Melbourne Comedy Festival Opening Night Cancelled Following Medical Emergency
The abrupt cancellation disrupted a star-studded Supershow at the Palais Theatre, with organizers pledging to contact ticket holders.
- The Melbourne International Comedy Festival's Opening Night Allstars Supershow was abruptly halted on March 26 due to a medical emergency.
- The incident occurred on the upper level of the Palais Theatre in St Kilda, prompting the evacuation of attendees.
- Ambulances were observed outside the venue as patrons, including former Victorian premier Steve Bracks, departed.
- Festival organizers confirmed the cancellation and announced plans to follow up with ticket holders regarding the disruption.
- The Supershow, hosted by comedian Michael Hing, was intended to launch the four-week festival with a high-profile line-up of comedians.