In Aging Like Fine Wine, Lihle Msimang delivers a sharp, hilarious, and deeply relatable routine about the joys and absurdities of growing older. The set opens with her riffing on how aging creeps up in the most unexpected ways—from the sudden need to stretch before bed to discovering new noises her body makes when she stands up. Her delivery is animated and self-assured, setting the tone for a performance that’s as insightful as it is funny.

She jokes about the contrast between her carefree younger self and her current “responsible adult” persona—though, as she confesses, the inner child still shows up every time she’s near a sale or a bottle of wine. Lihle’s humor shines in her ability to mix physical comedy with storytelling; her facial expressions and timing draw the audience in as she turns everyday observations into perfectly polished punchlines.

Midway through the set, she shifts gears, reflecting on how perspective changes with age—especially in relationships, friendships, and self-acceptance. Her honesty adds depth to the laughter as she touches on themes of confidence, body image, and learning to stop apologizing for taking up space. “I may not bounce back like I used to,” she quips, “but at least now I know why I fell in the first place.”

The routine closes on a high note as Lihle compares aging to a good wine—sometimes bold, sometimes unpredictable, but always better when shared. Her blend of humor, self-awareness, and warmth leaves the audience roaring with laughter and nodding in recognition. It’s a celebration of growth, imperfection, and the comedy that comes with living fully.

In Changes in the Hood, Lihle Msimang delivers a witty and razor-sharp commentary on how neighborhoods evolve—and how the people who grew up in them react when coffee shops, yoga studios, and quinoa suddenly appear where corner stores used to be. Opening with her trademark mix of charm and observation, Lihle sets the stage by reminiscing about her childhood “hood,” painting vivid pictures of familiar faces, loud aunties, and chaotic family gatherings before diving into the hilarious culture shock of seeing her old streets “go fancy.”

She jokes about spotting old friends turned entrepreneurs, street hustlers now selling smoothies, and how everyone seems to have discovered “organic” after moving three blocks away. Her humor lands through detail and rhythm—each joke feels like a conversation with a friend who tells the truth a little too bluntly.

Midway through, Lihle explores the emotional side of change, using humor to highlight themes of progress, belonging, and identity. “You know it’s bad,” she quips, “when the same security guard who used to chase us off the stoep is now selling artisanal soap.” The audience roars as she draws sharp contrasts between the old and the new, the authentic and the Instagram-filtered version of community life.

By the end, she ties her reflections together with a mix of warmth and wit, celebrating the beauty of transformation while poking fun at our need to cling to the past. Her closing line—about how the hood didn’t just change, she did too—wraps up the set with heart and perspective, proving that growth, like comedy, is all about timing and self-awareness.

In Changing the Lazy Feminist, Lihle Msimang delivers a fresh, fearless, and brutally funny take on what it means to be a “modern woman” in today’s world. The set kicks off with her admitting, tongue firmly in cheek, that she’s a “lazy feminist”—someone who believes in equality but also wants someone else to take the trash out. This confession instantly hooks the crowd, setting the tone for a sharp yet relatable exploration of contradictions, comfort zones, and personal evolution.

As she dives deeper, Lihle pokes fun at double standards and the unrealistic expectations women place on themselves—and each other. Her humor is smart and self-aware, balancing sharp social commentary with playful self-deprecation. She riffs on how feminism can look different for everyone: some march, some debate online, and some just want to nap after work. “I support women,” she quips, “especially the ones who remind me to rest.”

Throughout the set, Lihle’s delivery is animated and conversational, switching effortlessly between punchlines and moments of genuine insight. She talks about the small, often overlooked ways we can challenge stereotypes—like taking up space unapologetically or saying no without a paragraph of justification. Her charm lies in her ability to laugh at herself while still making the audience think.

The set crescendos with Lihle reflecting on growth and self-acceptance. She admits she’s still learning what empowerment means—and that it’s okay to evolve. “Maybe being a lazy feminist,” she says with a grin, “just means I’m saving my energy for the revolution.” The crowd erupts in laughter, perfectly capturing her brand of honest, human, and hilarious feminism.