# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm – Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: "Yeah, I could do that"About this Event?The show for anyone who thinks they can do it betterThis event is part of the Brisbane Improv Festival, featuring all of your favourite shows and workshops.???????????BEN RUSSELL & FRIENDS (50 mins)Presented by Ben Russell(Naarm/Melbourne) as part of the Brisbane Improv Festival 2026.Are you an improviser? Student? Fan? Sat in the audience and thought "Yeah, I could do that"Ben has been improvising for over 20 years. He's a Second City Chicago and iO Chicago alum and has his 10k hours clocked in. In all that time he's improvised with hundreds of people and never once had a bad time.Throw your name in the hat to perform some two person improv with Ben. I promise it'll actually be fun.???????????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/ben-russell-and-friends-brisbane-improv-festival-2026/100001991255717454 - **Event Categories**: festivals, comedy, workshops, art, theatre, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Big Fork Theatre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.35, max: 11.35, 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**: Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/21293425283401aa3d32a7cbf491cf2a88a71b0739af030abb416a45ef6514d8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfdcd32-gmir.jpg?v=1781070284 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Big Fork Theatre, Level 2, 252 Saint Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026? - **A:** Ben Russell & Friends | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 is organized by Big Fork Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ben Russell & Friends | 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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