Just For Laughs JFL All-Star Gala

  • Comedy
  • Concert Hall
  • Run time: 90 minutes, no interval Subject to change
  • Seating map

The festival's crown jewel is back. The Just For Laughs All-Star Gala returns to the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall for one unforgettable night of world-class comedy, and it sells out every year.

This is the Gala that has welcomed some of the biggest names in comedy to one of the most iconic stages on earth. Past Galas have featured some of the biggest and best international and local comedians including Eric Idle, Urzila Carlson, Kevin Bridges, Margaret Cho, Shaun Micallef, Noel Fielding, Reggie Watts, Nina Conti, Joanne McNally, Celia Pacquola, Steph Tisdell, Russell Howard and so many more. 

This year's Gala will be hosted by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald, the duo behind Network 10's hit The Cheap Seats. Bracewell, award-winning New Zealand comedian, writer and Taskmaster NZ champion known for her quick, deadpan take on the week's news. McDonald, Australian comedian, broadcaster and Have You Been Paying Attention? regular whose easy charm and impeccable timing make him one of the most in-demand hosts going around. 

So who else is joining them on stage? That part, we're keeping under wraps for now. What we can tell you is that this year's Gala will once again bring together a blockbuster mix of comedy's biggest international and local names for a single, Sydney-exclusive night you won't want to miss. The full lineup announcement is coming soon. 

Held in the breathtaking surrounds of the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, the All-Star Gala is more than a comedy show. It's the night the festival comes alive, where the laughs are non-stop and the energy is electric from the first act to the last. 

One night. One stage. The best in the business. Sign up for presale access and be in the room when this year's lineup is revealed. 

The Just For Laughs All-Star Gala is proudly supported by the NSW Government through Destination NSW, Strategic Sponsor of Just For Laughs Sydney.

Presented by Just For Laughs Sydney

Event details

Attending this event

Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

Location and access

Concert Hall

The Concert Hall is located beneath the largest of Sydney Opera House’s roof sails, filling the upper levels of the west side of the building. Best accessed through the covered concourse. 

All Sydney Opera House foyers are accessible, with lifts to the main and western foyers. The public lift to all foyers is accessible from the corridor near the escalators on the Lower Concourse and also in the Western Foyer via the corridor on the Ground Level (at the top of the escalators).

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