Sydney Comedy Festival Announces Latest Lineup For 2024

The Sydney Comedy Festival has just announced an exciting addition to its already stellar lineup for the 2024 festival, set to take over Sydney from April 22nd to May 19th.

The festival, known for bringing together a broad mix of comedy talent, promises to be a highlight of the year for comedy enthusiasts looking for a night out full of laughs.

Joining the previously announced acts like Luke Heggie, Swamplesque, and Tom Gleeson are Taskmaster comics, Tom Cashman and Nina Oyama. Fans of the popular improvised comedy series Thank God You’re Here will be thrilled to see favourites Rhys Nicholson, Joel Creasey, and Frankie McNair added to the roster.

In a special treat for improv fans, the festival will also see the return of The Bear Pack, while Reuben Kaye, known for his brash and beautifully outrageous performances, will also grace the festival.

The festival is not just about local talent. It will also feature a strong contingent of international comedians, including Guy Montgomery, who won the Best of the Fest Award in 2023. Joining him are Melanie Bracewell, Schalk Bezuidenhout, Chris Parker, Guy Williams, Ray O’Leary, and the uniquely entertaining Sh!tfaced Shakespeare.

Jorge Menidis, the Director of the Sydney Comedy Festival, expressed his excitement for the 2024 edition, saying: “I am so excited for what’s to come in 2024. With more than 250 of the best local and international comedy acts taking in the Sydney Comedy Festival, there really is going to be something for everyone,”

The festival's lineup is extensive and varied, ensuring that every comedy taste is catered to. The Bear Pack will perform at the Enmore Theatre on April 26th, while the Best of the Fest shows will run from April 25th to May 19th at the Factory Floor. The festival also includes special gala events at various prestigious venues, including the Sydney Opera House, ensuring a grand celebration of comedy.

Tickets for the Sydney Comedy Festival are on sale now, available through the festival's website. With more acts to be announced, the festival is shaping up to be a must-attend event for anyone looking to add laughter to their 2024 calendar.

Check out the full roster of comedy performances below.

Sydney Comedy Festival 2024: Complete Acts Lineup

Acts and Venues

• The Bear Pack

  • Enmore Theatre, Friday 26th April

• Best of the Fest

  • Factory Floor, Thursday 25th April – Sunday 19th May

• Bron Lewis

  • Enmore Wildflower Wine Bar, Thursday 2nd May – Sunday 5th May

• Cameron James

  • Fusebox, Wednesday 8th May – Saturday 11th May

• Chris Parker

  • Comedy Store, Thursday 16th May – Friday 17th May

• Frankie McNair

  • Factory Floor, Thursday 9th May – Sunday 12th May

• Frocking Hilarious

  • Factory Theatre, Wednesday 8th May

• Guy Montgomery

  • Enmore Theatre, Friday 3rd May

• Guy Williams

  • Comedy Store, Friday 26th April

• Heath Franklin’s Chopper

  • Factory Theatre, Thursday 9th May – Friday 10th May

• Ivan Aristeguieta

  • Factory Theatre, Thursday 2nd May – Friday 3rd May

  • The Lounge @ Concourse, Saturday 4th May

• Joel Creasey

  • Enmore Theatre, Thursday 2nd May, Friday 3rd May

• Larry Dean

  • Factory Theatre, Friday 3rd May

  • Comedy Store, Saturday 4th May – Sunday 5th May

• Luke Heggie

  • Enmore Theatre, Friday 17th May

  • Comedy Store, Saturday 18th May

• Melanie Bracewell

  • Enmore Theatre, Saturday 18th May

• Nazeem Hussain

  • Enmore Theatre, Saturday 18th May

Sydney Comedy Festival Galas

Additional Acts

• Nina Oyama

  • Factory Theatre, Saturday 11th May – Sunday 12th May

• Ray O’Leary

  • Fusebox, Wednesday 24th April – Sunday 28th April

• Reuben Kaye

  • Enmore Theatre, Saturday 27th April

• Rhys Nicholson

  • Enmore Theatre, Saturday 27th April

• Schalk Bezuidenhout

  • Comedy Store, Saturday 11th May

  • The Lounge @ Concourse, Sunday 12th May

• Sh!tfaced Shakespeare

  • Concourse Theatre, Friday 26th April – Sunday 28th April

  • Manning Bar, Wednesday 8th May – Sunday 19th May

• Simon Taylor

  • Enmore Wildflower Wine Bar, Saturday 18th May – Sunday 19th May

• Swamplesque

  • Concourse Concert Hall, Thursday 9th May – Sunday 12th May

  • Enmore Theatre, Friday 10th May – Sunday 12th May

• Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

  • Bondi Pavilion, Monday 29th April, 6th May, 13th May

  • Hayden Orpheum, Tuesday 14th May

  • Manning Bar, Tuesday 7th May

  • Ritz Cinemas, Tuesday 30th April

• Tom Cashman

  • Comedy Store, Friday 24th May – Saturday 25th May

• Tom Gleeson

  • Concourse Concert Hall, Thursday 2nd May – Sunday 5th May

  • Enmore Theatre, Friday 3rd May – Sunday 5th May

Sydney Comedy Festival Gala Events

• Sydney Comedy Festival Gala

  • Concourse Concert Hall, Tuesday 23rd April

  • Enmore Theatre, Tuesday 23rd April

  • Pavilion PAC Sutherland, Wednesday 24th April

  • Riverside Theatre, Wednesday 24th April

  • Sydney Opera House, Thursday 25th April