About this Event
An American’s Guide to Becoming Austrian (In Only 99 Easy Steps)
Two years ago, NYC comedian Terence Hartnett moved to Vienna for love.
Now, after navigating bureaucracy, Kaffeehaus culture, German grammar traps, recycling rules, and the mysterious emotional rhythm of Austrian friendliness, he’s ready to present his definitive — and completely foolproof — 99-step integration plan.
This is English-language Kabarett meets sharp stand-up comedy — rapid-fire, intelligent, self-aware, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever felt like an outsider in a new country.
What the Show Explores
- ☕ How to Order at a Viennese Kaffeehaus
(The service is half as attentive as in America… but so is the expected tip.) - 🚋 How to Master Public Transport
(If it looks free, it probably isn’t.) - 📚 A1 German Confusion
(“Wer ist die toilette?” does NOT mean what you think it means.) - ❄️ Austrian (Un)Friendliness
Austrians aren’t unfriendly — they just take three years to decide if they like you. - ♻️ Recycling
Enough said.
Through rapid punchlines, sharp cultural comparisons, and heartfelt storytelling, Hartnett examines the small daily moments where cultures collide — and where humor saves us.
Cultural Relativity, Explained Through Laughter
Kurt Vonnegut once wrote:
“Cultural relativity is defensible, attractive. It's a source of hope.”
As an outsider, Hartnett looks at Austrian culture with curiosity instead of criticism. What seems strange through American eyes becomes funny, thoughtful, and sometimes even beautiful.
There is a lot to love.
A little to resent.
And so much to laugh about.
Through gentle teasing and sharp self-deprecation, everyone becomes the punchline — including the comedian himself.
Who This Show Is For
✔ Expats navigating Austrian life
✔ Austrians curious how they look from the outside
✔ English-speaking comedy lovers in Vienna
✔ Anyone who has ever lived abroad
✔ Fans of smart, cultural, observational stand-up
If you’ve ever struggled with integration, paperwork, language, or just figuring out where to stand on an escalator — this show is for you.
About Terence Hartnett
Terence Hartnett is a New York City comedian known for blending personal storytelling with sharp cultural observations. His work bridges continents with humor that is intelligent, warm, and quietly philosophical — without ever losing the punchlines.
Why You Should Come
Because integration is hard.
Because Austria is confusing.
Because cultural differences are funny.
Because laughter makes everything easier.
99 Easy Steps to Austrian Integration is a love letter to Austria — written in jokes.
Seats are limited.
Arrive early, grab a drink, and get ready to laugh at the beautiful absurdity of living between cultures.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Comedy Pub, 7 Kettenbrückengasse, Wien, Austria
EUR 10.96 to EUR 27.40
