Comedy

Debra DiGiovanni is a standup and performer originally from Toronto, now based in Los Angeles. Debra can be seen around the world appearing in comedy festivals like Moontower, High Plains, JFL Sydney, and JFL Montreal. Her most recent comedy album Lady Jazz was nominated for a Juno award: Comedy Album of the Year 2019. Debra made her US late-night comedy debut on CONAN, appeared on Comedy Central’s Stand Up Featuring, and released a comedy special on Season 2 of Unprotected Sets for Epix. Debra can be seen on the Amazon original series Last One Laughing, and her new comedy album Honourable Intentions will be released Fall of 2024 on SiriusXM.

Gianmarco Soresi is a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator known for his sharp societal observation and spry, energetic stage presence. Gianmarco effortlessly commands a room with his animated style, blending upbeat candor with dark comedic beats — which has garnered him critical acclaim from NPR, Esquire, The Atlantic, Buzzfeed, ABC News, and many more. He’s performed stand-up on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, Don’t Tell, The Real Housewives of New York, and was selected as a JFL New Face in 2022. He will next be seen in the new multi-comic standup series on Netflix called “Verified Standup” which will debut on the platform on November 28, 2023. Gianmarco has also acted in Billy Crystal’s Here Today, Netflix’s Bonding, Hustlers, The Last OG, and is the host of the popular podcast “The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi.”

Get ready to embark on a joy-filled journey with the one and only Alex Mackenzie on "The Happy Camper Tour!" With over 100 million viewers online, Alex has captured the hearts and funny bones of audiences worldwide, and now he's bringing his infectious laughter to a city near you.

Originally hailing from the small town of Prince George, BC, Mackenzie has now become a true nomad, living life on the road with his dog Finley, in their trusty RV. From coast to coast, Alex is one a mission to spread happiness and laughter to every corner of the country!

Last year, Alex wowed audiences with his debut stand-up comedy special "An Experiment Called Life" which was picked up by Amazon Prime in the US and UK. In Canada it is available on Youtube or Spotify!

Join Alex Mackenzie as he shares uproarious tales from his journey, reflecting on the highs and lows of life on the road and the hilarious escapades that come with living in an RV with a furry friend. Through his unique blend of bit, charm, and feel-good humour, Alex will remind you that laughter truly is the best medicine, and that happiness can be found in the simplest of moments.

Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the magic of Alex Mackenzie, "The Happy Camper Tour" is a must-see event that will leave you beaming from ear to ear. So gather your friends and family, and come join the caravan of laughter as Alex brings his comedic brilliance to a stage near you.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the pure joy and positivity that Alex Mackenzie brings to every performance. Grab your tickets now and get ready for a night of non-stop laughter and unforgettable memories on "The Happy Camper Tour"!

Gianmarco Soresi is a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator known for his sharp societal observation and spry, energetic stage presence. Gianmarco effortlessly commands a room with his animated style, blending upbeat candor with dark comedic beats — which has garnered him critical acclaim from NPR, Esquire, The Atlantic, Buzzfeed, ABC News, and many more. He’s performed stand-up on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, Don’t Tell, The Real Housewives of New York, and was selected as a JFL New Face in 2022. He will next be seen in the new multi-comic standup series on Netflix called “Verified Standup” which will debut on the platform on November 28, 2023. Gianmarco has also acted in Billy Crystal's Here Today, Netflix’s Bonding, Hustlers, The Last OG, and is the host of the popular podcast “The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi.”

The Snowed In Comedy Tour has turned into a Canadian success story, celebrating its sixteenth year. It has now grown to become the biggest comedy tour in Canada. Playing in 70 cities this year, coast to coast. In a market still dominated by American acts, with American TV credits, a small Canadian comedy tour has managed to succeed. Like the Tragically Hip they have done it by touring and making more and more people laugh, year after year.  The tour has now performed in Australia, The US, France, and Switzerland. The tour has received numerous standing ovations.

Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone. Just for Laughs winner Dan Quinn is joined by the Great Canadian Laugh Off winner, Paul Myrehaug and 6 time Canadian Comedian of the year nominee, Pete Zedlacher. We are proud to announce that Erica Sigurdson with over 70 appearances on the Debaters, will be joining us. Don’t miss out on the comedy show called “Better than the Just for Laughs Tour” and “Delivers a Flurry of Laughs”.

Erica Sigurdson

70+ appearances on the Debaters

Winnipeg Comedy Festival

Just for Laughs
Halifax Comedy Festival

Pete Zedlacher

6-time nominee of the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Male Stand-up

Winner of Sirius XM's Top Comic

8 appearances at Montreal's Just For Laughs Festival

Halifax And Winnipeg Comedy Festival

Dan Quinn

Winner of Canadian Competition at Just for Laughs

Opened for Rob Schneider, Russell Peters

Best of Fest Moncton Comedy Festival

TV Special on Check TV, Comedy Network

Paul Myrehaug

CBC’s the Debaters

$25,000 Great Canadian Laugh off winner

Just For Laughs, Comedy Now on CTV

Every few millennia, a comic emerges, born from the cosmic soup of fate and time, jostled by the gales of change onto the unpredictable shores of comedic brilliance. This is a man who embodies pluck and wit, lighthearted yet encumbered, and a naivete that somehow remains endearing.  As Derek says:  In the grand contest of life, he stands proudly as a bona fide "participant."

Well ... truth be told, there’s a lot more to it than that.  From Vegas to St. John's, this Just For Laughs veteran is universally considered to be among the comic elite. Certainly his peers think so, as evidenced by the fact that he's a four-time nominee, and winner of Best Standup Comic - Canadian Comedy Awards, as well as a multiple Gemini nominee for Best Performance in a Comedy. As Rick Mercer says, "Everyone knows Derek is the funniest man in Canada."

Clearly the critics agree: "5 STARS - the funniest man on earth" - Winnipeg Free Press; "4 STARS - the crowd howled" - Victoria Times Colonist; "still the funniest man in Canada" - Toronto Sun; "Edwards reigns as the King of Canadian comedy" - Charlottetown Guardian; "Derek Edwards is hysterical" - Calgary Sun; "Edwards takes stand-up to next stage" - Georgia Straight; "the epitome of timing & storytelling" - Halifax Chronicle Herald; "the comedian's comedian" - London Free Press.

So come on out and join Derek for his latest show, Oxy Moron, as it makes its way across Canada. Expect a night of perceptive guesswork and charmingly misguided jabs from a cherished performer. Enjoy some hearty laughs, a sprinkling of wisdom, and the pleasure of mingling with fellow humans. It's a triple win!

“A superb night out. Highly recommended!” Scenestr

"One of Netflix is a Joke Fest’s funniest shows” - LA Times

Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. His shows draw on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a mildly confused immigrant. His new show Shelp Help mixes comedy and reading recommendations because that's the kind of wild kinky stuff David is into.

David is the winner of the prestigious annual San Francisco Comedy Competition, (previous finalists include Robin Williams, Ellen DeGeneres and Dana Carvey) and runner-up in the Moth’s largest US Grandslam storytelling competition. Also a bestselling writer, David recorded his debut special Documented for Dry Bar Comedy in 2019, and his follow up Cultural Appreciation in 2023. He has been featured on TED.com, Sirius XM, Just For Laughs, Netflix is a Joke Festival, The Irish Independent, Inc, NPR, and the Huffington Post among others. A festival favourite, David's videos have also gone viral many times over with over 500 million views and a social following of over 2 million people. More info: davidnihill.com

Join comedian Susan Stewart for a night of laughs and inspiration! After enduring a mental health crisis in 2023, Susan is sharing her story to reduce stigma, normalize experiences such as depression and anxiety, and help people see the humour in their struggles.

Susan is also a speaker and author of 3 books including her latest title, You Gotta Laugh: Wisdom About Not Taking Life (Or Yourself) Too Seriously. Susan's podcast, Still A Hot Mess, and comedy album, Relentless, are available on iTunes and Spotify. You can learn more about Susan at susanstewart.ca.

"Canada's Top Comic"...Sirius XM

"Undeniably, One of Canada's Hottest Comedians"... CBC

Derek Seguin is one of the most sought after stand-up comedians on the international circuit. He has performed at the prestigious invitation-only Just for Laughs festival an impressive 11 times as well as appearing numerous times at every other major festival in the country, making several television appearances along the way.

At a past Just for Laughs festival, GQ Magazine's Comedy Editor reported about JFL that: "Montreal-comic Derek Sequin stole one of the most star-studded gala shows last year from host Whitney Cummings. This year, he appeared in The Nasty Show and proceeded to steal that too. A true star and Montreal's pride and joy."

The Montreal Gazette enthused that: "Derek Sequin earned a standing ovation for his set during the ninth Just for Laughs gala...had me gasping for air, I was laughing so hard at the detailing of his second date with his Newfoundland girlfriend...What made it great, however, was not the boldness of his material but that he described it all in such childlike wonder. Brilliant." He has also appeared on CBC Radio's "The Debaters" more than forty times and is one of the show's fan favourites. Undeniably one of Canada's hottest comedians, he fittingly walked away with the top prize of Sirius XM's Canada Top Comic competition a few years ago; a contest that spanned the entire country with finalists from every major city.

In March 2021, it was announced that Derek's latest album, PanDerek - 1st Wave had been nominated for a Juno award. Yet another milestone in an illustrious and hilarious career. Whether he's ragging on politics or describing life with his children, he brings us into his perspective without preaching any selfish point of view. His undeniable charm makes him simply fun to watch and listen to and is in large part why he is one of Canada's most "in demand" comedians. The quintessential performer, Derek is a stand-up comedian, actor, host, narrator, voice actor and most importantly, father of 3 beautiful children...and all this, in both English and French (especially the "papa" part). A consummate professional, Derek is at home on stage in a comedy club, conference centre, theatre, arena, school or arts centre. He tailors his sets for all audiences and can work clean or filthy. There is no evening that won't be livened up by the addition of Derek's natural charm, honed comedic genius and warm, witty banter.

After eight weeks of fierce competition, jaw-dropping punchlines and unforgettable performances, London's Next Best Comic has arrived for the grand finale! Starting with 80 hopeful comedians, we have whittled it down to the final 10, each bringing their unique flavour of humour to the stage. This is the comedy showdown of the year, one you absolutely can't miss!

The top five (5) comics will be selected to perform in the Festival in our club show series.

First place will receive $500 and the opportunity to open on Saturday night for K. Trevor Wilson at Centennial Hall!

Hosted by Mitch VK.