Shafar gives 110 per cent, while Ballard roasts the Liberals Weâre sorry, this service is currently unavailable. Please try again later. Dismiss By Age reviewers Save Normal text size Mantra on Russell, until April 18 Michael Shafar. You think that your 2020 was rough? Try going through a global pandemic coupled with four months of chemotherapy for testicular cancer. For the second time. That said, due to all of his shows getting cancelled, Michael Shafar was eligible for JobKeeper and finally made some money from comedy. So, you know, swings and roundabouts. It may only be his fourth MICF show since leaving his career in law, but Shafarâs effortless stage presence and radiant command over his audience rings reminiscent of a 10-year veteran.