Toronto Sketch Comedy shows with acclaimed comics are coming to the El Mocambo
TORONTO, ON (May 3, 2022) – Make the El Mo-st of your spring! Toronto Sketch Comedy is .hosting live shows with acclaimed comics at the historic El Mocambo. Local comedy producers at Toronto Sketch Comedy are now hosting comedy shows at the famed live music and entertainment venue, the newly renovated El Mocambo. First opened in 1948, The El Mocambo is thrilled to welcome the return of live comedy to the historic venue.
“Toronto Sketch Comedy has partnered with The El Mocambo to host live improv, sketch and stand-up comedy shows,” says Toronto Sketch Comedy Producer Taylor Hreljac. “We want to make people laugh. This is an important time for local comedy as Torontonians and visitors attend more live shows and enjoy our city’s arts and culture.”
Three exciting shows are currently on the docket, featuring prominent and emerging Toronto comics, including those seen on CBC, CBC Gem, Second City Mainstage, Just for Laughs, YukYuk’s, SiriusXM Radio and This Hour Has 22 Minutes.
“A lot of people are unfamiliar with The El Mocambo’s history with comedy,” said Michael Wekerle, Owner, The El Mocambo. “Although music has been the backbone of what we do, the team had a very clear vision that the intimate setting of the venue would lend itself nicely to live comedy and comedy events. We are so thrilled to partner with Toronto Sketch Comedy to bring the laughter back to our beloved venue and the city of Toronto.”
The following live comedy shows are coming up at The El Mocambo.
May 10 at 8 pm | Gag Reflex
Gag Reflex is Toronto’s newest comedy variety show, where Toronto Sketch Comedy brings you the funniest improv, sketch and stand-up acts from across the city. Gear up for music, jokes, and everything in between. This month’s lineup features stand-up comic and actor Rachel Manson (What we Do in the Shadows), Joy Provision (TOSKETCHFEST), and the Nose Bros (World’s Biggest Improv Tournament). Click here to purchase a ticket.
May 30 at 8 pm | The Actor’s Nightmare
The Actor’s Nightmare is a partially improvised variety show, featuring Toronto’s finest emerging actors, improvisers and comedians. An actor reads from a well-known film and TV scene script, paired with an improviser who has no prior knowledge of the scene…and hilarity ensues. Anything can happen – truly an actor’s nightmare! Notable cast members include Nicole Passmore, Paloma Nuñez, Nadine Djoury, Sharjil Rasool, and Andrew Bushell. Don’t miss karaoke right after the show. Click here to purchase a ticket.
May 17 at 8 pm | Tickle Me Tuesdays at The El Mo
Have a seat, grab a drink, and get your stand up fix on the funniest night of the month, with comics seen on Just for Laughs, YukYuk’s, SiriusXM Radio and This Hour Has 22 Minutes. At Tickle Me Tuesdays, the city’s finest pro comics come together and take the mic. This month features headliner Andrew Barr and host Stacey McGunnigle. Don’t miss an open mic for emerging comics after the show. Click here to purchase a ticket.
About Toronto Sketch Comedy
The team at Toronto Sketch Comedy (TSC) showcases comedy from all over Toronto, hosting events to support and highlight the local comedy scene and provide opportunities for performance artists. TSC is a collective of comedians coming together for one common goal: to make people laugh. Click here to learn about TSC.
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