Who doesn’t need a good laugh right now? Thankfully Perth Comedy Festival has our backs, bringing a hilarious program of shows to Subiaco from 20 April to 17 May.
The 2026 edition of Perth’s biggest annual comedy event promises to bring the very best comedians from Australia and beyond to the Regal Theatre for a massive month of entertainment. With a record of 32 side-splitting events hitting the stage, the lineup this year will keep you coming back for more.
Not sure where to start? Check out our program guide below…
The Crown Jewel
29 April, 6 & 13 May | Regal Theatre
The biggest night of comedy in Perth, featuring a dazzling lineup of the festival’s funniest stars.
Fresh from the UK
15 May | Regal Theatre
A gala performance from some of Scotland’s funniest exports, including Mark Nelson, Grant Mushet, Gill Cordiner, David Callan & Iain Pringle.
22 & 23 April | Regal Theatre
A hotly anticipated new stand-up show from Joanne McNally, where she navigates situationships, revenge and rejection.
Nurse Georgie Carroll – Infectious
15 & 16 May | Regal Theatre
A razor-sharp new show from riotous nurse-turned-comedian Georgie Carroll.
8 & 9 May | Regal Theatre
A genre-defying new show from Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star Olga Koch.
Stephen K Amos – Now We’re Talking
14 May | Regal Theatre
Freestyling musings and merrymaking from internationally acclaimed comedian Stephen K Amos.
Yeah The Girls
1, 2 & 3 May | Regal Theatre
A look into the hilariously chaotic life of Bron Lewis as she juggles parenting three kids, a career change and flailing mental health.
8 May | Regal Theatre
An audaciously unfiltered show from comedian, podcaster and multi award-winning high-end escort Carly Electric.
Geraldine Hickey – A Weight Off My Chest
9 & 10 May | Regal Theatre
Musings on breast reduction surgery (and more!) from your favourite queer comedian Geraldine Hickey.
Jenny Tian – When Life Gives You Oranges
24 April | Regal Theatre
A new show from comedian Jenny Tian, fresh off her latest US tour with a character-defining relationship to unpack.
21 April | Regal Theatre
The debut show from viral sensation Kyla Cobbler, exploring everything from dating in Barcelona to the power plays of a barbeque.
8 & 9 May | Regal Theatre
A high-energy riot of laughs from Canadian comic force Tor Snyder.
Standout Stand Up
Ashwyn Singh – Wrong Singh to Say
16 May | Regal Theatre
A new show from Indian-immigrant-turned-Canadian-resident Ashwyn Singh, of Canada’s Got Talent fame.
1 & 2 May | Regal Theatre
A stand-up show from the guy best known for dressing up as a sewing needle and hiding inside a strawberry.
1 & 2 May | Regal Theatre
A brand-new number from award-winning Daniel Connell, as seen on Have You Been Paying Attention?.
Dumb Inventions (That Changed the World)
1 May | Regal Theatre
An exploration of seemingly idiotic inventions from comedian and former journalist Dave Crisante.
Heath Franklin’s Chopper – Gold
1 May | Regal Theatre
A 20th anniversary show from Aussie comedy legend Chopper, featuring all his funniest bits and hardest hits.
Imaan Hadchiti – Lonely on Top of the Hill
15 May | Regal Theatre
A chance to laugh at the illogicality of life, led by the world’s second shortest full-time comedian Imaan Hadchiti.
Jason Leong – In Laughing Memory
2 & 3 May | Regal Theatre
A navigation of love and loss from medical-doctor-turned-comedian Dr Jason Leong, of Netflix fame.
7 & 8 May | Regal Theatre
A silly new show from Josh Thomas, the international sensation from Please Like Me and Everything’s Gonna Be Okay.
Rohan Arneil – You Wouldn’t Have Cut Me Off If I Wasn’t So Sunburnt
15 May | Regal Theatre
A fresh batch of jokes from former garbo, current stonemason and prolific comedian Rohan Arneil.
Schalk Bezuidenhout – Hey Hey Divorcé
2 May | Regal Theatre
A new show (or is it just a therapy session?!) from recently divorced comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout.
16 May | Regal Theatre
An examination of cultural crazes, hypocrisy and…goats? from the very funny Sean Woodland.
The Unhelpful Therapist: Solve Your Problems Badly
2 May | Regal Theatre
A wild show of misguided advice-giving from former columnist Dave Crisante.
Musical Madness
David O’Doherty – Highway to the David Zone
24 April | Regal Theatre
A new opus from the hairy Enya, the Ryanair Bublé, the nine-volt battery powered Beethoven.
9 May | Regal Theatre
A coming-of-age story from South-Indian dad Jagan Krishnan, blending comedic storytelling and music.
Sounds Sketchy
30 April | Regal Theatre
A hilarious and chaotic show from Australia’s viral comedic sensation Jimmy Rees.
15 & 16 May | Regal Theatre
A must-see for any Harry Potter fan, especially if you’re a Slytherin.
16 May | Regal Theatre
An hour of laughs from Lachlan and Jaxon Fairbairn in their first-ever live sketch show.
The Umbilical Brothers – Speedmouse
9 May | Regal Theatre
A 25th anniversary show from BAFTA, Emmy and Helpmann Award winning performers The Umbilical Brothers.
Interactive Improv
Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci star in Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis
26 April | Regal Theatre
A smash-hit comedy show from Colin Mochrie and world-renowned hypnotist Asad Mecci.
Alternative (AKA how else do we categorise this one?)
7 & 8 May | Regal Theatre
A fairytale sequel to the iconic burlesque, drag and circus parody from Far Far Away.
The Perth Comedy Festival runs from 20 April to 17 May 2026. Click here to view the full event program and book your tickets.
