Comedy

Guy Montgomery's Guy-Mont Spelling Bee

Through five excruciating rounds, Guy tests some of the Festival's best comedians on their ability to spell different words.

$30 (service fees may apply)
60 minutes, no interval
Fri 25 August, 2023

After a massive debut in 2022, Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee is back! Will it succeed? Almost definitely. The show sold out last year and has since been adapted for TV. 


Through five excruciating rounds, Guy tests some of your fave comedians on their ability to spell different words. 

Special guests include: 
Abby Howells
Courtney Dawson
Joe Daymond
David Correos

Presented by: 
Live Nation & Jubilee Street

Audience Warnings: 
Recommended for ages 15+

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