The Brisbane Comedy Cellar Launch Gala marks the official arrival of Brisbane’s most intimate comedy room — a new underground home for big laughs, shared moments, and premium nights out in West End.
Hidden beneath The Raven Hotel, Brisbane Comedy Cellar is a 60-seat cellar inspired by the legendary New York comedy rooms where comedy is close, alive, and unpredictable. This Gala brings that vision to life in one unforgettable night, gathering some of Australia’s most respected comedians in a space designed for connection, atmosphere, and laughter that hits harder because you’re right there.
Hosted by Matt Okine and featuring a powerhouse lineup including Harley Breen, Dusty Rich, Ting Lim & Jack Knite and special guests, the Launch Gala is a showcase of top-shelf talent in a room where every laugh is shared and every moment feels personal.
This is not a theatre show.
It’s comedy how it’s meant to be experienced — close to the stage, drinks in hand, live music in the room, and the kind of energy you can’t stream at home.
Proceeds from the Brisbane Comedy Cellar Launch Gala will support Grow The Music Foundation, a charity providing music tuition, mentoring, and emotional support to children aged 4–17 in isolated or disadvantaged communities.
Comedy and music both have the power to build confidence, connection, and joy. This Gala celebrates that shared spirit — bringing people together for a night that gives back while setting the tone for what Brisbane Comedy Cellar stands for.
A curated lineup of national comedy heavyweights
Live music woven into the night
An intimate, cellar-style atmosphere with only 60 seats
A premium but unpretentious night out beneath West End
A room designed for laughter, connection, and escape from the week
If your inbox is full, your week’s been long, or you’re craving a proper laugh with mates, this is your invitation to step underground and reset.
Because comedy loves company.
