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By: Carmen Borthwick
Russell Peters has taken on the world with his satirical take on stereotypes since first arriving on the comedy scene in 1989. As Canada's newest, rising star his global more...
How to Become a Stand-Up Comedian
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By: Joe Elvin
A guide for budding comics who are thinking of getting on stage for the first time or want to develop their career in stand-up comedy. more...
Cockatoo Island Comedy Festival a World First
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By: Amanda Woods
Some of the biggest names in the comedy world will join up and coming stand ups from around Australia in the first annual comedy festival on Sydney's Cockatoo Island. more...
Terry Fator Plays the Mirage in Las Vegas
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By: JoAnn Sardo
Known for glamor, glitz and gambling, Las Vegas plays host to the top performers in the world. Well on his way there is Terry Fator and his cast of lovable characters. more...
Swear Words as a Tool for Comedians
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By: Adrian Peel
Some say that those who swear have a poor vocabularly and that swearing is unnecessary. But there are arguably times, especially in comedy, when no other word will do. more...
Lewis Black's Dual Citizenship Tour
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By: Natalie Bauer
Lewis Black entertains an empathetic crowd in Calgary with his blend of irritated rants and angry outbursts. more...
Christopher Titus Makes Us Laugh at Divorce
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Christopher Titus recounts his divorce and new romance on his new album -- and, in doing so, reminds us that our everyday lives provide the best comedic material. more...
Larger Than Life Comedian John Pinette
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By: Natalie Bauer
Amused patrons get a second helping of John Pinette's hilarious hunger-based humor with his latest tour "I Still Say 'Nay Nay'". more...
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By: Samantha Markham
It is a truth universally acknowledged (as Jane Austen so eloquently put it) that comedy is still very much a man's world. The question is: Why? more...
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By: Samantha Markham
Taking to a comedy club stage for the first time is a petrifing experience. So, here are a few tips to help any budding stand up comedian. more...
Neil Hamburger Stand-Up Review
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By: Jason Schneider
Stand-up comic Neil Hamburger, known for his deadpan delivery of obscene question-and-answer style jokes, makes a stop in Lansing, Michigan on his winter tour. more...
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By: June Smith
An art teacher, writer, community activist and mother of two, she has enjoyed making people laugh for as long as she can remember. more...
The Méribel Altitude Festival
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Richard Lett, director of operations of the Altitude Festival, talks to Lauren Rose-Smith about skiing, comedy and the good life, more...
Characteristics of a Solid Improviser
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By: David Armstrong
Progressing from an amateur to an advanced improvisational comedian is a step taken internally. Realizing this list of qualities within the performer is key. more...
