Festival News

Check back here regularly for all the latest Festival promotions and special events.

• Don't miss this all-star cast, special international edition, of Roadshow in Brisbane!

  The laughs definitely don't end once the Festival is over! The Roadshow has kicked off it's 2018 tour, home-delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far. Brisbane audiences are in for an extra... Continue Reading

  
• 2018 Award winners announced

  We're delighted to announce the winners of the 2018 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Awards! The 21st Annual Comedy Festival Awards were held Saturday 21 April at Belleville Melbourne. 2018 Barry Award Winner: Sam... Continue Reading

  
• 2018 Competition Winners

  It's been a massive year of fresh comedy talent from all corners of Australia! Since October last year, we have been making our way around the country, unearthing Australia's freshest and funniest. From school yards, to some... Continue Reading

  
• 2018 Barry, Golden Gibbo & Best Newcomer nominees announced

  2018 barry award nominees We're delighted to announce the 2018 Barry Award Nominees: Natalie Palamides - Laid, Tim Key - Megadate, Helen Bidou - Enter the Spinnaker Lounge, Celia Pacquola - All Talk, Lano &... Continue Reading

  
• Wrap your laughing gear around a Remedy

  We all know that laughter is the best remedy, but do you know what's even better? Laughter AND a free tasty, healthy drink! Which is why it's awesome to have our mates from Remedy Kombucha on board for the Festival this... Continue Reading

  
• Meet the cast of The Comedy Zone

  Meet the cast of The Comedy Zone: five new stars, handpicked by the Festival. Catch The Comedy Zone at Trades Hall until Sunday 22 April. Tix here. Blake Freeman (VIC) Bonnie Tangey (NSW) Jack Gramenz... Continue Reading

  
• Extra shows announced!

  A brilliant bunch of comedy stars have added extra shows! Aborigi-LOL 100% Aussie Laughs Sunday 21 April, 4pm The Coopers Malthouse Adam Rozenbachs Hold My... Continue Reading

  
• Comedy Up Late - Monday 9 April line up announced

  Join this super-sized line-up of special guests at Comedy Up Late hosted by Susie Youssef. This is killer comedy club vibes at a definitely do-able hour! MONDAY 9 APRIL 6.30PM SHOW Peter Jones Darren Harriott... Continue Reading

  
• At the Water Cooler

  Sick of awkward office small-talk? Find something better to talk about at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 28 March - 22 April 2018! Concept and production by Gen C Group. Starring the comedic talents of Dilruk... Continue Reading

  
• Easter Monday shows!

  Easter monday, 2 april      We've got your Easter Monday sorted here at the Comedy Festival! There's heaps of excellent shows on tonight - many at opening weekend preview prices - check out the full... Continue Reading