Comedians

Born in Montreal, raised in Toronto, and residing in Vancouver, Aaron has lived an authentic Canadian life. His upbringing and experiences shape his sharp, self-deprecating humor. Aaron performs nationwide, with credits including JFL Vancouver. Passionate about traveling, poker, and the Montreal Canadiens, he also founded Jokers Canada, a traveling comedy club, in 2021. Catch Aaron hosting the PNW LOL Showdown (Galaxie Public House: Thur. Sept 19, 8pm).

Darwin Barcellano was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This Filipino funnyman doesn’t just tell jokes; he spins tales about his roots, surviving the 80s, and navigating family life with a disability. He’s performed at Yuk Yuk’s and at comedy clubs throughout the country where he shared stages with legends like Rex Navarrette, Jeff Leeson, Ron Josol, and the one and only Jo Koy. Catch Darwin performing on the Deadbeat Dads show (Beecher Place: Thurs. Sept 19, 8pm).

Ellen Bradley-Cheung has always loved comedy, whether it’s stand-up or sketch. Performing her first stand-up at 50, she has since graced stages from Yuk Yuk’s Surrey to Yuk Yuk’s Halifax, as well as throughout the Lower Mainland. She is a facilitator and performer with Hilarapy, merging laughter with therapy, and is a TEDx Solon speaker. Catch Ellen hosting the Hilarapy Showcase (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 7pm).

Originally from Halifax, Alex Carr is best known as Sonic 104.9FM’s morning radio show DJ. Carr brings a wealth of life experience to the stage, having worked as a fast-food employee, bellman, used car salesman, landlord, and even sold cable door-to-door in Detroit’s toughest neighborhoods. Carr headlines venues nationwide, mixing real-life stories, current events, and fast-paced audience interactions. Catch Alex hosting the White Rock Roars show (Oceana PARC Playhouse:  Sat. Sept 21, 7pm).

Graham Clark, a 3-time Canadian Comedy Award winner and Head Writer for The Debaters, is a pillar of the Canadian comedy scene. A “national treasure” according to CBC and one of National Post’s “Eight Extraordinary Canadians,” Graham combines classic comedy with a unique perspective. A festival favorite, he has performed at Just for Laughs, won “Best Headlining Comic” at JFL NorthWest, and toured with award-winning shows like Graham Clark Reads the Phonebook. Catch Graham headlining the Ocean Park Laughs show (Ocean Park Hall: Sat, Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Charlie Demers is a dynamic Canadian comedian and writer with credits including CBC’s The Debaters, WTF with Marc Maron, CTV Comedy and his Juno-nominated album Fatherland. He has performed at the Halifax Comedy Festival, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, and major events like Just For Laughs in Vancouver and Montreal. He is the voice of Walter from the Netflix original animated series Beat Bugs. Catch Charlie headlining the White Rock Wit show (Oceana PARC Playhouse: Fri. Sept 20, 7pm).

Brett Emerson, a Wisconsin native, has been a music journalist, special ed teacher, and punk band singer. A fixture in Bellingham’s comedy scene for the past decade, he competed in the 2022 Seattle International Comedy Competition and he’s currently finishing up his podcast Karate Tolstoy. His comedy style is black as night and surreal as a unicorn working retail. Catch Brett performing on the Comedy Café show (Leon’s Cafe: Sat. Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Jon Endo has made appearances on Just For Laughs Vancouver and Comedy Here Often Shorts. Being of mixed Asian heritage, born in Canada, Jon likes to poke fun at the hypocrisies of life, his past experiences with family and friends, current events, and everything in between. Delicate like a desert rose, but raw like when your parents met, Jon loves to tell it as it is.Bio coming soon! Stay tuned for more information about this exciting performer. Catch Jon performing at the Double Take Comedy show (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 9:30pm).

Jirair Garabedian is a seasoned comedian known for his sharp wit and unique style. He has performed at Yuk Yuk’s, House of Comedy, and at the Just For Laughs Vancouver festival. Popular in Surrey/White Rock, Jirair has collaborated with Ari Shaffir and Steve Simeone, and his animation work is featured on Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime. Catch Jirair performing with Headliner Jane Stanton on the Crescent Beach Comedy show (Beecher Place: Fri.Sept.20

Hailed by Brielle Magazine as “The Baby-Faced Assassin,” Chris Gaskin is well nown for commanding audiences’ attention with his innocent looks, and sharp tongue. Since starting stand-up, Gaskin has been a finalist in the national comedy competition “Stand Up & Bite Me” on Bite TV, featured on SiriusXM and won the Champion of Champions Comedy Competition. He’s worked with some of the biggest names in comedy including: Emo Philips, Godfrey, and T.J. Miller. Catch Chris performing on the White Rock Roars show (Oceana PARC Playhouse: Sat. Sept. 21, 7pm).

Nancy has performed stand-up across Canada, drawing from her immigrant background and experiences as a single mom. She co-produces Twins Comedy Productions and has been featured at Just for Laughs Vancouver’s “Best of the West” and Cellar Comedy. Nancy has appeared on Crave, CTV’s Cross Country Cake Off, and NBC’s The Irrational. Catch Nancy hosting the Ocean Park Laughs show (Ocean Park Hall: Sat. Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Known as the “Mayor of Nanaimo” among comedians nationwide, Peter Hudson is a cornerstone of Vancouver Island’s comedy scene. He’s entertained audiences across Western Canada with sharp wit and hilarious takes on life. He’s also performed at Just For Laughs Vancouver, Nanaimo Fringe, Rifflandia and was the 2016 Yuk Yuk’s Victoria Yuk Off winner. Catch Peter co-headlining the Deadbeat Dads show (Beecher Place: Thurs, Sept 19, 8pm)

A White Rock local that has been doing comedy for over years, drawing from his experience as a 1st generation Canadian and a self-proclaimed “reformed partier”. Catch Jaaron performing at the Double Take Comedy show (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 9:30pm). 

Hailing from Saskatoon, Anjelene Mittelholtz is a rising stand-up comedian known for her sharp wit and relatable humour. She has performed all over Western Canada. With a background in acting, she brings a versatile and engaging presence to the stage, captivating audiences with her sharp humour and charismatic performances. Catch Anjelene hosting the Comedy Café show (Leon’s Cafe: Sat. Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Introducing Ray Morrison, master of uncomfortably comfortable comedy with a twist of senior angst. His comedy career began when his wife urged him to “Get a hobby!” In 2017, he won Vancouver’s “One Hitter Quitter” competition, besting 130 competitors. Known for clean, relatable humor, Ray performs at top clubs like Yuk Yuk’s across the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Catch Ray performing on the Crescent Beach Comedy show (Beecher Place: Fri.Sept.20 7pm) with Headliner Jane Stanton.

Justin Nichol is a B.C. Based comic who has been touring the country and opening for some of the biggest names in comedy including John Cleese, Marc Maron and Bryan Callan just to name a few. He did the JFL Northwest Comedy fest opening for Tim Dillon at House of Comedy and is the creator of Justin Nichol’s Comedy Brawl. His comedy Album My Happy, Angry Dadness drops in October 2024. Catch Justin headlining the PNW LOL Showdown (Galaxie Public House: Thurs. Sept 19, 8pm).

Denene has always embraced the power of laughter and humour in her life. By sharing her personal journey through comedy, she has healed and discovered joy while connecting with others. As a storyteller, Denene uses wit and authenticity to engage her audience, highlighting the importance of finding light in challenging times. She aims to uplift and entertain, fostering a sense of community through shared laughter.  Catch Denene performing at the Hilarapy Showcase (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 7pm).

White Rock resident Lisa Person, known for her quiet demeanor offstage, brings a twisted, quirky perspective on sexuality, dating, and aging to her performances. Since starting in 2013 at age 53, she has performed at clubs, casinos, and theatres, and competed in Roast Battle Vancouver. Lisa has appeared at Just For Laughs Vancouver, Yuk Yuk’s on Tour, I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff!, and Comedy Shocker. Catch Lisa performing on the Ocean Park Laughs show (Ocean Park Hall: Sat. Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Jane Stanton is a top Canadian headliner with festival appearances at Just for Laughs and the Halifax & Winnipeg . Her debut album Date Night hit #1 on iTunes, and her podcast High School Sucked reached the top 100 worldwide. Jane has acted in The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers and The Twilight Zone and toured with Tig Notaro and Michael Che. She lives in Vancouver with her dogs, Hoffman and Pancake. Catch Jane headlining the Crescent Beach Comedy show (Beecher Place: Fri.Sept.20th, 7pm).

Alex Svarez began comedy just a year ago in Abbotsford. Since then, he’s produced countless shows, hosted, and performed nationwide, quickly earning a positive reputation as a leader in the Abbotsford comedy scene. His act features irreverent observations, impressions, quick-witted crowd work, hot roasts, and unfiltered confessions about life on this crazy rock spinning through space. Catch Alex performing on the Ocean Park Laughs show (Ocean Park Hall: Sat, Sept 21, 7pm & 9:30pm).

Surrey’s Carson Thompson has performed all over Western Canada and is a regular at YukYuk’s. His material stems largely from self-deprecating and self-revealing stories that will make you feel a lot better about the embarrassing experiences you’ve had in your life. With a preference for being extremely silly and getting weird with you, his primary goal in comedy is that the audience has a wonderful experience. Catch Carson hosting the Double Take Comedy show (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 9:30pm).

Sarah is a deadpan comedian renowned for her sharp, insightful humour on recovery, loss, and addiction. Her unique style emerged after she completed the Hilarapy course in 2022, which ignited her passion for comedy. With a knack for blending dark themes with dry wit, Sarah turns life’s toughest moments into a source of laughter and reflection, earning her a devoted following and critical acclaim. Catch Sarah performing at the Hilarapy Showcase (Elgin Hall: Fri. Sept 20, 7pm).