Comedienne Laura Larsson: the 'Do You Remember'-Friend (stern+) - Laura Larsson's New Tour OKF Blends Nostalgia with Brutal Honesty
Laura Larsson has announced her latest comedy tour, Ortskontrollfahrt (OKF), a nod to the aimless car rides of her small-town youth. The German comedian, known for her sharp wit and personal storytelling, has quickly become a standout name in comedy since her breakthrough in 2020.
Her rise began with podcasting, but now she's taking live performances to a wider audience—this time with a tour that reflects her signature mix of nostalgia and self-deprecating humour.
Larsson first gained attention with her podcast Herrengedeck (Gentlemen's Round), which won her the German Comedy Award in 2020. The show's candid, conversational style resonated with listeners, setting the stage for her later projects. Another podcast, Zum Scheitern Verurteilt, further cemented her reputation as a voice unafraid to tackle awkward, deeply personal topics.
Her comedy often explores the messy transition into adulthood, weaving in themes of insecurity, emotional clumsiness, and the absurdities of growing up. These elements also defined her debut tour, Christmas with Laura Larsson, which sold out within minutes in 2023. The success proved her ability to connect with audiences beyond the podcast world.
Before comedy, Larsson trained as a librarian in her native East Germany. A move to Berlin later shifted her path toward radio, where she discovered her knack for storytelling. That background, paired with her working-class roots, shaped her perspective—one marked by scepticism toward individualism and a strong belief in equality.
In recent interviews, including a February 2026 appearance on Hotel Matze, she spoke openly about her East German upbringing and its lasting influence. She also discussed her struggles with lipedema, Crohn's disease, and a lack of interest in sex—topics she addresses without hesitation in her work. Behind her relentless output, she admits, is a fear that her time in the spotlight may be short-lived, a concern fuelled by ageism in the entertainment industry.
By early 2026, Larsson had expanded into television and live comedy, proving her versatility. Yet her latest tour, OKF, brings her back to the intimate, confessional style that first won her fans. The title itself references the aimless drives of her youth, a metaphor for the uncertainty and curiosity that still drive her work today.
With Ortskontrollfahrt, Larsson continues to blend humour with unfiltered honesty about her life. The tour follows a string of sold-out shows and award wins, confirming her place in German comedy. Yet she remains aware of the challenges ahead, from industry biases to her own health struggles—factors that only seem to sharpen her focus.
