Perth lived up to its 'redneck' reputation as we played host to one of the world's most popular comedians.

African-American comedy singing sensation Wayne Brady was in town last night for his Brother Down Under Tour at Burswood Theatre, with his signature improvisational interactive show.

Wayne Brady at the Rhythm and Soul Music Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 29.

The Who's Line Is It Anyway star highlighted a segment where audience members were invited to submit a question before the show for him to answer on stage.

Drawing little white squares of paper one at a time, the crowd roared with laughter as Brady read out aloud, "what is it like being a black man?"