UPDATE Unfortunately due to this blooming bug, the festival has been cancelled.
Thoughts are with all the hosts, directors, producers, staff and their stressed loved ones who’ve gone through so much for this event already. We look forward to seeing their work as soon as safely possible. Stay good out there everyone
Here’s MICF’s statement:
With great sadness we must announce that following the Prime Minister’s statement about non-essential mass gatherings, the 2020 Melbourne International Comedy Festival will not go ahead.
The success of our Festival is in the way that comedy transforms our city for the inspiration and entertainment of hundreds of thousands of comedy lovers.
Our primary concern is the health and welfare of our artists and participants, staff and audiences. Cancelling the Festival is heartbreaking but the only decision possible to support the community’s efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Ticketholders will be notified shortly regarding refunds.
We’re devastated by the news, thank everyone for their understanding and support and look forward to sharing a laugh with you again soon.
Original: The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is fast approaching so don’t miss your chance to see great mates perform live podcasts, solo shows and sci-fi extravaganzas. Running from March 25th through April 19th, MICF is one of the worlds biggest comedy festivals and this year will prove no different with all these events lined up.