Norm MacDonald Gala – July 26, Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier LiveEvents July 22, 2015 6079 Just for Laughs presents Norm MacDonald Best known for his turn on Saturday Night Live, which included hilariously anchoring Weekend Update for three years, Norm MacDonald is one of Quebec’s greatest comic exports. He is of the highest comedy calibre, being named one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time”, and having first appeared at the Just For Laughs Festival in 1987. He’s the newest judge on the upcoming season of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, and most recently, Norm was seen giving a hilarious, touching, and tearful goodbye to his dear friend David Letterman. Catch him July 26, 7pm, at Place des Arts. His amazing lineup includes Rhys Darby, Natasha Leggero, Brent Morin, Omid Djalili, J.B. Smoove, Rachel Feinstein, Darcy Michael and Sam Simmons. The show starts at 7:00 pm Hosted By: Norm MacDonald He’s one of the greats: Comedy Central named MacDonald #83 on the five part miniseries “100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time”. He’s quite a character: Norm Macdonald is perhaps best known for his five seasons as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. For three years MacDonald anchored “Weekend Update”, SNL’s longest running recurring sketch. His unforgettable impressions of Bob Dole and Burt Reynolds solidified MacDonald as one of the show’s foremost stars in their 40 season-run. He’s a Quebecer: Born in Quebec City, MacDonald will returns to his native province this summer for a JFL Gala that is not to be missed! Featuring: Rhys Darby He’s on cool shows: Rhys Darby first gained attention in the United States as Murray in HBO’s ‘Flight of the Conchords’. This was not a new role for him, having first appeared in the same role on the BBC radio show of the same name. He has also written and starred in his own 8 part mockumentary comedy series for TVNZ and Netflix, Short Poppies. He has served: An ex-soldier in the New Zealand Army and a veteran of twenty years as a stand-up comedian, Darby made his feature film debut in ‘Yes Man’. Natasha Leggero She’s on TV: Natasha Leggero is an actress and comedian who was a regular on E!’s Chelsea Lately. Recently lauded as the stand out roaster on the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber. Other television credits include Community, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Arrested Development, Reno 911 and Drunk History. She’s in movies: She has appeared in He’s Just Not That Into You and has parts in the upcoming films Dealing With Idiots and Claire’s Cambodia. Brent Morin He’s on TV: Brent Morin can be seen on the hit NBC series UNDATEABLE which is now in its second season. He can also be seen this season on episodes of Brooklyn 99, The McCarthy’s and Ground Floor. He’s in the top ten: Only a year after his New Faces set at Montreal, Brent was named one of “Variety’s Top Ten Comics To Watch”, and all this at only the age of 28! Omid Djalili He’s a dreamer: Omid Djalili is a British Iranian actor/comedian who spends most of his time trying to keep his weight down by yoyo dieting and playing football in West London still hoping to get spotted by Brentford Football Club. He’s no stranger to TV: He has appeared in several BBC programs including his own sketch show, The Omid Dajlili Show. He’s a movie star: Omid has appeared in several major motion pictures as Pirates of the Carribean III, Notting Hill, The Mummy, and others. J.B. Smoove He’s a real character: JB’s breakout role as Leon on “Curb Your Enthusiasm” has firmly planted him as one of the best comedic actors today. He’s got writing chops: After a season as a cast member on the sketch comedy program “Cedric the Entertainer Presents,” Smoove landed a writing position on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.” He later was a recipient of the 2007 Writers Guild award for “Best Comedy/Variety Series” for his work on the show. He’s a TV star: Recently, he was seen as host of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”. Darcy Michael He’s on TV: he’s the star of CTV’s new sitcom Spun Out alongside fellow Canadian funnymen Dave Foley, Paul Campbell and JP Manoux. He’s Canadian (like us!): Resides in Ladner, B.C. with his husband, teenage daughter, and two adorably fat kitties. He’s got comedy cred: he’s worked with comedy greats including Harland Williams, Kids In The Hall, Craig Robinson and Mike Smith. Rachel Feinstein She’s everywhere: She’s guest starred or been featured on a host of great comedy show like Chelsea Lately, Hip Hop Squares, Inside Amy Schumer, and Russell Simmons Presents. Her voice characters have been featured in Adult Swim’s “Venture Brothers” and the phenomenally successful Grand Theft Auto V video game. Because she’s hilarious: Rachel, who just finished filming her second Comedy Central Presents special, was a finalist on season 7 of Last Comic Standing. Sam Simmons For tickets and information: www.hahaha.com 514-845-2322 Just For Laughs The 33rd edition of the Just For Laughs Festival promises to be the most star-studded lineup ever with TV and cinema’s biggest comedy names, top touring comedians, cult-favourites and up-and-comers all converging on Montreal this summer. Galas, street performers, theatrical productions and stand-up shows in indoor venues and in the streets. Guaranteed to keep audiences in stitches. Check out the full festival line-up at www.hahaha.com
