The comedy club was FULL. Seriously folks, full means they had to turn people away, something no one wants to do! For the finals on August 31, call 236-5233 for reservations to ensure you get a seat, because it's going to be another sell out!
Now down to business. Host Jason Harper warmed the crowd up, which didn't take much; they were excited to be there. A mix of people supporting their friends and family, people who are supporting the competition each week, and others who thought "hey, comedy sounds fun tonight". A great audience to be sure! After Harper was done performing his magic, he introduced the first amateur of the night........
Josh Williams, who was a little rough for the wear with his voice. Williams voice is usually silky and sounds like it is "made for radio", but tonight he sounds like a blues singer who hit one too many low notes. Although hoarse and scratchy, Williams cranks out his best hits on coming down with a case of obesity, and his opinion on vaginas. Williams does a good job, always walking that line of self-depreciation and self-confidence. When you think he might be crossing that line where the audience will feel sorry for him, his charm prevails and everyone knows that he is in on the jokes and they love him all the more! Great job Williams! Up next is..............
Adrian Cronk. At this time I will let everyone in on the fact that Cronk has only been performing comedy for four months. Think about that. Four months and he is in the semi-finals in a competition that involved all amateur comedians in the Ottawa area. Pretty good start Mr. Cronk! He has an excellent voice for comedy, and has much confidence on the stage. He discusses starting a racist clothing line, being half black, and my favourite line "kittens in comas". He knocks them out, and while a few lines do not hit, most do! This kid has a future to say the least! Then comes..............
Derek McFarland. Driving in from Kingston, Mcfarland is one funny man, and we are happy he made the trip! I loved his bit on the 4th best strip club in Newfoundland! He did a great job of his dislike for Dora The Explorer as well! McFarland has an easy going style, but a big personality, making him very likable! Great job Mr. McFarland! Then came out...........
Brad Sproule, in one of his best sets. Sproule has great lines on what to say when people ask him "which kid" is his. Police may have been called is all I am saying. The audience now knows how to "get" with him, and his complaints about plenty of fish. This audience is definitely in like with Mr. Sproule tonight. Then comes.........
Ken Strangway. The audience is not into him at the beginning, but after one minute are on his side. He likes big women and is not afraid to say so, although perhaps details of his three way in Dallas is a bit much! Good line: "When did my abs turn into ab?" A very good job Mr. Strangway. Lastly comes.....
Greg Stringer. As reported before this young lad is going to be a superstar, or at least as good as Alex Wood! He again discusses what it's like to be a 17 year old, and that Stephen Harper and "his ways". He does enjoy staring at people in wheelchairs, which makes him a little creepy as well as funny, which is always a good combination for a comedian.
Wow, six really good comedians performed. The audience is happy. But wait, there's more!
The professionals came out hard. Rookie pro Jessica Salomon did a great job discussing her dislike for perfectly bi-lingual people, face erections, and my always favourite "complimentary sleepover". Recently back from New York, Ottawa native Graham Kay blows the audience away with his lesbian haircut, once complaining friend, and French people. The always great Dave Atkinson has the audience with his poofy hair which will soon make him look like a Unicorn, being unemployed, and the never fail bit on women's menstruation! All great, but only one can move on!
Lucky for the audience, Thea Vidale, who is starring in PRIDE all weekend stopped by to do a few minutes, and everyone is enamoured! Catch her all weekend at Yuk Yuk's Elgin location!
Drum Roll..............................................................................................
Moving on for the amateurs are Brad Sproule (3rd), Josh Williams (2nd), and Greg Stringer (1rst)
Moving on for the professionals is Graham Kay.
Join us next week for the final showdown, where these fine comedians join: Chris Timms, Matt Watson and Nick Flores for amateurs, and Matt Carter and Trevor Thompson (who tied) for the professionals.
Once again, tickets are $12.00, so see you on the 31rst! 236-5233
j hayward
JH5
Brad Sproule, in one of his best sets. Sproule has great lines on what to say when people ask him "which kid" is his. Police may have been called is all I am saying. The audience now knows how to "get" with him, and his complaints about plenty of fish. This audience is definitely in like with Mr. Sproule tonight. Then comes.........
Ken Strangway. The audience is not into him at the beginning, but after one minute are on his side. He likes big women and is not afraid to say so, although perhaps details of his three way in Dallas is a bit much! Good line: "When did my abs turn into ab?" A very good job Mr. Strangway. Lastly comes.....
Greg Stringer. As reported before this young lad is going to be a superstar, or at least as good as Alex Wood! He again discusses what it's like to be a 17 year old, and that Stephen Harper and "his ways". He does enjoy staring at people in wheelchairs, which makes him a little creepy as well as funny, which is always a good combination for a comedian.
Wow, six really good comedians performed. The audience is happy. But wait, there's more!
The professionals came out hard. Rookie pro Jessica Salomon did a great job discussing her dislike for perfectly bi-lingual people, face erections, and my always favourite "complimentary sleepover". Recently back from New York, Ottawa native Graham Kay blows the audience away with his lesbian haircut, once complaining friend, and French people. The always great Dave Atkinson has the audience with his poofy hair which will soon make him look like a Unicorn, being unemployed, and the never fail bit on women's menstruation! All great, but only one can move on!
Lucky for the audience, Thea Vidale, who is starring in PRIDE all weekend stopped by to do a few minutes, and everyone is enamoured! Catch her all weekend at Yuk Yuk's Elgin location!
Drum Roll..............................................................................................
Moving on for the amateurs are Brad Sproule (3rd), Josh Williams (2nd), and Greg Stringer (1rst)
Moving on for the professionals is Graham Kay.
Join us next week for the final showdown, where these fine comedians join: Chris Timms, Matt Watson and Nick Flores for amateurs, and Matt Carter and Trevor Thompson (who tied) for the professionals.
Once again, tickets are $12.00, so see you on the 31rst! 236-5233
j hayward
JH5
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