Melbourne International Comedy Festival presents

THE BIG LAUGH OUT
THE LAUGHS ARE ON US @ FEDERATION SQUARE

The best things in life are free, so head to Fed Square for the some of the Festival's funniest entertainment at the Big Laugh Out. For 10 days over 4 massive Festival weekends we'll bring you a jam-packed program of comedy guaranteed to have you and the whole family in hysterics.

The Natural Theatre Company
A Big Laugh Out highlight is sure to be world-renowned comic-visual performers the Natural Theatre Company. You never know where these inventive guys will turn up, but the eccentric behaviour of their crazy characters is hard to miss.

The Naturals are world-famous for their original outdoor theatre. They've been seen in over 66 countries and now you can be part of the fun for FREE!

The Big Laugh Out weekend starts on a Friday
Start your weekend with a good hearty belly laugh. Join us after work for a fun-filled Friday evening.

Grab some mates and make a night of it as we bring you a fabulous showcase of Festival comedians and musicians. Friday night comedy - it's our shout!

Festival favourites The 4 Noels are back at Fed Square, this time hosting interactive Kara-joke-e. Be your own comedy superstar live on stage, with some guidance from the experts. Everyone is encouraged to be part of the action.

After the live action, settle in for free film screenings as part of THE COMEDY CHANNEL Short Film Festival. See the work of some of the best funny filmmakers and have your say in the People's Choice Award.

FREE WEEKEND LAUGHS
The free fun continues throughout the weekend when we take some of your comedy heroes out of the theatre and into the great outdoors. Last year we brought you more than 30 acts over six days. This year's Big Laugh Out is even bigger - running over 10 days chockas with chuckles. With frequent appearances from The Naturals and a swag of local and international comedy and cabaret to enjoy, you won't want to miss all the action at Fed Square.

Full program details for the Big Laugh Out will be available here very soon.