Audiences can catch him in real life on stage with his latest stand-up masterpiece, Odd Man Out, this November.
Tickets range from R180 to R220, depending on the venue.
Known for his razor-sharp wit and storytelling style, Taylor’s newest show takes an honest and hilarious look at what it means to be a little out of place and why being the oddball is often where the comedy lives.
‘Odd Man Out sums up my life perfectly,’ Taylor says. ‘I’ve always been that guy who doesn’t quite fit in, like a vegan at a braai. Shows like Learner Husband and Techni-Coloured tried to make sense of it, but none of us really have it figured out. That is where the magic and the comedy lives.’
In Odd Man Out, Taylor proves that life as a suburban comedian in his 40s is one big punchline he did not sign up for.
From awkward teenage years as a magic-obsessed misfit, when the audience sometimes disappeared, to navigating middle age in a gym full of fitness fanatics, Taylor shares every hilariously awkward stage of life.
Add to that the chaos of parenting two teenage boys at rah-rah schools and attempting to pass as a functional ‘learner husband,’ and audiences are guaranteed nonstop, relatable laughs.
Fresh from winning an Ovation Award at the 2024 National Arts Festival in Makhanda, Odd Man Out continues to earn praise.
In its review of the show, Cue (June 2025) described it as ‘a delightfully uncomfortable mirror held up to the suburban middle-aged experience… both cringe-worthy and comedy gold.’
The review also celebrated Taylor’s ‘masterful ability to transform personal awkwardness into collective laughter’ and called Odd Man Out ‘comfort food comedy at its finest, served with a side of genuine insight.’
Taylor’s comedy hits the mark every time, whether he is navigating gym culture, family holidays gone wrong, or the joys of a failing metabolism.
‘This is comedy straight from real life,’ he adds. ‘People think their awkward moments are unique, but we are all the same kind of weird. I am just the guy saying it out loud.’
New Venture: The Learner Husband Podcast
To complement the show, Taylor has launched The Learner Husband Podcast, exploring everything between ‘I do’ and ‘What did I do?’ with comedians, creators, and big personalities who keep it honest, funny, and relatable.
The podcast offers fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of a ‘learner husband’ and ties perfectly into the themes of Odd Man Out, making it a must-follow for anyone who enjoys Taylor’s humour and candid observations.
Cape Town show details
- Title: Odd Man Out by Stuart Taylor
- Dates: 13 to 15 November 2025
- Location: Concert Hall, Baxter Theatre Centre
- Tickets: R180 to R200
- Bookings: http://baxter.uct.ac.za/whats-events
- Age Restriction: PG13
Johannesburg show details
- Title: Odd Man Out by Stuart Taylor
- Dates: 17 to 23 November 2025
- Location: Theatre on the Square, Sandton
- Tickets: R180 – R220
- Bookings: http://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1557114951
- Age Restriction: PG13
About Stuart Taylor
With over two decades in entertainment, Stuart Taylor is one of South Africa’s most respected comedians. A Stellenbosch University science graduate turned full-time entertainer. He first rose to national prominence as the host of SABC3’s Going Nowhere Slowly.
Taylor has headlined major comedy festivals locally and abroad, including:
- Edinburgh Fringe
- Montreux
- Berlin International
He has written and performed in 16 solo shows, including:
- Learner Husband
- Money’s Too Tight to Mention
- Techni-Coloured
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His bestselling book Learner Husband (2013) brought his comedic insights on marriage to the page.
He is the founder of Taylor Made Productions, a content and live event company known for sharp, authentic entertainment.
His Learner Husband Podcast has already become a hit with listeners, bringing the humour and relatability of his live shows to fans who want more insight into modern marriage, parenting and everyday awkward moments.
Taylor also serves as Festival Director of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, which celebrates and promotes South African comedy talent, further cementing his role as a key figure in the local entertainment industry.
- Follow Stuart Taylor:
- Website: http://www.stuarttaylor.co.za
- Socials: Facebook | Instagram
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