Class Clowns 2026

Students who are interested in comedy are encouraged to join the Class Clowns program supported by the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Please read the details below and reach out to Ms Tessa Kirk for more information.

There will be a meeting for all students interested:

Class Clowns Meeting

When: Monday 16th February - LUNCHTIME

Where: Theatre

INFORMATION

What is the class clown's competition?

A national comedy competition to uncover Australia's funniest teens.

When is it?

Heats are held across the country in Term 1. Registration is FREE!

What's included in heats?

Heats involve a 2-hour workshop/rehearsal with a professional comedian to help teens polish, refine and rehearse their act. Entrants then have the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience in a comedy show hosted by a professional comedian.

Judges select the winners, with state finalists from across Australia travelling to perform at the Class Clowns National Grand Final at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (travel costs covered by the Festival).

What are the rules?

• Students must be in Years 9-12 or aged 14-18 years.
• Students develop a 3–5-minute comedy routine. Material must be original, the student's own.
• Up to 3 people in an act.
• Schools can enter more than one act.
• Routines must be original (and funny)!
• Acts can be stand-up, sketch, physical, musical or anything in between.

What is the prize?

The National Class Clowns winner will receive a $1,500 cash prize plus a workshop package for their school.