Kick off your weekend with CB PRO students rocking the stage! Inspired by audience suggestions, these amazing ensembles will create rich, interconnected worlds of characters, themes, and games that weave together in surprising and hilarious ways! Smart, spontaneous, and completely unscripted!
Emma Willmann is a stand-up comedian, actress, and podcaster originally from Blue Hill, Maine. A comic who’s mastered chaos under control, Willmann’s vibrant presence, warmth, and unflinching honesty make her a comedian to be reckoned with. She was a part of the inaugural season of Netflix’s The Lineup, and has made memorable appearances in CW’s Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Judd Apatow’s Crashing and The Good Fight on Paramount+. Willmann has also made multiple appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and is a regular at the prestigious Comedy Cellar in New York City.
One of the best comedians in Canada does an extended set. Hosted by Adam Christie. Adam Christie is an award winning stand-up who has appeared on SCHITT'S CREEK and WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS. He is the former head writer of THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES, and a former staff writer for BARONESS VON SKETCH SHOW. Exclaim Magazine called him "One of the most compelling acts in Canada”
A Seattle native now suffering in Southern California, Dustin Nickerson is an in demand comic on the rise. In 2020, he released his debut comedy special Overwhelmed which is currently one of the highest rated specials on Amazon Prime Video. In addition, he’s been featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central and Netflix on Kevin Hart’s Hart of the City, The Late Late Show with James Corden, and is a regular on After Midnight with Taylor Tomlinson. Online, his stand-up clips and jokes have received hundreds of millions of views and his podcast, Don’t Make Me Come Back There, has over 3 million downloads and is currently on the Nateland Podcast Network. He’s also the author of How to be Married be Married to Melissa, an Amazon #1 New Release published by Harper Collins in June 2022, that is being developed as a pilot. Dustin describes himself as “the world’s most average person” but is far from it when on stage. He brings you into his life through his jokes about the struggles of parenting, marriage, and being generally annoyed by most people.
Paul Elia is an multi-viral Iraqi-Assyrian comedian and actor from Detroit, Michigan. With over 250+ million views and nearly half a million followers across platforms, Elia has emerged as one of the most compelling talents working across the stand-up, digital media, and television spaces. His debut special, Detroit Player, marked a breakout moment, drawing acclaim from outlets including Deadline and Netflix is a Joke. He is also the co-creator and host of the LowKey Comedy Show with Matt Rife, and the duo’s LowKey Comedy Special generated millions of views through widely shared digital clips. His 2nd self-produced one-hour comedy special, Good Son, is now available everywhere! Elia’s screen work includes recurring sketch appearances on Conan and roles in Lady Dynamite and Ramy. He is a series regular on #1 Happy Family USA, voicing multiple characters including standout fan favorite Uncle Ahmed, and recurs in season two of BET+’s Diarra From Detroit.
Spotlight at The Second City is a monthly series from Taylor Hreljac & Gabe Meacher celebrating the best in Toronto sketch comedy and the next generation of comedic voices. October’s show features four SOLO SKETCH artists, bringing fresh comedy to our stages! ADA NICOLLE Ada Nicolle (she/her) is a comedian and musician based in Toronto. One of the fastest-rising talents in the city, Ada has racked up millions of views on her comedic music videos (“Bags of Ice”, “Pickles Girl”) on Instagram and TikTok (@adanicklmao). RYAN SHEEDY Ryan Sheedy is a film, stage and voice actor who has appeared in shows like Murdoch Mysteries, and festivals such as Improvaganza, Toronto and Montreal Sketchfest, and Fringe Festivals across Canada. Last year’s winner of the Worlds Biggest Improv Tournament, Ryan has had the pleasure of teaching improv all over Canada, and has spent recent years shining a light on mental health through sketch comedy via his recent show STILL OBSESSED. Still Obsessed is a chaotic, heartfelt solo sketch show packed with original characters, unhinged songs, audience chaos and far too many thoughts. Like Bo Burnham, but more mentally ill. Ryan dives into the weird, funny and sometimes dark world of obsession, pop culture, intrusive thoughts and mental health. Hi, OCD. KARA AUSTRIA Kara Austria is a Filipino-Canadian comedian and recovering theatre kid based in Toronto. She is a graduate of The Second City Toronto’s Conservatory Program and appears in a monthly marquis show at Comedy Bar with musical improv troupe, RATS! Another Musical? She is also currently an understudy with Second City’s Touring Company. Kara has appeared in JFL: New Faces Toronto, Montreal Sketchfest, Toronto Sketch Fest, Ottawa Improv Festival, and The Brooklyn Comedy Collective’s Fun and Dumb Festival in New York City. Aside from comedy, Kara is a classically trained singer with the Royal Conservatory of Music, and wants everyone to know that she graduated with a History and Philosophy degree. Like and subscribe @kararuizaustria Selected Credits: Understudy in No Grownups Allowed, The Breakroom and Rudolph’s Running Wild at Second City Toronto TourCo, Helen Bechdel in Fun Home (Bowtie Productions), Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls and Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest (University of Toronto Drama Society). TAELOR LEWIS-JOSEPH Taelor Lewis-Joseph is an actor, comedian, and real person based in Toronto. She is an alum of the Canadian Film Centre’s CBC Actors Conservatory and The Second City Toronto Conservatory, and has also trained at Upright Citizens Brigade in New York. She understudied The Second City Toronto Mainstage revue Chaos Menu: Disorder Up! and has other film and television credits that you can find on IMDb if you’re a freak! Taelor can read, enjoys a nice glass of wine, and has many thoughts which occasionally turn into something that can be considered art. For Spotlight, Taelor is bringing a sketch show to the stage. What exactly is the show? Great Q! Our queen is still figuring that out. But she will be there, and something will for sure happen.
100% Real Human, the latest Second City Toronto original revue, asks: What does it mean to be human? With a fresh collection of hilarious sketches, original songs, wild new characters, and jaw-dropping unpredictable improv scenes, this show explores the hysterical human experience in a world increasingly run by machines. Written and performed by our talented all-star cast of human comedians and a real live musician, this show is a joyful antidote to the troubles of the day. Close a few tabs and come laugh with us.
Sold outServing big laughs with a lineup of Canada’s top LGBTQ comedians, be prepared for a fabulous night of Queer comedy that’s straight up hilarious! Featuring Mickey Dykeman Steve Degay Luke Witt Daphney Joseph and Bren D'Souza Hosted by Robert Watson Grab your friends (with consent) and come join the funny! *** Gay AF Comedy has been the passion project of Canadian Comedy Award winner Robert Watson since 2019, serving big laughs and amplifying comedic voices from the many intersections of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. As host and producer Robert has presented hundreds of Queer focused events in partnerships that include Just For Laughs, Pride Toronto, Departure Festival, Zoofest, Comedy Bar and countless local Pride festivals across southern Ontario. Robert’s work to uplift his community with laughter resulted in Gay AF Comedy receiving the 2025 Inspire Award for Queer Positive Business of the Year. In 2024/2025 Gay AF went national with The Gay AF Comedy Tour, which travelled to 11 cities across Canada with fabulous shows in 9 out of 10 provinces. Gay AF Comedy has been featured in CBC Arts, The Toronto Star, CP24, IN Magazine, Edmonton Journal, Winnipeg Free Press, CTV Morning Atlantic, The Social, and many others. Robert’s 2022 stand up special “Out For Laughs” can be found on OutTV and Amazon Prime. His premier album and #1 debut on the Itunes Comedy chart, 2023’s “Homo Say What?” can be heard on all major streaming platforms, along with his new EP “Mom Won’t Like This” released in August 2025.
Actor/Comedian/Writer Nick Thune’s deadpan delivery and absurdist storytelling has made him a standout in the comedy world. Originally from Seattle, Thune built his name on latenight stages, racking up ten appearances on The Tonight Show, along with spots on Conan and Late Night. He went on to tour internationally and headline major comedy festivals including Montreal’s Just for Laughs, SXSW, Bonnaroo, and Melbourne International. Thune has released three stand-up specials: Folk Hero (Netflix) and Good Guy (Amazon), and Born Young, which premiered on Nate Bargatze’s Nateland YouTube channel. His material blends sharp one-liners with personal storytelling with guitar, making him a favorite among longtime comedy fans and new audiences alike. On screen, he’s appeared in Judd Apatow’s Knocked Up, Marvel’s Venom, and cult indie Dave Made a Maze, with TV credits including HBO Max’s Love Life, Hulu’s How I Met Your Father, ABC’s Not Dead Yet, Grand Crew and voice work on American Dad!. In 2025, Nick’s short film “BDAY Private Dick” with John C. Reilly premiered at the Palm Springs Film Festival. Currently, Thune is developing a podcast with Mary Lynn Rajskub and Nick Turner titled How to Be a Single Parent, and continues to perform stand-up across the country.
Canada’s most intimate magic show — 48 guests limited. Miracles up close — sometimes inches away, even in your own hands. This show redefines magic. Immersive. Intimate. Theatrical. InTouch brings its uniquely ceremonial magic experience to Toronto for the first time — an up-close encounter with the impossible. Created and performed by magician Jin Li, a featured performer with 17 years of professional experience across North America, Europe, and Asia— including the world-prestigious Magic Castle Hollywood, and trusted by luxury brands like Bvlgari and Vacheron Constantin. 48 guests are limited per show to witness impossibility—not on a stage, but right in arm’s reach—and sometimes, even in your own hands. Visual wonders, mind-reading, telekinesis, and something you’ve never experienced before—but won’t forget. Attendance Guidelines: • Age Requirement: 16+ only. • Digital Policy: Phones must be silenced. No recording or photography during the show.
Sold outRay Lau is a Cantonese American stand-up comedian known for his unique blend of playful storytelling and sharp, relatable humor. His work has reached millions online, resonating with audiences for its lighthearted yet distinctive perspective. He was selected for the prestigious Netflix Introducing showcase and recently featured on Netflix’s Funny AF with Kevin Hart. Ray performs at sold out venues and festivals nationwide.
Paul Elia is an multi-viral Iraqi-Assyrian comedian and actor from Detroit, Michigan. With over 250+ million views and nearly half a million followers across platforms, Elia has emerged as one of the most compelling talents working across the stand-up, digital media, and television spaces. His debut special, Detroit Player, marked a breakout moment, drawing acclaim from outlets including Deadline and Netflix is a Joke. He is also the co-creator and host of the LowKey Comedy Show with Matt Rife, and the duo’s LowKey Comedy Special generated millions of views through widely shared digital clips. His 2nd self-produced one-hour comedy special, Good Son, is now available everywhere! Elia’s screen work includes recurring sketch appearances on Conan and roles in Lady Dynamite and Ramy. He is a series regular on #1 Happy Family USA, voicing multiple characters including standout fan favorite Uncle Ahmed, and recurs in season two of BET+’s Diarra From Detroit.
Monster Island is Toronto's BEST Character Comedy Show featuring some of the funniest comedians and actors in the city showcasing their best and newest Character bits! Stay for the free Character bucket/open mic after the show and try your own character bits in the Comedy Bar Mainspace! $10 online/$15 door
LATE BAD is the most unserious late-night show ever assembled, an improvised talk show where anything can happen and almost always does. Featuring comedians from every corner of the comedy world, each live show pushes performers out of their comfort zones for an experience like no other, a glorious disaster that trauma bonds the audience to the performers for life. No two shows are ever the same, but the ever-expanding LATE BAD lore somehow keeps growing. Hosted by Laura Cilevitz and Ben Sosa-Wright, with sidekick and musical director Monsieur Sex, a mysterious golden European DJ portrayed by Alex Tindal. LATE BAD delivers a chaotic blend of interviews, games, performances and unforgettable moments that can never be recreated. LATE BAD is the official after party show of the festival, with three themed nights so you can collect all 3! LATE BAD RISES - OCT 1 8 years after LATE BAD began, insane new characters are here to bring the world’s most extreme late night show out of their yearly retirement to do JFL Toronto once again! LATE BAD GAME HOUR - OCT 2 The game show edition of the show with a celebrity panel, mind blowing characters and absolute chaos in the most unique panel show you’ve ever witnessed. This show will be followed by a dance party with a live DJ. Jackpot! LATE BAD PARTY - OCT 3 This is a party edition of the show, the party starts when the show begins, and this show will seamlessly go into a dance party with a live DJ. Last night of the festival so let’s make it a night to remember. $20 online/$25 at the door
Sold outFollowing a year of sold out shows Hidden Gems returns to Comedy Bar for 2026. Host Jacob Balshin introduces you to some of his favourite comedians in all of Toronto. With stars from Just For Laughs, CBC & so much more. Get your tickets to laugh along with some of Canada’s funniest talents. This show will sell out. $25.75 online, $30.75 at the door.
