Featured Comedians in Montreal
Joel Slavik
Joel Slavik is a Canadian stand up comedian and writer currently based in Montreal Quebec. He is a former collegiate football player who nobody talked out of pursuing comedy after graduation (somehow). He was hired as a “Man on the street” correspondent for the NYC based popular sports-comedy website “The Game Day” to cover the 2022 Montreal Grand Prix and NHL draft. He has opened for Sugar Sammy in theatres all across Canada and has performed at world famous clubs such as The Comic Strip, Stand Up NY and St. Marks Comedy Club in New York City.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised stand-up comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into unforgettable comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces local shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.
Comedians Of Montreal
Youssef Ibrahim
Youssef is a high-energy stand-up comedian based in Montreal who brings an electric presence to every stage he steps on. Easily one of the most energetic comics in the city, he thrives on momentum, keeping crowds fully engaged from the first laugh to the last. As a seasoned host of large comedy shows, Youssef has developed a reputation for expertly controlling a room, reading audiences in real time, and keeping the energy soaring between acts. A devoted family man and father, Youssef draws heavily from real life, delivering material that resonates with parents navigating modern chaos, healthcare workers grinding through demanding schedules, and professionals in technology and finance trying to balance ambition with everyday absurdity. His comedy blends sharp observations, quick punchlines, and vivid storytelling, all rooted in experiences audiences instantly recognize. Whether he’s commanding a packed room as a host or delivering a tight stand-up set, Youssef’s style is confident, relatable, and relentlessly entertaining, making him a standout voice in Montreal’s comedy scene.
James Mancini
James boom boom Mancini is a former professional MMA fighter turned stand-up comedian who discovered that getting punched in the face was slightly less painful than performing to a silent crowd… but only slightly. After years in the fight game, James traded the cage for the stage and has spent the last five years building a reputation as one of the most energetic comics working today. His comedy blends the intensity of a fighter with the chaos of someone who has clearly taken a few hits to the head — in the best possible way. Expect high-energy storytelling, sharp observations, and brutally honest takes on life, relationships, and the strange transition from throwing punches to throwing punchlines. James has performed in major comedy clubs across Canada, bringing his fast-paced style and unpredictable crowd work to audiences from coast to coast. His stage presence reflects his background: disciplined, explosive, and impossible to ignore once the lights come on. He has also appeared at comedy festivals in the United States, including festivals in New Orleans and Fort Wayne, where he introduced American audiences to his unique mix of fighter mentality and comedic self-deprecation. Whether he’s talking about the absurdity of professional fighting, the realities of chasing dreams as an adult, or the strange characters he’s met along the way, James delivers every story like it’s the final round.
Comedians Of Montreal
Joanna Selvarajah
Joanna is your friendly neighbourhood comic who began her journey in 2022. She’s completed classes with the Second City, PACK Theatre and UCB and is a Just For Laughs recording artist! Joanna has opened for notable comics from Rachid Badouri to Sindhu Vee and performs in as many clubs that would have her. A child of conservative, religious refugees, she’s turned her insecurities into jokes and her jokes into more insecurities! With a unique outlook on life, Joanna is determined to use her upbringing to connect with people through laughter.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised stand-up comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into unforgettable comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces local shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.
Comedians Of Montreal
Youssef Ibrahim
Youssef is a high-energy stand-up comedian based in Montreal who brings an electric presence to every stage he steps on. Easily one of the most energetic comics in the city, he thrives on momentum, keeping crowds fully engaged from the first laugh to the last. As a seasoned host of large comedy shows, Youssef has developed a reputation for expertly controlling a room, reading audiences in real time, and keeping the energy soaring between acts. A devoted family man and father, Youssef draws heavily from real life, delivering material that resonates with parents navigating modern chaos, healthcare workers grinding through demanding schedules, and professionals in technology and finance trying to balance ambition with everyday absurdity. His comedy blends sharp observations, quick punchlines, and vivid storytelling, all rooted in experiences audiences instantly recognize. Whether he’s commanding a packed room as a host or delivering a tight stand-up set, Youssef’s style is confident, relatable, and relentlessly entertaining, making him a standout voice in Montreal’s comedy scene.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised stand-up comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into unforgettable comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces local shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.
Comedians Of Montreal
Youssef Ibrahim
Youssef is a high-energy stand-up comedian based in Montreal who brings an electric presence to every stage he steps on. Easily one of the most energetic comics in the city, he thrives on momentum, keeping crowds fully engaged from the first laugh to the last. As a seasoned host of large comedy shows, Youssef has developed a reputation for expertly controlling a room, reading audiences in real time, and keeping the energy soaring between acts. A devoted family man and father, Youssef draws heavily from real life, delivering material that resonates with parents navigating modern chaos, healthcare workers grinding through demanding schedules, and professionals in technology and finance trying to balance ambition with everyday absurdity. His comedy blends sharp observations, quick punchlines, and vivid storytelling, all rooted in experiences audiences instantly recognize. Whether he’s commanding a packed room as a host or delivering a tight stand-up set, Youssef’s style is confident, relatable, and relentlessly entertaining, making him a standout voice in Montreal’s comedy scene.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised stand-up comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into unforgettable comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces local shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.
Comedians Of Montreal
Youssef Ibrahim
Youssef is a high-energy stand-up comedian based in Montreal who brings an electric presence to every stage he steps on. Easily one of the most energetic comics in the city, he thrives on momentum, keeping crowds fully engaged from the first laugh to the last. As a seasoned host of large comedy shows, Youssef has developed a reputation for expertly controlling a room, reading audiences in real time, and keeping the energy soaring between acts. A devoted family man and father, Youssef draws heavily from real life, delivering material that resonates with parents navigating modern chaos, healthcare workers grinding through demanding schedules, and professionals in technology and finance trying to balance ambition with everyday absurdity. His comedy blends sharp observations, quick punchlines, and vivid storytelling, all rooted in experiences audiences instantly recognize. Whether he’s commanding a packed room as a host or delivering a tight stand-up set, Youssef’s style is confident, relatable, and relentlessly entertaining, making him a standout voice in Montreal’s comedy scene.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised stand-up comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into unforgettable comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces local shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.