Judges include Cal Wilson, Lawrence Mooney, Peter Helliar and Anthony Watt (Executive Producer of Spicks and Specks).

Karin Farrell, Melbourne Comedy Festival's Education Program Producer said 'Class Clowns is a significant and vibrant part of the Comedy Festival's education program. Since its inception in 1996, this one-of-a-kind competition has been developing the art of comedy amongst the nation's teenage comics - not only scouting the next new bright young thing for a future in comedy but also providing kids with an opportunity to develop confidence, build performance and speaking skills and create strong friendships with like‐minded teens. And maybe win $2000!'