Comedy
The Evening Muse review: Hannah Gadsby plays a talk show host at MICF
Despite flashes of sharp insight, Hannah Gadsby's latest offering falls short of what it could be.
Can Australian comedy festivals be a safe haven for American comics?
Two polar-opposite New York showgirls bring personal, politically charged shows to Australia for the Melbourne and Sydney comedy festivals.
First Nations funnies: Steph Tisdell and Elaine Crombie talk turning pain into punchlines at this year's MICF
Comedians Steph Tisdell & Elaine Crombie talk to ArtsHub as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF) begins.
Business of Comedy Conference
The Business of Comedy Conference 2026
Bringing together decision makers, key opinion leaders on the topic of enhancing the comedy sector’s economic value
Spare a thought for improv comedians at this year's Melbourne International Comedy Festival
What does it take to make up a show on the spot? Four improv comics share their secrets.
Yarra Ranges Council
Aboriginal Comedy Allstars
The Allstars bring huge belly laughs from the heart of the wide brown land.
12 shows to see at Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Almost 800 shows are presented at MICF this year. To make selecting what to see easier, here are 12 festival…
Interactive Theatre International
Signor Baffo
Don’t miss this laugh-out loud treat for children 3+ and their families. Book Your Spot in "Signor Baffo’s" Kitchen!
DIY magic and fan funding: The Witchy Girls conjures a new model for making Aussie TV
After funding rejections, RuPaul's Drag Race champ Lazy Susan and her sister Zelda Moon are turning to live audiences to…
Nick Starkey and Charlotte Kuruc
The Marketplace of Bad Ideas
Two 2025 RAW Comedy National Finalists come together in this split bill show to share their bad ideas.