MAY 4 & 5 Everyone’s favourite observational humourist, Jerry Seinfeld, brings his trademark brand of stand-up to Toronto as part of his Just For Laughs tour. Though far removed from his namesake sitcom, the New York-based funnyman remains a major draw—comedy fans have four opportunities to see Seinfeld poke fun at the little things in life. Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 7 and 9:30 p.m., $66 to $100; call 855-985-5000 or navigate here to purchase tickets.
WHAT A RIOT
See funnyman Danny Bhoy during the Just For Laughs Comedy Tour 2009
You’ll be in stitches when the Just For Laughs Comedy Tour 2009 chuckles its way into The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts (Nov. 14). Jokesters from Canada, the United States and Scotland—including festival favourite Pete Correale and side-splittingly funny Scot Danny Bhoy (pictured)—will have you grinning like a Cheshire cat with their comedy. We dare you to keep a straight face.—Kristina Urquhart
Toronto hosts music, theatre and funnymen this weekend!
Friday: Catch God Made Me Funky at the Beaches International Jazz Festival
Friday, July 17
Experience the energy of soulful ensemble God Made Me Funky at the Beaches International Jazz Festival.
Savour the spice of Southern Accent with its Summerlicious prix fixe menu—your choice of mains includes Bourbon Street blackened chicken, Louisiana catfish or Creole jambalaya.
Saturday: Share a chuckle with John Cleese
Saturday, July 18
Indulge in some regal relaxation at Truefitt and Hill, barbers to British royalty since 1805, where a hot-towel shave and stress-relief massage are among the traditional treatments offered to dapper gents.
Witness iconic English comedian John Cleese as he cracks wise at Massey Hall during the Just for Laughs Festival.
Sunday: Make The Sound of Music one of your favourite things.
Sunday, July 19
Fall in love with the Von Trapp family all over again: The Sound of Music has a matinee performance at the Princess of Wales Theatre.
Head to the Harbourfront Centre for food, music and lucha libre wrestlers (!) on the final day of Mexico, Beyond Your Expectations, part of Harbourfront’s ongoing World Routes programming.
Legendary British funnyman John Cleese.
July 15 to 19 The Montreal-based comedy spectacular Just For Laughs heads west for a giggle-inducing string of stand up shows. Monty Python’s John Cleese and Emmy Award–winning actress Sarah Silverman provoke jaw-dropping guffaws when they host separate galas on July 17 and 18 respectively, while Toronto’s favourite ad-libber Colin Mochrie (Whose Line is it Anyway?) guarantees laughs in an improv show with former co-star Brad Sherwood from July 16 to 18. Other stellar comics on the bill include Canadian funnyman Jeremy Hotz and Scottish sensation Danny Bhoy. Various venues, $22 to $120; call 416-872-4255 or visit Ticketmaster to charge.
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