Nazeem Hussain Expands 'You Paid for This' Encore Tour with New Dates

Australian comedian Nazeem Hussain has announced three additional shows for his highly successful 'You Paid for This' Encore tour. Following a series of sold-out performances at the Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and New Zealand Comedy Festivals, Hussain will add Gold Coast, Bendigo, and Geelong to his tour schedule. The new shows are set for September 6, October 9, and October 24, 2025, respectively.

This announcement comes after Hussain's remarkable rise as a notable figure in the Australian comedy scene, evidenced by his Netflix special 'Nazeem Hussain: Public Frenemy,' which garnered significant acclaim since its release in 2019. The special was filmed at the renowned Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal and has since captured a global audience, solidifying Hussain's status as a rising star in comedy.

Live Nation, the tour's promoter, has confirmed that tickets for the newly announced shows will be available for presale to My Live Nation members starting June 11, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time, before the general public sale begins on June 12, 2025, at 11 a.m. local time. Tickets for the previously announced shows in Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle, Brunswick Heads, and Brisbane are already on sale.

Hussain's comedy career has been marked by numerous accolades, including the Best Newcomer Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and multiple nominations for the Helpmann Award for Best Comedy Performer. His television shows, such as 'Legally Brown' and 'Orange Is The New Brown,' have resonated widely, with the latter viewed by over 10 million people.

In addition to his stand-up performances, Hussain's appearances on various television programs have further increased his visibility, notably his participation in Channel 10’s 'I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here' and as an official correspondent for Netflix's 'Bill Nye Saves the World.' His international performances, including sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and opening for Dave Chappelle in New York City, reflect his broad appeal and versatility as a comedian.

The upcoming shows are anticipated to attract large audiences, as Hussain continues to engage fans with his unique comedic voice and social commentary. For complete tour and ticket information, visit Live Nation's official website at livenation.com.au.