Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow - Theatre Season 2026

Date:

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

Time:

7:30 PM – 9:50 PM

Cost:

From $37.00 - $45.00

Venue:

Townsville Civic Theatre
41 Boundary Street
South Townsville QLD 4810

Phone:

Overview

Presented by Townsville Civic Theatre and Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Australia’s biggest comedy festival is hitting the road and bringing the laughs to you!

Join the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow as it journeys around Australia, delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far. With a curated line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces from Australia and beyond, the Roadshow has all your comedy bases covered (no joke) – all in one side-splitting show!

For almost three decades the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been touring far and wide, bringing giggles, guffaws and good times to Australia – and now it’s your turn Townsville.

Experience the fun of Australia’s largest comedy festival in your own backyard. Grab your mates and get on board the Roadshow.

Additional Details

Age Suitability:

Parental guidance under 15 years

Accessibility:

  • Companion cards
  • Disability parking
  • Disability restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible venue
  • Wheelchair seating available

Notes:

Michels Café and Bar

Located in the theatre forecourt, Michels Café and Bar offers a variety of dining and refreshment options to enhance your theatre experience:

  • Hot Meals and Snacks: Enjoy a hot meal, light snacks, and beverages before the performance. No pre-booking required! Availability is limited, and food service ends 20 minutes before the show starts.

Balcony Cocktail Lounge

Elevate your evening with an exclusive pre-show experience at the Balcony Bar. For just $25.00 per person, indulge in:

  • Stunning balcony views
  • 45 minutes of gourmet canapés
  • Premium beverages available for purchase
  • A sophisticated and memorable start to your night

Join us at Michels Café and Bar, where every sip, bite, and interaction is crafted to complement the magic of your Townsville Civic Theatre experience.

For more information and bookings, visit the Michels Catering & Events website.

  • Act One: TBA
  • Interval: 20 Minutes
  • Act Two: TBA
  • Smoke Machine/Hazer may be used during this performance.
  • Contains coarse language, adult themes, sexual references and material that may offend.
  • Rated: M15+
  • 2026 TicketShop Membership discounts available
  • $4.30 transaction fee + 0.5% credit card surcharge applies. No transaction fee applies if purchased in person over the counter.
  • 📞 Call on 07 4727 9797 | 🗓 Mon - Fri | 🕰 9am – 5pm
  • Box office counter at Townsville Civic Theatre opens from 9am to 5pm on Monday to Friday, as well as two hours before a performance and closing 30 minutes after a performance starts.

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