Melbourne International Comedy Festival proudly presents CLASS CLOWNS 2026
Join the search for Australia’s funniest teens!
Come see the next generation of Australian comedians hit the stage in this special teenage comedy bash!
BPAC is proud to host the Ballarat heat of Class Clowns.
Registrations to take part are open now – check out classclowns.com.au!
Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s national comedy competition Class Clowns has been unearthing the freshest voices in Australia comedy for almost three decades, and this year’s stars are some of the most hilarious yet!
Winners will see themselves competing for a place in the National Grand Final at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, where they could win a massive $1,500 cash prize (plus a workshop for their school)!
To find out more head to classclowns.com.au.
Your Visit to BPAC
- Seating: General admission. Participants do not need to purchase a ticket.
- Food & Drink: Snacks and drinks are available to purchase.
- Entrance: Venue entrance is on Neill Street and is accessible entrance is on Neill St. There are two steps to access the stage. Please contact us if you have any specific access requirements.
- Parking: There is plenty of free street parking around the venue – we are in a residential area, so please be mindful of our neighbours: Keep driveways clear and please keep outside noise to a minimum.
- Public Transport: The nearest bus stop is around the corner on Lydiard Street, routes 10 or 13.
