Frank Woodley is a comedic powerhouse, effortlessly embodying roles from comedian to clown, actor to acrobat, captivating audiences of all ages with his imaginative characters and immersive worlds.
Recognised as Australia’s beloved professional show-off, Frank's unique blend of nonsense-genius has spawned several acclaimed stage productions like Possessed, Inside, and Extra Ordinary, along with his own ABC TV series, Woodley.
Since stepping out from the award-winning duo Lano and Woodley in 2006, Frank has toured extensively across Australia and graced every major comedy festival. He has showcased his versatility by portraying roles ranging from the Dog Catcher in the family film Oddball to Sir Robin in Monty Python’s Spamalot at QPAC. He also delighted audiences as the Inspector in Lemony Snicket’s The Composer Is Dead at prestigious venues including the Sydney Opera House and the Melbourne Recital Centre. In 2019, he charmed as Sir Andrew Aguecheek in the Melbourne Theatre Company’s celebrated production of Twelfth Night.
Frank's creative flair extends to children's entertainment with his popular show Noodlenut, staged nationwide, including a memorable run at the Sydney Opera House. He's also authored three humorous books for kids featuring the adventures of girl detective Kizmet.
A familiar face on Australian television, Frank has been a guest on shows such as ABC’s Spicks and Specks and Network Ten’s Good News Week. His comedic prowess shone brightly on Thank God You’re Here, where he became a fan favourite.
The reunion with Colin Lane for the Melbourne Comedy Festival’s 30th Birthday Bash in 2016 reignited the duo’s magic, leading to the triumphant return of Lano & Woodley with their hit show FLY. This production not only won the 2018 Melbourne Comedy Festival People’s Choice Award but also sold out theatres nationwide. FLY was later recorded by Amazon Prime and premiered on Prime Video in 2020, cementing Lano & Woodley’s enduring legacy in Australian comedy.
