UK-based Filipino nurse and comedian John Steven Soriano, known as Nurse Even, is turning the realities of hospital life into comedy. On his first Australian tour, he brings humour to the long shifts, workplace pressures and everyday experiences of nurses, while finally visiting a country where he once dreamed of building his nursing career.
Key Points
- Australia holds special significance in Nurse Even’s journey, with his first Australian tour taking him to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth from 20 to 23 August 2026.
- Filipino nurses who attended a meet-and-greet ahead of the show shared their own experiences in Australia, raising concerns about fair pay, staffing levels, nurse-to-patient ratios and the pressures of working in healthcare.
- Despite the challenges, they remain passionate about nursing and say comedy and social activities can provide a welcome break from hospital stress and support their wellbeing.
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