Stephen Hall presents For The Term Of His Natural Lies

In 2025, for his 7th MICF show, Stephen Hall (Shaun Micallef's Mad As Hell, Fawlty Towers Live, Monty Python's Spamalot) brings you a night at the movies. With a difference. For months, he's been sourcing moments from 15 old movies, re-editing them, re-writing them and re-VOICING them to create a brand-new, stand-alone 50-minute comedy film...

FOR THE TERM OF HIS NATURAL LIES.

A man who insists he's 2,187 years old has been imprisoned on multiple charges of Grievously Unreliable Narration. As relates his outlandish adventures from decades and centuries gone by, doubts begin to form in the minds of his captors... Is there any way he could possibly be telling the truth?

Join Stephen for a LIVE intro to his latest creation - one new comedy film, made entirely from 15 old drama films.

"Freakin' hilarious" - Crikey.com.au
"Hall is a riot" - The Herald-Sun
"Pure magic... a festival must-see" - Theatrematters.com.au
"A great opportunity to watch one of Australia's comedy legends at work" - Squirrelcomedy.com

FAQs

What time should I get there?

At least 30 minutes before the show. Our performances start bang on time and it takes a hot second to welcome you into the building.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

DoubleTree is a licensed venue. Accordingly, patrons under 18 are only allowed on premises in the company of a parent or legal guardian.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

We strongly encourage using public transport. DoubleTree is directly across the road from Flinders Street station (head for the Elizabeth Street exit) or tram routes 19, 35, 57, 59, 70 or 75.

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What's the refund policy?

All sales are final.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No. Our team have a record of all attendees updated in real time and will be able to let you in whether you bring a printed copy of your ticket or not.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes. It happens all the time. It's totally fine.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

DoubleTree by Hilton, 270 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Australia