# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: It's your line so don't miss your queue and a surprising show where you pick a surprise genre!About this Event?Start the Night with a song and a surprise!This event is part of the Brisbane Improv Festival, featuring all of your favourite shows and workshops.???????????A BACK LINE(25 mins)Presented by Angela Bradburn (Gadigal Country/Sydney) as part of the Brisbane Improv Festival 2026.Welcome to the audition to see who can join A Back Line, the next hit improvised musical show at Big Fork Theatre. We've seen lots of hopefuls today and the troupe just want to know "How many people do you need?" See this wildly fun Improvised Genre Musical in the style of the Big Audition. Think A Chorus Line, Centre Stage or the popular Step Up the Streets because Step Up didn’t make the shortlist - that’s the level we are talking about. Hearts will be broken, dreams will be made, mirrors are involved. Someone will cry – probably the director.THE UNEXPECTED GENRE SHOW (25 mins)Presented by Edge Improv in association with Big Fork Theatre(Meanjin/Brisbane) as part of the Brisbane Improv Festival 2026.Romantic comedy? Historical action? Psychological thriller? Who knows what unexpected form this show will take? The performers definitely don't... the style of show will be randomly chosen and the players must then perform a show that best expresses the selected genre, no matter how weird or obscure. Whether that be a French New-wave, absurdist office drama, or a surrealist fable. You're sure to end up with something unexpected!???????????FAQs about our shows & venue here: Big Fork Theatre is Brisbane's home of improv & comedy, located centrally in Fortitude Valley. With great shows on Thursday to Sunday every week, we have something for everyone. Improvised comedy, sketch comedy, stand-up comedy, and more! Arrive early and grab a drink at our bar.About the Brisbane Improv FestivalThis year’s festival will be held on the 14th - 18th of July 2026 - that’s five nights of incredible improvised shows open to the public, and we will host 14 different workshops for improvisers to expand their skills. Previous Festivals had shows from around Australia and New Zealand, this festival is not to be missed!Find out more here: www.bigforktheatre.com/brisbane-improv-festival-about-2026REFUND POLICY: Cancellations made 24 hours prior to the show start time will receive a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of the commencement time can transfer tickets to a future show. No shows will not receive a refund. Please contact us with any questions. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fortitude-valley/a-back-line-the-unexpected-genre-show-brisbane-improv-festival-2026/100001991031609140 - **Event Categories**: festivals, comedy, entertainment, art, theatre, performances, workshops, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Big Fork Theatre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 21.8, max: 21.8, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fortitude Valley - **state**: QL - **country**: Australia - **location**: Big Fork Theatre - **lat**: -27.4570194 - **long**: 153.0302569 - **full address**: Big Fork Theatre, Level 2, 252 Saint Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6ed29a59eda67d42c434f74ffbecbac43c65ab9554f9a1232151f6956801bc20-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfdcd32-gmir.jpg?v=1781070495 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Big Fork Theatre, Level 2, 252 Saint Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026? - **A:** A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 is organized by Big Fork Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A Back Line + The Unexpected Genre Show | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fortitude Valley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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