The Best of Hard Knock Knocks

Since 2018, the Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School has been producing The Best of Hard Knock Knocks at Melbourne International Comedy Festival. This showcase highlights the funniest alumni from the comedy school’s 100 plus stand-up comedy courses. The standout performers from the Hard Knock Knocks’ Australia-wide comedy courses are paid to perform, demonstrating the school’s commitment to creating professional opportunities for new and emerging comedians.

Adding to the excitement, some of the Hard Knock Knocks guest celebrity comedians will be dropping in to surprise audiences with their sets. Regular guest coaches at the Hard Knock Knocks have included comedy legends like Jeff Green, Lehmo and Bev Killick, so audiences can expect an evening filled with laughter and star power.

The Hard Knock Knocks’ reputation for producing top-tier comedic talent is further solidified by its success in RAW Comedy, Australia’s biggest open mic competition. To date, the Hard Knock Knocks have had six graduates beat thousands to make it into the National RAW Comedy National Final. It’s highly likely that at least one graduate will be represented in this year's final, continuing the school’s strong track record in nurturing festival-ready talent.