Class Clowns

The search is on for Australia’s funniest teens! Melbourne International Comedy Festival's national comedy competition for young people is back!

Class Clowns aims to inspire, engage and elevate teens aged 14-18 who are hoping to flex their funny bone and get into comedy. Held in Term 1 of the school year, the competition is free, and a lot of fun. All you need is 3-5 minutes of original comedy material of any genre. Stand-up, sketch, narrative, solo, group, musical, physical – all are welcomed. Heats are held around the country and comprise a 2-hour workshop where students rehearse and refine their act with the help of a professional comedian, followed by an opportunity to perform for a live audience!

The funniest entrants go on to compete in state finals, with the winners invited to participate in the National Grand Final during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! The winner will earn themselves a sweet $1,500 cash prize and a workshop package for their school.

If you’re a funny teen, or the teacher, parent or guardian of one, visit classclowns.com.au to register and to learn more.

TICKETING: You are purchasing a ticket to the Brunswick Heads heat where you will watch all student participants and their live comedy! Please note this ticket price is NOT for the 2-hour comedy workshop.

ABOUT CLASS CLOWNS:

Class Clowns has a celebrated history. For over 25 years, the program has helped hundreds of young people develop their comedy potential.

Past Class Clowns participants including Joel Creasey, Annie Louey, Rhys Nicholson, Aaron Chen and William McKenna have all gone on to have a career in showbiz. In addition to workshop and performance opportunities, all registered Class Clowns participants are provided with access to expert advice through an exclusive series of videos from some of Australia’s funniest folk filled with tips and tricks to help get budding performers started on their comedy journey.

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is always on the look-out for the next generation of funny people, and there’s never been a better time to encourage the confidence, creativity and comedic talent of young Australians!

VENUE INFORMATION: Please note the Brunswick Picture House is located in Brunswick Heads NSW, in the Northern Rivers region (not in Brunswick VIC). Please select your tickets carefully as no refund or credit will be granted for errors in identifying the venue location.

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