The Gala

Wed 17 Mar 7:30pm
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The Gala

Wed 17 Mar 7:30pm

Palais Theatre, Melbourne

Comedy’s biggest names take to the stage to support Oxfam Australia!

For more than 30 years, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has partnered with Oxfam Australia to present The Gala – the most anticipated night of the comedy calendar. Expect a stellar line-up of more than 20 of the biggest names in Australian comedy donating their best five minutes of material in exchange for the generosity of the audience and the viewers tuning in at home.

More than a great night out, it’s a chance to do some good. Help Oxfam Australia fight inequality to end poverty, one big laugh at a time.

There’s little wonder tickets always sell fast. Get them while you can – and get that warm, fuzzy feeling only The Gala can give.

As seen on ABC TV & ABC iview

NOMINEE (2026) AACTA Award: Best Stand-Up

‘The most illustrious date on the Australian comedy calendar’ ★★★★½ The Age

ABOUT OXFAM AUSTRALIA

Oxfam believes everyone is equal and no-one should live in poverty. Working with local partner organisations, Oxfam’s humanitarian response delivers life-saving aid in the immediate aftermath of a disaster. Its powerful public campaigns challenge the underlying systems that keep people in poverty and its long-term development programs support communities to create a future where everyone can thrive. For more information and to support Oxfam Australia, head to: oxfam.org.au

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