Dave Callan.

Dave Callan.

Reviewer rating:

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

A Little Less Conversation
Lithuanian Club, North Melbourne
Until September 27

When Dave Callan added a few dance sequences to his 2013 Comedy Festival show about the psychology of laughter, there was a huge response.

Audiences loved seeing the shaggy-bearded comedian throwing himself around the stage in the company of two petite professional female dancers; giving rise to this dance-centred Fringe production.

He outlines the history of dance, pointing out quirks and oddities. It's mostly funny stuff, but is hampered by a small screen and the lack of a remote control.

The movement, however, is hilarious, as Callan and his dancers shake and shimmy their way through music from caveman times to the present day.

Callan's dance moves also shine an unexpected spotlight on gender stereotypes.

As he mirrors his companions' moves, then goes solo on a dance pole, it's fascinating how out of place his body seems in the hyper-sexualised dance that's de rigueur for female pop stars.

Fascinating - and very funny.