Comedy
Melbourne offers plenty of laughs, at stand up comedy shows and comedy clubs around town and in the annual comedy festival held from March to April.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Load up on laughs and celebrate the fun, the fearless, the rebellious and the ridiculous.
Nazeem Hussain: Totally Normal
See one of the biggest stars of Australian comedy and a much-loved TV and radio personality.
Adam Kay: This is Going to Hurt Live
Adam Kay, former doctor turned BAFTA-winning comedian and author is coming to Melbourne.
Danielle Walker: The Lady Upstairs
Award-winning comedian, Danielle Walker, brings you the lady in her head who runs the show.
Melanie Bracewell: Attack of the Melanie Bracewell
Melanie brings you her signature relatable, goofy and punchline-heavy stand-up comedy.
In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience
Two comedians and a wine expert guide you through five wines and at least five jokes.
Dave Hughes: Fully Furnished
Dave Hughes perform his new show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Emma Holland: Here Comes Mr. Forehead
Come and take a little looksie into Emma Holland's sick and twisted comedic mind.
Mel Buttle: Not Here To Put Socks On Centipedes
Mel Buttle is thinking about just letting loose this year, how's that sound?
Ray O'Leary: Your Laughter is Just Making Me Stronger
The Kiwi comic returns to Australia in all his suited splendour.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated for over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
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Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
This is Wild!: Bob the Drag Queen
Ditch the couch potato routine and get ready for an evening of belly laughs.
Where to see comedy in Melbourne
The Comics Lounge Comedy Club
Enjoy a night of laughs, cocktails, food and friends with stand-up comedy acts.
The Butterfly Club
An intimate theatre hosting quirky performances and serving cocktails in bars with kitsch decor.
Spleen Bar
Live jazz nights and jam sessions open to all, along with a range of beers, shots and cocktails.