About Don Alberto

The Man Behind the Laughter

Don Alberto (aka Il Capo, The Italian Guy, Mr Italy) is an Australian Italian entertainer whose sharp wit and lively storytelling have won him audiences across comedy clubs, festivals and community stages. Often compared to Rodney Dangerfield, more for his physical likeness than for his act Don Alberto blends classic comedic timing with a modern multicultural flair.

Over the years, he has performed alongside household names such as Natalie Imbruglia, Belinda Cotterill, Kiyanosh Sahebi, Fadey Yosif, David Truong and Stella Wu, bringing his trademark humour to audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

Notable Appearances

Don Alberto has taken to the stage at some of Australia’s best-known comedy venues.

He lit up the Comedy Store with his set at Raw Comedy 2025, kept the crowds roaring at the Liverpool Catholic Club in 2024, and brought his humour to the An Italian Evening Gala the same year. In 2023 he was featured in the Emerging Comic Showcase at the Bank Hotel in Newtown, and he has MC’d and hosted Q&A sessions with director Aaron Wilson alongside a multi-Oscar winner for Little Tornadoes at Dendy Newtown. His open mic performances span colourful local stages from the Different Drummer in Glebe to Flavours of Nepal and beyond.

Events & Community Work

More than just a performer, Don Alberto is a passionate promoter of cultural and charitable events.

Each year he organises the An Italian Evening Gala in support of the Cerebral Palsy Alliance at Ecco Waterfront Ristorante.

He is also behind the Italian Language and Culture Group, which runs registered events with the City of Ryde, Fairfield City, and even finds its way onto the airwaves of Radio 2UE.

Film & Voice Work

On screen, Don Alberto has appeared in Looking for Habberfield, the Transport NSW Safety Films, and the ever-popular Bondi Rescue.

His voice has also become familiar to many Australians through his work with Microsoft Xbox, featuring in various local editions of Xbox games.

Published Works & Journalism

Outside of performance, Don Alberto is a published writer, Alberto Macchione. His works include Ritorno di Marco Polo / The Return of Marco Polo, a short story compendium, as well as contributions to the Anthology of New Poets.

As a journalist, his bylines have appeared in Allora! Italian Australian Newspaper, La Fiamma / Il Globo, The Weekly Times and Ciao Pittsburgh.

Training & Education

Committed to sharpening his craft, Don Alberto has studied at NIDA, completing both a short course and a presentation skills program. He has taken part in a comedy workshop with Marty Bright, a seven-week stand-up comedy class with David Crisante and refined his presence through Toastmasters at Macquarie University.

His broadcasting experience includes work as a programmer and presenter at PCR FM. He also holds certifications from The Writing School and the Australian College of Journalism.

Your Night, Your Crowd, Don Alberto Will Bring the Laughs!

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