, ‘You May Be White, I May Be Crazy.’

He’s still a very funny man, don’t get me wrong, and his genial air of menace when working an audience remains intact. His bits on the male relationship to therapy, and the recent age verification laws regarding this internet make for classic Muggleton observations. His lengthy table and chair analogy for his marriage might get a bit stretched, but it still provides some cracking call-backs. There’s nothing wrong with Daniel Muggleton’s technique.

His timing also remains as sharp and unrushed as always, as does his wonderfully dry delivery. These talents elevate tales, such as almost choking to death thanks to social niceties, above the merely chuckle-worthy. That said, his bits on new fatherhood, and modern dating feel a little by the numbers, with just a little Muggleton vinegar sprinkled on top.

I do suspect he’ll be a first rate compere for the ‘AC/DC: Australian Comedians / Dope Comedy’ showcase he hosts each night. Less need for material, just fresh subjects in the front row between the sets.

Because he gets a little closer to the Dan Muggleton of old when dealing with the crowd. I imagine he can demonise any profession, and more power to his elbow. Salutations too for his unique look at immigration, and the problem with Americans, particularly their fetishistic relationship with their political classes. A potted history lesson in just how little Australians care for theirs, offers up a couple of super punchlines in particular.

His ‘footnote’ schtick also holds huge promise – kneeling down to explain that his previous routine is indeed a joke, and not to be taken as his actual opinions. If his set spent a little more time near the edge, those moments of explanation would only be funnier.

However, hope springs eternal, and before he signs off, he tosses in some classic observations on the sexual dimorphism of ‘knowing where one is’. This is grade A material, and worthy of a footnote, though in this case, he may actually mean it.

So whilst I don’t think this is Daniel Muggleton at his ‘is it OK to laugh so hard at this?’ best, he remains a first rate comedian. Maybe his incoming ‘Terrible Twos’ era will knock the good will out of him. A critic can hope… Click Here For Review