Get ready to laugh out loud! AANT is proud to sponsor the inaugural Darwin Comedy Festival,
Presented by the Darwin Entertainment Centre (DEC) from 6th to 8th March 2025. This exciting new event will transform the Top End into a hub of joy and laughter, bringing together more than 15 incredible comedians across three jam-packed days of entertainment.
Exclusive Member Benefits
As part of AANT’s commitment to supporting the local community and enhancing member experiences, AANT members will enjoy exclusive perks for this much-anticipated festival. As a proud sponsor of the event, AANT members can access a 10% discount on full price tickets during the exclusive pre-sale period from 10am December 6 to 9am December 9, 2024. Plus, secure your seats before the general public and receive a complimentary drink voucher for a beer, wine, or soft drink. Keep an eye on your email for details on how to claim your exclusive discount and drink voucher. For non-members, tickets will be available starting 10am on 9th December 2024.
Comedy Royalty Takes the Stage
Celest Barber – Backup Dancer
The Darwin Comedy Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience, with performances from some of the biggest names in comedy. Headlining the festival is the iconic Celeste Barber, who will make her Darwin debut with her latest show, Backup Dancer. Known for her sharp wit and unique comedic style, Celeste is sure to be a crowd favourite.
Joining her are other heavyweights in the comedy world, including Nazeem Hussain, who will bring his bold and hilarious new show You Paid For This. Fans of razor-sharp humour can also look forward to Reuben Kaye’s genre-defying cabaret performance, The Party’s Over, while the endlessly creative Sammy J offers a blend of song and storytelling in The Kangaroo Effect.
Nazeem Hussain – You Paid For This
Something for Everyone
The Festival isn’t just for adults; it also features family-friendly programming. The award-winning circus-comedy show Children Are Stinky promises to captivate audiences of all ages with its high-energy antics. Meanwhile, teens can get in on the action through the Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s Class Clowns, offering workshops and a chance to showcase their comedic skills on stage.
DEC has also partnered with local talents from Darwin’s Top Floor Comedy, as well as Sarah Reuben and Brent Watkinson, to elevate homegrown performers. These acts, announced in the new year, will take the stage alongside high-profile comedians, highlighting the vibrant and diverse comedy scene in the Territory.
Class Clowns
Save the Dates
Darwin Comedy Festival will take place from 6th to 8th March 2025 at Darwin Entertainment Centre. AANT members can secure their discounted tickets during the pre-sale from 6th to 9th December 2024. Tickets for the general public go on sale at 10am on 9th December. Visit yourcentre.com.au for more information and to subscribe for program updates.