Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

Saturday 5 September 2026, 8pm
The comedians all knew what they had to do to get a laugh, and had the crowd in constant stiches... the talent on show definitely left the crowd wanting more... AU Review

Civic Theatre presents

THE FESTIVAL'S FUNNIEST IN ONE HILARIOUS NIGHT!

The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase tour will be tearing up the freeways of Australia to bring the best of the 2026 Festival.

Expertly curated and lovingly presented, the Showcase will feature some of the Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter. Boasting a line-up of veteran favourites and some of the freshest emerging talents, this jam-packed night of pure entertainment will leave you sore from belly laughs.
Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase lineup TBC.
Running time 2 hrs, inc interval. Running times are approximate and subject to change without notice.

Recommended for ages 15+. This performance may contain explicit language.

Dates

  • Saturday 05 September 2026 8:00 pm

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Prices

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Contact

  • Civic Theatre Ticket Office
  • (02) 4929 1977

Venue

Civic Theatre
375 Hunter Street
Newcastle
2300

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