Exclusive Photos: Comedian Jim Jefferies – Son of a Carpenter
RAC Arena, Perth, Western Australia 30 July 2026
Words by Sheldon Ang
Photography by Sheldon Ang Photography
Jim Jefferies has officially wrapped his Son of a Carpenter Australian tour, completing a massive run of 25 shows across 17 towns and cities throughout July and August 2026. The tour followed an already explosive international stretch, where Jefferies sold out theatres and arenas across North America and Europe, reinforcing his status as one of the world’s most in‑demand comedians.
His Australian run brought that momentum home, with Jefferies performing everywhere from intimate regional theatres to major arenas, delivering his trademark blend of razor-sharp storytelling, fearless humour, and brutally honest reflections on life, family, and the absurdity of the modern world.
One of the standout moments occurred in Perth, where Jefferies played to nearly 10,000 fans at theRAC Arena – the largest venue of the entire Australian tour and one of the biggest hometown crowds of his career.
With the tour now concluded, here is a selection of exclusive images captured during his Perth performance by Sheldon Ang Media, showcasing the energy, chaos and unapologetic comedy that only Jim Jefferies can deliver.
About the writer/photographer: The founder of Perth-based Sheldon Ang Media (est. May 2022) has been accredited to more than 250 of the hottest acts including Taylor Swift (ERAS Tour in Sydney), Coldplay (Perth), AD/DC, Metallica, KISS, RHCP, P!NK and Suzi Quatro (pictured) with reviews shared by the likes of Belinda Carlisle, Roxette, Tina Arena, UB40, Delta Goodrem, and Tina Arena on social media. He has interviewed the late Ace Frehley (KISS), John Steel (The Animals), Frank Ferrer (Guns N Roses), Phil X (Bon Jovi), Andrew Farris (INXS) plus over 100 artists. He’s also a contributor on Triple M Radio as a music journalist
