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This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

Class Clowns participants Rebecca, Leo, and Tiglath pose around a large 'Class Clowns' sign.
Class Clown participants are cheering around winner Leo, who is kneeling in the centre holding a novelty cheque and trophy.
Class Clowns participant Archer performing to a crowd. He stands in front of a microphone and is signalling left.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Class Clowns

Melbourne International Comedy Festival proudly presents

CLASS CLOWNS 2026

The search for Australia's next teen comedy sensation!

Melbourne International Comedy Festival's national competition and workshop program, Class Clowns, is back in 2026 to inspire, engage and elevate humorous people aged 14–18.

All it takes is 3-5 minutes of original material in any genre – whether it’s stand-up, sketch, group, musical or physical comedy! Participants take part in a free workshop to fine-tune their acts under the guidance of a professional comedian before the show.

The funniest acts will earn a trip to Melbourne to perform at the National Grand Final, and the chance to win a $1,500 cash prize plus a workshop package for their school.

To register and find out more head to classclowns.com.au.

Q&A, resources and workshop incursions available upon request. Please contact Schools Program Coordinator at schools@adelaidefringe.com.au

Presented by: Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world, alongside Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Montreal's Just for Laughs. Held annually in Melbourne, Australia’s comedy capital, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. Class Clowns is Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s national development program for teens. Comprising a competition, workshop and mentoring program, Class Clowns plays a valuable role in supporting the confidence and creativity of young Australians – providing a channel for self-expression, a platform for amplifying the voices and perspectives of young people and a pathway for emerging Australian talent.
Comedy
Australia • SA Premiere

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: M
Target audience: High School (15-17)
Coarse Language: Occasional, Strong

Please note

Could contain mature themes.

Accessibility

 
High audio content

Presenter

Presented by: Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world, alongside Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Montreal's Just for Laughs. Held annually in Melbourne, Australia’s comedy capital, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. Class Clowns is Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s national development program for teens. Comprising a competition, workshop and mentoring program, Class Clowns plays a valuable role in supporting the confidence and creativity of young Australians – providing a channel for self-expression, a platform for amplifying the voices and perspectives of young people and a pathway for emerging Australian talent.