Clone of 2025 Funny Tonne Application Form

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APPLICATION FORM – applications close Sunday 8 March 2026
Name*
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E-mail*
Age: (optional)
Blog or Website: (if applicable)
Social Handles:
Please answer the following:
Do you have three weeks of free time (day jobs are acceptable of course) to laugh and crack the funny tonne of Melbourne International Comedy Festival shows?*

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Do you have the time to write a write a 60-150 word review for all the comedy shows you see, which will be need to be submitted each night or early the following day (from performance date)?*

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Who is your top Australian comedian, and why?*
Who is your top international comedian, and why?*
What is the funniest video on YouTube ever? (unknown gems and popular classics equally acceptable)*
Video link 1
Watch any comedy show of your choice (online or live) and submit a review of the show. Max 300 words*

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Why do you want to be a Funny Tonner? Tell us in 100 words or less*

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And last but not least:
Please provide another example of your writing - this could be a recent review, thoughts on a work of art or book, letterboxd review – whatever that you feel best expresses your writing and critical thinking.

DEADLINE: SUNDAY 8 MARCH 2026
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If you are successful, the Comedy Festival will supply you with a Festival Pass and a Festival Club Pass. You are liable for any costs associated with submitting reviews, downloads/uploads, from your phone or computer. You will also be required to provide a photo and short bio before the Festival starts to sit online alongisde your reviews – so get your head shot ready!

See comedyfestival.com.au for more details or contact us at funnytonne@comedyfestival.com.au or on 03 9245 3700.
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