After Alfred, tariffs and election overload, Brisbane needs a good laugh, and that’s exactly what Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025 is offering when it begins on April 23.
The festival’s full program has been unveiled and features more than 135 acts appearing over five weeks at Brisbane Powerhouse, The Tivoli, Fortitude Music Hall and The Princess Theatre.
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“We have a few viral sensations making the leap from your phone screen to the stage, international icons, people you see on the telly and hear on the radio, as well as a pack of up-and-comers,” festival director Phoebe Meredith said.
Big names on the bill include Rhys Darby, Danny Bhoy, Nazeem Hussain, Adam Kay. Becky Lucas, Geraldine Hickey, Luke McGregor, Zoe Coombs Marr, Sammy J, Matt Okine, Dave Hughes and Ross Noble.
Book lover Garry Starr performs every Penguin Classic novel ever written in an hour.
Winner of Best Show at the Adelaide Fringe last year, Elf Lyons, presents an equestrian-themed show, while First Nations comedian Janty Blair will perform her first-ever solo show at the age of 60.
The festival’s official opening gala at the Fortitude Music Hall has already sold out.
Tickets to all shows are on sale now.
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