Crooked Sword Comedy

Hey Comedy Fans! I write this post with very mixed emotions. On the one hand, this Tuesday, January 31st we have an absolutely stellar show! On the other, hand, THIS TUESDAY IS OUR LAST SHOW EVER. Crooked Sword Comedy is taking an indefinite hiatus, but not before we go out with a bang! This show will feature just three amazing performers, like one of our anniversary shows, and with these three, it's going to be the perfect way to cap off our time in KW! And for the last time, the show is at KW Boathouse, starts at 8:30pm, and is FREE!

Headlining is Crooked Sword favourite and close friend Dom Paré! Not only has Dom performed at Montreal's prestigious Just for Laughs Festival and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival, in addition to winning the Border City Comedy Fest Windsor Ontario, he also spends much of his time touring clubs and universities in the States! Dom's sharp wit, hilarious stories, and ability to have the crowd dangling on his every words is just some of what makes him so amazing! Dom is so much a part of Crooked Sword Comedy, having headlined our One-Year Anniversary Show as well as our first show at The Boathouse. There is nobody better in the world to put the finishing touches on this last one.

Hosting is the brilliant Martha E. Chaves! Originally from Nicaragua, Martha has over 20 years become one of Canada's most successful comedians, performing all over the world to sold-out audiences! This all in addition to numerous festivals, and acting in movies with Chris Rock and Denzel Washington! Martha is not only an incredibly fun presence on stage, transitioning seamlessly between every subject under the sun, but her ability to make politics both funny and accessible to everyone is something you need to see to believe!

And featuring is Latino spitfire Marito Antonio Lopez! Originally from Alberta via El Salvador, Marito has made a name for himself as an incredibly versatile, high-energy comedian who brings the entire room into his performance! Drawing from his love of Hip-Hop, Marito takes the audience on a journey with his words, with big highs full of hilarity, and lulls just long enough for you to catch your breath before he has you falling out of your chair with tears of laughter in your eyes.

This may be the last post I write, and if you're still reading, I would just like to say what an honour and pleasure it's been to bring live comedy to Kitchener-Waterloo for almost three years. The support for the art form and love for the comedians has been nothing short of wonderful, and once again comedy thrives in this area. I'm so happy to have just been a small part of that. Thank you all.

Sohail Chatur
Executive Producer
Crooked Sword Comedy

Hello Comedy Fans! We are back at KW Boathouse this Tuesday, Jan 17 with another awesome lineup, and as always, the show starts at 8:30pm, and is FREE! Laughter is the best way to forget about the dreary weather, so come on out!

Returning to headline this week is the fantastic Christophe Davidson! Christophe is a Yuk Yuk’s headliner whose instantly likeable personality has made him an international hit! Christophe has performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Just for Laughs, and JFL42, among many others. Performing all over the world has helped Christophe develop a universally accessible style, tackling everything from observations of dating and relationships through broad social issues. What remains constant is his ability to make the audience howl with laughter!

And hosting is the very funny Moe Ismail, a staple at Toronto's historic Nubian Disciples show! Moe just recorded his debut album, and we can't wait to see him on our stage! He'll be joined by the wonderful Rachelle Yvonne Lauzon, Marc Hallworth, and Jacob Balshin! See you all on Tuesday!