Dave O'Neil will headline this much-loved local comedy extravaganza all for a good cause!

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Laughs in Latrobe is back for 2022 and the Apex Club of Traralgon have a massive line up planned for their biggest event yet!

Join Dave O'Neil and friends in July and laugh your socks off for a good cause. All proceeds will go to the Club's charitable activities in the community.

Book now for that much-needed live comedy fix when Melbourne International Comedy Festival rolls into GPAC!

Thursday 30 June | 8.00PM | GPAC Theatre

Strap yourself in Australia! The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is hitting the highways to home-deliver the freshest and funniest from the 2022 Festival to neighbourhoods across the nation.

For 24 years the Roadshow has presented an all killer, no filler line-up of Australian stars and talented newcomers to comedy fans far and wide.

Buckle up for a night of stand-up, sketch, satire, silliness, and song in this rip-roaring road trip designed to satisfy all your post-pandemic comedy cravings!

Hosted by Ben Lomas with special guests Bronwyn Kuss, Claire Hooper, Lewis Garnham and Takashi Wakasugi (JPN).

Comedy superstars Sooshi Mango are set to return to Australian stages this August and September for a special round of encore performances.

Friday 5 August | 7.30PM | GPAC Theatre

Saturday 6 August | 7.30PM | GPAC Theatre

The much-loved comedy troupe, made up of Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, and Andrew Manfre, have experienced unimaginable success with their OFF THE BOAT TOUR — seeing it grow from an initial seven shows to a staggering 38 dates.

And now, due to massive demand, they have added a series of encore shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Wollongong, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth, as well as new shows here in Traralgon and Ballarat!

It comes as no surprise as their popularity continues to soar, with their relatable and timely humour earning Joe, Carlo and Andrew a permanent place in the social feeds of Australians in every corner of the country

You’ve seen her on Fisk, Utopia and Have You Been Paying Attention? She wrote a best selling book called 488 Rules for life.

Saturday 23 July | 8PM | GPAC Theatre

But now, after a year at home drinking hand sanitiser & tonic, Kitty Flanagan is finally back on stage doing what (she thinks) she does best, solving the world’s problems. All of them. Get involved!

You’ve seen him on his sketch comedy show KINNE TONIGHT, now don’t miss this opportunity to see him live on stage!!!

Friday 17 June | 8PM | GPAC Theatre

Troy Kinne is best known for his own TV shows Kinne (Ch7) and Kinne Tonight (Ch10).

However, it is more likely that you have seen him in one of his many viral videos on Facebook and YouTube. ‘Kinne videos’ have been shared all over the world resulting in over 1 million followers on social media. 

Yet before social media was even a ‘thing’, Kinne was already making his mark on the live stand-up comedy scene winning several new comic competitions. 

Comedy Knockout - Search for a Funny Bone - Winner

Comic’s Lounge - You Gotta Be Jokin’ - Winner

A-List Entertainment - Green Faces - Winner

Upon request, Kinne has entertained our Army Troops in East Timor, Afghanistan, the Solomon Islands, and in 2018 he sold out every show of his live tour around Australia's major cities.

Now after enduring lockdowns that shut us off to almost all forms of entertainment, Kinne is bringing his live show back for his home state of Victoria, acknowledging the regional towns who have more than earned a night out of the house.  

"A rapid-fire night of Laughs" - Herald Sun

"Comic Genius" - The Daily Telegraph

"One of Australia's best new talents" - The Daily Telegraph

"Bottom clenchingly funny" - The Groggy Squirrel

Not to brag but Geraldine Hickey has had a pretty incredible few years. She got engaged, won some awards, and now she has a boat.

Saturday 11 June | 8PM | GPAC Theatre

She can’t start it yet but that hasn’t stopped her from discovering some of the wonders of the ocean. 

An hour of smart, observational comedy at its absolute best. 

Winner – Melbourne Comedy Festival Award 2021 

Winner – Piece of Wood Award, Melbourne Comedy Festival 2019 

“A full Supper Room crowd heaving back and forth on their seats within the first 10 minutes.” ★★★★★ The Age, 2021

Directed by Rachel Davis.

You've seen him on the internet, now it's time to see him in real life.

Friday 13 May | 7PM | GPAC Theatre - ALLOCATION EXHAUSTED

Friday 13 May | 9.15PM | GPAC Theatre - ALLOCATION EXHAUSTED

Australia's most loved comedian* Luke Kidgell, is back on tour with his brand new show Cheers to That (*not a fact, just a personal opinion of Luke's). 

After a big year in 2021 dodging lockdowns and attending almost every pub in the country Luke has some tales to tell. 

With four National Tours under his belt Luke Kidgell has amassed over one million fans online, has two of the most popular comedy podcasts in the country and a comedy special on Amazon Prime, and now he is bringing his brand new stand up show Cheers to That to Australia. 

You've seen him on the internet, now its time to see him in real life. Luke is back on stage, featuring fellow comedian and TikTok bad boy Blake Pavey, this is not one you want to miss. Cheers to that Australia.

Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Show recommended for ages 16+.

We’re raising the curtain on a huge comedy line-up.

Saturday 5 March | 8PM | GPAC Theatre

For the first time we present world class comedy heroes helmed by the legendary Dave Thornton. 

Featuring Peter Helliar, Nikki Britton, Lizzy Hoo and Vidya Rajan, you’re in for a barrel of actual LOLs to get you warmed up for a regular showing of comedy talent. This place, in your own backyard, is going to rival some of the most applauded comedy venues in the country. 

Get ready for more.