Alf is a television reporter, so she’s not afraid of being the focus of attention. The next step for her was to try stand up comedy, and as you can see from the video below, she absolutely nailed it on stage! Performed alongside international comedy legend Arj Barker, bringing her charisma, storytelling skills, and sharp wit to the mic, earning …
Lexy is a dynamic public speaker and natural on stage, known for blending humour, warmth, and insight to captivate audiences. Having completed the Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School course in September with guidance from celebrity comedian and fellow Brit Jeff Green, she brings both professional polish and comedic timing to every performance. As you can see from this graduation performance …
You’ve completed the five night stand-up comedy course, now grab the t-shirt.
Adelaide-born Kosta came to Melbourne to fill a gay quota. Don’t believe us? Watch his set below. This was Kosta’s very first stand-up comedy set, and as you will see, both the audience AND he are having a great time. Kosta is now past of the Hard Knock Knocks alumni, and so his stand-up set will continue to evolve and …
(Updated 6 August, 2025) If you’re looking for a room in which to perform as an open mic comedian, be warned. Not all rooms offer the same environment. Some are merely the corner of a pub. Others have no lighting, literally forcing you perform in the dark. So to help here’s a breakdown of Melbourne open mic (and curated) rooms …
British-born graduate ‘Big Michael’ smashed his debut stand-up comedy set in front of a packed room of friends and family at the September Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School in Melbourne. His big smile and charm also won over the rest of the audience, proving that he has what it takes to make it big in comedy – Goodwill. Watch for …
Photo: Eddie PerfectPhoto Credit: Melbourne International Comedy Festival / Jim Lee Photo So how do you get to perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF) in 2026? Is it invite only? Do you need to know the mayor? Is a bribe required? The good news for Australians and New Zealanders is that anyone can perform – without a bribe. …
If you’re a fresh open mic comedian, perhaps one that’s just graduated from the Hard Knock Knocks Comedy School, then creating an open mic comedy night is one of the best ways to get guaranteed and intense stage time. You can also trade stage time with other comedy room runners. And if you’re a pub, looking to increase bar sales …
Originally from China, Amy Yang might be new to stand-up comedy—but she’s definitely not the shy type. Living in Melbourne with her girlfriend and partner, Amy brought boldness, honesty, and a cheeky charm to the Hard Knock Knocks stage. Despite never having done stand-up before, she tackled the mic with confidence and a fresh perspective. Safe to say, Amy’s no …
