Stand Up 101 | Comedy Competition | GRAND FINAL
iD Comedy × Kookaburra’s Comedy presents
Sydney’s newest comedians. One room. $1,750 on the line.
Be there when someone’s career starts - and get to say you saw them first!
A PROPER FRIDAY NIGHT OUT
A full lineup of Sydney’s newest comedians doing their sharpest five minutes in a ballroom on Oxford Street, and a professional headliner to close the night before the winners are revealed. You’ll see Sydney’s next wave before anyone else knows their names.
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THE TOP 3 ALSO GET:
- A one-on-one writing session with a professional comedian
- Guaranteed monthly spots in iD Comedy and Kookaburra’s shows
- Professional headshots, paid for
THREE HEATS. ONE FINAL.
All four nights at Carousel Bar & Ballroom, 169 Oxford St, Darlinghurst. Shows start 7PM.
Schedule
- 7:00 pm
Doors
Doors open at 7pm. Arrive at 7pm to get the best seats.
- 7:30 pm
Show
Show starts promptly at 7:30pm.
Who's behind it?
KOOKABURRA'S COMEDY
Run by comedians who know how to put together a killer lineup. We've had comedians perform such as James McCann, Anisa Nandaula, Jenny Tian, Luke Heggie and more - plus regular open mics bringing through the next wave.
ID COMEDY
Eight years of igniting laughter across Sydney, built on a comedian-first mentality — championing top-tier professional talent and the next generation of rising stars alike.
FAQs
- What is Stand Up 101?
Stand Up 101 is a comedy competition run in partnership by Kookaburra's Comedy and iD Comedy. We're bringing the best new comedians to the stage, with a chance to win some exciting prizes.
- Who are Kookaburra's and iD?
Kookaburra's Comedy and iD Comedy are the best comedy promoters in Sydney, known in the industry for putting on amazing shows and bringing the funniest comedians to local venues.
- How can I sign up to perform in this competition?
Head over to http://standup101.com.au and sign up. Be quick - spots are filling up FAST!
- How many heats are there?
There are 3 heats, all judged by bookers and professional comedians. After the heats, the winners will compete in a grand final.
- Are the prizes for each heat or for the whole competition?
Prizes are for the whole competition. Winners of each heat will go to the final to compete for the prizes.
- When is the final?
The final is on 25th September 2026.
- Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes, but we strongly recommend booking online. Booking ahead guarantees your seat.
- Is this event wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, this event is upstairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
- Will you be filming and taking photography at the event?
Filming and photography are in progress at this event. By entering, you consent to being recorded and to the use of your image for promotional purposes. To opt-out please send an e-mail to kookaburrascomedy@gmail.com.
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