Yuk Yuk's Toronto

Posted on October 29, 2024

November 1 – December 28, 2024
Yuk Yuk’s Toronto

Yuk Yuk’s is a renowned chain of comedy clubs in Canada, and Yuk Yuk’s Toronto is one of its flagship locations. It’s a beloved spot for emerging and established comedians to showcase their talent, and for audiences to enjoy laughter-filled nights out. Located in the heart of Toronto’s entertainment district, it often hosts top-notch stand-up comedy shows, drawing locals and tourists alike. Many famous Canadian comedians, like Jim Carrey, Howie Mandel, and Russell Peters, got their start performing at Yuk Yuk’s. Whether you’re looking for a night of hilarity or aspiring to try your hand at comedy, Yuk Yuk’s Toronto is worth checking out.

The Toronto location typically hosts a variety of comedy shows throughout the week, featuring both seasoned professionals and up-and-coming comedians. It’s a popular spot for locals and visitors alike who are looking for a night of laughter and entertainment. If you enjoy comedy, Yuk Yuk’s Toronto is worth checking out for a fun evening!

November and December Shows

	November 1-2, 2024 Ryan Williams Former unimpressive Canadian collegiate athlete turned comedian, Ryan Williams is one of western Canada’s most exciting comics. His energetic performances, coupled with sharp material, make him a performer not to be missed. Ryan has appeared on CBC’s The Debaters, at JFL42, JFL Northwest, was a finalist in SiriusXM’s Canada’s Top Comic and was featured on JFL Northwest’s ‘Best of the West’ compilation album.
	November 1, 2024 \| 10:30 pm December 13, 2024 \| 10:30 pm January 10, 2025 \| 10:30 pm February 7, 2025 \| 10:30 pm March 7, 2025 \| 10:30 pm Comedy All-Stars Spend your Saturday night with Toronto’s best comedians in the city’s top-rated comedy club, featuring a killer lineup of standup comics seen on Netflix, Crave, CBC, SiriusXM and more. These acts represent the crème de la crème of Canada’s world-class comedy scene, so catch them at the iconic club that launched comedy legends like Russell Peters, Jim Carrey & Norm Macdonald! Content Warning, this is an adult show, and viewer discretion is strongly advised.
	November 8-9, 2024 Kristeen Von Hagen Kristeen has had 3 Just for Laughs Gala appearances, has been seen Showtime’s Comedy Without Borders and Premium Blend on Comedy Central. Kristeen has taped two Comedy NOW! Specials for CTV. And has been on multiple episodes of The Debaters on CBC Radio and was the 2012 recipient of the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Female Comic.
	November 15 – 16, 2024 Jason John Whitehead Jason John Whitehead has been touring his fiery brand of social comedy around the world for 20 years now. He is the main tour support for Barnstorming Australian Comedian Jim Jefferies as well as a Writers Guild Award nominee for his work on The Jim Jefferies Show (Comedy Central). A welcomed regular at International Comedy Festivals and on British and Canadian TV (Live at The Comedy Store, Comedy Now). European audiences know him well from his countless appearances at The Edinburgh fringe and BBC Comedy Award.
	November 22 – 23, 2024 Adrienne Fish With a huge afro, Adrienne Fish has been making her mark on Canada’s comedy scene. Based out of Toronto, Adrienne has recorded four nationally aired TV tapings, including her most recent taping for Comedy Central at Just For Laughs. She’s appeared on CBC’s comedy show The Debaters, and was nominated for a Canadian Comedy Award. Bringing her big energy to the stage, she tours across Canada and the USA, performing at various clubs, colleges/universities, opening for household names such as Doug Stanhope and being invited to prestigious festivals such as Just For Laughs, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, Halifax Comedy Festival, Hubcap Comedy Festival, Atlanta’s Laughing Skull, and JFL42.
	November 29 – 30, 2024 Chris Robinson Chris Robinson is one of the premier comics in Canada. In 2016 he was the runner-up at the prestigious homegrown competition at Just For Laughs in Montreal. Later that year he was crowned Sirius XM’s Top Comic. A win that granted him $25,000–and a return to Just For Laughs Montreal, an appearance at JFL Northwest in Vancouver and his solo show at JFL42 in 2017. Chris is a working actor on Netflix, Amazon, CMT, and various TV and internet commercials. Now Magazine has described him as having “charisma and raw talent to burn.” Catch this rising star live and you will not be disappointed.
	December 6 – 7, 2204 Michael Gelbart With appearances on CBS’ The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson, the new TV series Comedy.tv, performing in sold-out clubs and theatres, and two of his own prime-time stand-up comedy specials, comedian/screenwriter and novelist Michael Gelbart is truly someone to watch for. He has a nonchalant, audience-friendly approach, meshing ad-libs with material that is completely unique. His debut novel “The Other Oprahs” is rapidly gaining momentum and has been called “hilariously inspiring.”
	December 8 2204 Sean Collins Starting his esteemed comedy career in Canada, Sean Collins quickly rose to fame, earning a Best Male Stand-Up nomination at the Canadian Comedy Awards, a spot on the Just For Laughs Gala, and his own hour-long special on Canadian TV. After relocating to the UK, Sean became a staple on the comedy scene, appearing on hit shows like Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC One), The World Stands Up (Comedy Central), and The Comedy Store (Paramount Comedy).
	December 13-14, 2204 Bobby Knauff Originally from Thunder Bay, Bobby Knauff moved to Toronto in 2006 to pursue comedy. He attended the Humber School of Comedy where he received the Brian Linehan Award for artistic promise. Bobby has performed on The Fresh Meat Showcase at The Second City, NXNE Music & Comedy Fest, JFL42, was a semi-finalist in SiriusXM Canada’s Next Top Comic (2013), won the 2012 Toronto Comedy Brawl, has had numerous appearances on Much Music and MTV Canada and has toured across Canada headlining with Yuk Yuks.
	December 20-21, 2204 Darren Frost XXX RATED! Darren Frost thrives on hyper-driving criticisms, dark revelation and lunacy. His ability to command the undivided attention of an audience is remarkable. He is currently touring celebrating the release of his 6th official comedy release RankNVile recorded live in October 2018. He is the only comedian in Canada to independently release four full length standup comedy DVD’s and 2 CD’s, all of which are available in his comedy box set The Darkness Within: 25 hours of Uncensored Comedy .
	December 27-28, 2204 Alex Pavone The high-energy, take-no-prisoners, comedy of Alex Pavone is not to be missed. A super-honest storyteller, Alex uses his Italian background and colourful acquaintances to weave a laugh-filled web of comic excitement. Born and raised in Woodbridge, Ontario, Pavone has been making crowds laugh since 2007. Alex has been featured on CBC, MuchMusic and SiriusXM radio.