# Event Details - **Event Name**: Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Real headlines with zero context. Bring on the BIF!About this Event?Late-night laughs & current affairsThis event is part of the Brisbane Improv Festival, featuring all of your favourite shows and workshops.???????????Headline Act: BIF Edition (50 mins)Presented by Glenn Seaby & Liz Talbot(Meanjin/Brisbane) as part of the Brisbane Improv Festival 2026.Triumphant magpies, heartbroken giants, sharks in turmoil. They're all coming together for HEADLINE ACT - an Improv Fest showdown that sees real headlines interpreted literally - no context allowed! Join Glenn and Liz as they referee a fast-paced and joyful improv clash between Brisbane’s sharpest & silliest and Non-Brisbane’s whimsical wittiest.HEADLINE ACT returns for a special Improv Fest showdown where real headlines are interpreted literally—no context allowed! See triumphant magpies, heartbroken giants and sharks in turmoil as Brisbane’s sharpest & silliest take on Non-Brisbane’s whimsical wittiest. With Liz and Glenn as your hosts and a video ref serving Highly Serious Clips, HEADLINE ACT is a highly accessible comedy experience built for everyone to enjoy.HEADLINE ACT is proud to be part of Brisbane Improv Festival, after appearing at Anywhere Fest 2025, ITS Comedy Festival 2025 and Big Fork Theatre Showdowns in 2026.???????????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/headline-act-bif-edition-brisbane-improv-festival-2026/100001990767552339 - **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: 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**: Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/217c6cf2a14a82a1e0ecfecc2d4e190f32ad3fe4a4f660848798b0312677b3fb-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfdcd32-gmir.jpg?v=1781070608 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Big Fork Theatre, Level 2, 252 Saint Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026? - **A:** Headline Act: BIF Edition | Brisbane Improv Festival 2026 is organized by Big Fork Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Headline Act: BIF Edition | 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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