Comedy Republic Is Celebrating Its Surprise Success, Presenting an All-Star Extravagala to Mark Its 5th Birthday
Celebrate half a decade of laughs with a one-night-only comedy show stacked with local legends.
Laughter seems quite essential to life, but keeping a comedy club's doors open is no easy feat, especially when it has a pandemic to overcome. That's what makes Melbourne's Comedy Republic such a local success story, with the purpose-built theatre and bar now on the eve of its fifth birthday and considered a vital part of Melbourne's creative scene.
Founded by comedians Kyran Nicholson, Rhys Nicholson, and Alex Dyson during the 2020 lockdowns, just 25 guests passed through the doors on opening night. Now this laugh lounge welcomes over 42,000 guests annually, while championing the best Australian talent. To mark this impressive milestone, the joint is hosting a serious birthday bash featuring some of the best comedians in the game.
Taking to The Capitol Theatre stage on Thursday, July 3, Comedy Republic's 5th Birthday All-Star ExtravaGala will feature much-loved acts like Wil Anderson, Celia Pacquola, Tom Ballard, Geraldine Hickey and many more. For what's bound to be Comedy Republic's biggest show to date, guests can expect surprise appearances and chaotic energy throughout the night.
"I know it's tradition to say nice things when it's someone's birthday, but even if Comedy Republic wasn't turning five, I would say that quite simply, it is the best," says Celia Pacquola, Host of Thank God You're Here. "It has the wonderful feel of a venue run by comedy kids for comedy kids, but everyone is an adult because it's also a licensed bar."
Emerging from what was an old internet cafe, Comedy Republic's survival against all odds didn't happen by chance. Designed to be intimate enough for guests and comedians to connect, the venue's wide stage and winged audience is the perfect fit for standups working the crowd. The theatre is also large enough to suit everything from sketch comedy and improv shows to live podcasts and cabaret.
Plus, because Comedy Republic is independently operated by its founding trio, it's one of the only places owned and run by comedians for comedians. Join them for this one-night-only celebration, as they ring in Comedy Republic's success alongside big names and regular guests, with more than enough laughs and late-night beers to go around. Tickets are available from $69.
Comedy Republic's 5th Birthday All-Star ExtravaGala is happening from 7pm on Thursday, July 3, at The Capitol Theatre. Head to the website for tickets and more information.
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