Sad that Montreal Jazzfest is coming to close? Not to worry! Festival fun in Montreal only gets better with the Just For Laughs Festival. This event has become legendary not only for Montreal, but all over the globe. Hundreds of comedians and performers line up for the chance to have a spot at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival and it only gets better each year. The 2016 line-up is filled with returning favourites, comedy veterans, and fresh faces to the scene. It’s hard to pick just one show and you may want to see as many as you can. Because really, is there such a thing of too much laughter? The 2016 Just For Laughs Festival will be going down from July 13th to August 1st. Check out their website to see the star studded line-up and get your tickets and passes now!
The Ethnic Show
When: July 13th-28th
Where: Club Soda
How much: $43.33-$60.49 (buy tickets)
Known For: A must see show at Just For Laughs hosted by Montreal’s own Rashid Badhouri. This year’s line-up of talents include : Dom Irrera, Godfrey, Gina Brillon, Yannis Pappas, Jessica Kirson, and Nemr.
The Nasty Show
When: July 20th-30th
Where: Metropolis
How much: $42.80-$60.23 (buy tickets)
Known For: Another huge staple at Just For Laughs that’s not for the faint at heart! This year’s Nasty Show will be hosted by Mike Ward and will feature hilarious performances by: Bobby Slayton, Brad William, Tiffany Haddish, Ralphie May, and Thomas Dale.
An Evening With the Cast of Veep
When: July 27th
Where: Maison Symphonique
How much: $33.89-$69.90 (buy tickets)
Known For: You know her as Elaine from Seinfeld (and have probably tried to re-enact her famous dance). Julia Louis-Dreyfus brings her award-winning political comedy series Veep live on the Just For Laughs stage along with her co-stars Tony Hale, Timothy Simons, and David Mandel.
Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Network Pitch Panel
When: July 28th
Where: Hyatt Regency Montreal, Grand Salon Opera
How much: $26.09 (buy tickets)
Known For: His sold out show at last year’s festival and successful films like Ride Along, Think Like A Man, and the Wedding Ringer, as well as a recurring role on the series Real Husbands of Hollywood.
Nathan Lane Showstopper Gala
When: July 28th
Where: Salle Wilfred Pelletier
How much: $33.89-$100.51 (buy tickets)
Known For: Memorable comedic performances in The Birdcage, The Producers, and The Lion King, and a dramatic turn in The People Versus OJ Simpson. Whether it’s on stage or on screen, Nathan Lane continues to prove that he’s a versatile talent.
Howie Mandel Gala
When: July 29th
Where: Salle Wilfred Pelletier
How much: $38.38- $109.31 (buy tickets)
Known For: Host of the game show Deal or No Deal and a judge on America’s Got Talent. After a successful 2015 gala, Mandel returns this year with special guest Russell Peters. A double comedy treat in one show!
Sarah Silverman
When: July 30th
Where: Maison Symphonique
How much: $44.69- $73.50 (buy tickets)
Known For: Two-time Emmy-Award winning actress, comedian, writer, and author who’s not afraid to push the envelope. Silverman has appeared in many films, television shows, and her own HBO specials.
Russell Peters Gala
When: July 30th
Where: Salle Wilfred Pelletier
How much: $55.50-$109.31 (buy tickets)
Known For: A Canadian comedy legend! Peters has sold out countless shows here in Montreal thanks to his unique brand of comedy. He’s also appeared on the big-screen in the films New Year’s Eve and The Jungle Book. Joining him for this year’s gala are the hilarious Jimmy Carr, Russell Kane, and Roy Woods Jr.
Carrie Fisher Comedy Gala
When: July 31st
Where: Salle Wilfred Pelletier
How much: $33.89- $100.51 (buy tickets)
Known For: Playing Princess Leia in the Star Wars film franchise (who could forget that gold bikini). Fisher has also appeared in numerous films such as When Harry Met Sally and has headlined her own award nominated HBO special Wishful Drinking.
P.K. Subban’s All-Star Comedy Gala
When: August 1st
Where: Salle Wilfred Pelletier
How much: $64.95-$141.47 (buy tickets)
Known For: With his brilliance on the ice and his ongoing charitable nature, P.K. Subban will be showcasing his talents off the hockey rink with his comedy gala. He has a comedy filled line-up! Funds for this show will be going to the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation proving that, laughter really is the best medicine.
