Australian Comedian Of The Year 2026
Australia's top comedians compete at Comedy Lounge for the 2026 Australian Comedian of the Year title and a $10,000 grand prize.
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Australian Comedian Of The Year 2026

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Comedy Lounge

Upstairs, 413 Murray St

Perth

Welcome to Australia's Most Prestigious Comedy Event of 2026! The stage is set for the Australian Comedian of the Year competition at Comedy Lounge! This isn’t just another comedy night - it’s the ultimate showdown where the finest comedic talents from across the nation battle for glory, laughs, and the title of Australia’s best. With a jaw-dropping $10,000 grand prize for the professional champion, this is one of the biggest comedy competitions Australia has ever seen. Across six heats, two semi-finals, a wildcard heat, and an electrifying grand final, the stakes are high, the talent is fierce, and the laughter is unstoppable.

meet the contestants

discover the competition contestants.

Aimika Knight
Partner
Rorry Evans
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Cameron McLaren
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Gareth McKean
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Simon Dagnall
Partner
Nadun Hetti
Partner
Nikolai Blazeski
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Sean Fornero
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Andy Quach
Partner
Anthony Locascio
Partner
Peter Withnell
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Sahib Rana
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Scott Henman
Partner
Sean Collier
Partner
RJ Mackean
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Gillian Cordiner
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Peter Josip
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Shea Faithfull
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James Clark
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Dean Courtney
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Brett Henderson
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Freddie Arthur
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Chris Martin
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Teddy Brock
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Sander Oigus
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Elliott Turner
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Phil Cook
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Darren Dobbin
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Darcy Kavangh
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Dan Murtagh
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Melissa Kenworthy
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Jack Smith
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George Evans
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Robert Ferguson
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Chris Sheilds
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Helio Borges
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Zhanna Sichivitsa
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David Hatton
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Tiffy Texas
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Jentah Kennedy
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Tim Curtis
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Damien Batchelor
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Zain Seven
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Dimitrios Christodoulakis
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Anna Perry
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Chetan Singh
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John Pinno
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Jez Watts
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Mading Jock
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David Hughes
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Nikos Rueter
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Cameron Branch
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Mitch Glenn
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Thabo Tshuma
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Nola Bliss
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Mark Canny
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Samuel hewitt
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Kitt Adams
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Jetro Gainza
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Gareth Knight
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Felix Mavro
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marc oszhka
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Ian Burke
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Iain Pringle
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Martin Vogt
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Rory Kiely
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Michal domanski
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Hamdi Idmah
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Martin Darcey
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Jesse Jenner
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Matt Coombe
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Jack curtin
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Braydon Ricetti
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Liam Richardson
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Jared Herft
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Tahlia Baker
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Alex Fleay
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Jackson Grant
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Wyatt Nixon
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Colin Deane
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Tori Griffiths
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Joshua Spyropoulos
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Daniel Delby
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Kru Haralle
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Cam Lynch
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Sarah Callaghan
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Grant Mushet
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Denzo Moore
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Brendan Atherton
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Jay Callanan
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FAQs

Is there an age restriction for shows?

Most shows are 18+, but some early sessions or special events may be suitable for younger audiences. Please check the event details before booking.

Can I book for a large group?

Absolutely! For groups of 10 or more, please reach out to our bookings team for seating options and special arrangements.

Do you take walk-ins?

Yes, when we are not sold out you will be able to purchase tickets at the door.

What’s your refund or exchange policy?

Tickets are non-refundable

Can I sit with my friends if we book separately?

For groups over 10, email us your group name, date and time of show and we will seat you together. Our seating is based on first in, best dressed so we recommend arriving 30 minutes early

How long does a show run for?

Most comedy shows run for 90mins with a short intermission

Can I reserve a table?

You can with Prviate Table tickets or Booth Packages. Otherwise, General Admission is first come first served.

How much does a comedy show ticket cost?

Ticket prices vary depending on the show. General admission varies between 25 and $60

why are comedy lounge's shows more expensive than other comedy clubs?

You get what you pay for. Our prices reflect the quality we bring to our audiences. Our ccomedyclub attracts the best comedians in the world.

Can our group be seated together?

We do our best to accommodate groups. Arriving 30 minutes early will increase your chances of sitting together.

Do I have to pay ticketing fees?

No, you don't. Comedy Lounge absorbs all ticketing costs, so the price you see is the price you pay.

What time should i arrive for a show?

We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the show starts to allow time for check-in, finding your seats, and ordering any food or drinks you want to enjoy during the show.

Are food and beverages available during the show?

Comedy Lounge Perth City offers a selection of food and beverages that can be enjoyed before and during the show.