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I was Nobody to Everybody. So I Became a Comedian.

In North America, I’m Asian. In Asia, I’m North American. On stage, I am human. I immigrated to Canada from Taiwan at the age of 10 on November 10th, 1994. That very first night, my brother and I slep... Read More...

2019 JFL42 Review: Byron Bowers

"There's a thin line that separates laughter and pain, comedy and tragedy, humour and hurt." -- Erma Bombeck Byron Bowers playfully back-peddles onto the stage with his brilliant smile. He starts his set exac... Read More...

2019 JFL Review: Eric Andre

Don't call him Eric Andre, that's his father's name*. He is Eric "Muthaf'ck'n" Andre to his fans. When I took my unsuspecting guest to see Eric Andre, she knew nothing about him. Some would say this is cru... Read More...

2019 JFL42 Review: Jay Pharoah & AJ Foster

Jay Pharoah There is strength in knowing what your strengths are. Some comedians know this, some don't. The difference could be the thin line between success and failure. Jay Pharoah is aware of his strengt... Read More...

JFL42 Interview: Toronto, Todd Barry Is In You

Here we are, JFL42 time again. A whole half-month dedicated to wiping the tears that were generated by the powerful wave of dramatic motion pictures that infected our psyches throughout the Toronto Internation... Read More...

Toronto Stylist, Chris Morgan, Making Power Moves

Some people are born with the Midas Touch. The chosen few are looked to for what's next, what's fresh, what's hot, what's in. You don't just get that privilege. You have to earn it. You have to pay your due... Read More...

Concert Review: Kathy Griffin: Laugh Your Head Off in Toronto on May 25, 2018

So, I got lucky (or did I?). I say that because the good news was that my cousin couldn't go to a show with her husband and friends on account of a new baby and they were offering me her ticket. The bad news ... Read More...

JFL42 Review: Jay Pharoah Knows His Strengths

Rich Little (for those 40 and under) is one of the best impressionists alive. He is still, at 78, enjoying a long career because of his mastery. I have not seen anyone as good at this form of entertainment,... Read More...

JFL42 Review: Jenny Slate Has Strong Feelings About Horses

When someone tells you they're not "weird or anything," it's usually right before they tell you something weird about themselves. With some people, that can be a darn-right pretentious habit -- pre-warning som... Read More...

JFL42 IS COMING!!!!!!! GOT YOUR TIX?!!!

So you missed Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. You and your crew couldn't get your act together for the Toronto International Film Festival. You've realized that it's September and almost time for... Read More...

Reviews: Shawna Virago, King Ropes

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

A World Asleep But Me is on at BAND from July 2nd – September 27th

Mommy, it's over....Again!

Wendy Stuart Kaplan: “Pandemic Chef of the Century”

A Canadian Online Comedy Festival

I was Nobody to Everybody. So I Became a Comedian.

Waithe & Matsoukas create urban legends in "Queen & Slim"

Sherry Nelson: The Queen of Canada

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

I was Nobody to Everybody. So I Became a Comedian.

Toronto Stylist, Chris Morgan, Making Power Moves

JFL42 Review: Jay Pharoah Knows His Strengths

JFL42 Review: Jenny Slate Has Strong Feelings About Horses

JFL42 IS COMING!!!!!!! GOT YOUR TIX?!!!

Sherry Nelson: The Queen of Canada

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Smoke Culture – Not All Waterpipes and Rigs Are Created Equal

Actor Spotlight – Steven P. Hamm

Wendy Stuart Kaplan: “Pandemic Chef of the Century”

Sherry Nelson: The Queen of Canada

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Black World History – by D.bé Jayri

Smoke Culture – Not All Waterpipes and Rigs Are Created Equal

Actor Spotlight – Steven P. Hamm

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