Standup

Mermaid Club Comedy

When and where: December 21 at Railway Club at 8:30 p.m.
What to expect: Mermaid Club Comedy is a live standup comedy and improv show at the historic Railway Club. Vancouver comedians Stefan MacNeil, Brad Dorion, and Dylan Williamson bring some of the best comedy from across the country to the Mermaid Club Comedy stage. Mermaid Club Comedy handpicks some of the hottest comedians in Vancouver and beyond as well as some of the best up and coming comedians in and around Vancouver.
Price: $5
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Stand-Up & Deliver! Comedy Open Mic

When and where: December 30 at Seven Dining Lounge at 8 p.m. 
What to expect: Ever wanted to try standup comedy? Newbies, amateurs and touring pros share the stage in one of the best comedy rooms in the city. A nice, relaxed atmosphere, $5 craft beer sleeves (includes tax), and $4.75 highball specials. Comics sign up at 7:45 p.m.
Price: Free
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Andre-Philippe Gagnon

When and where: December 31 at  River Rock Show Theatre at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Canadian impressionist performs a New Year's Eve show.
Price: $45-60
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Comedy Mix

When and where: December 22 to 23/December 29 to January 2; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
What to expect: Plant yourself in a plush booth, graze on some pub grub, sip a beer or two, and laugh along with some new and hot standup comedy. Oh, by the way, nobody else is responsible if you laugh so hard beer comes out of your nose. Just warning you. Ron Vaudry headlines on December 26. Special New Year's Eve show on December 31. Darcy Michael headlines January 2. Closed on the December 24, 25, and January 1.
Price: Varies on the night 
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NYE Laff-In with GLENN WOOL

When and where: December 31 at Lafflines Comedy Club Gallery at 8 p.m.
What to expect: Bring in the New Year with the great Glenn Wool, world-renowned award-winning stand up comedian. Glenn has performed in more countries than most people can name and has destroyed audiences and earned 5 star reviews in every major comedy festival in the world. Glenn Wool will leave you ending this year with tears of laughter. With special guests Kyle Jones and Ron Vaudry. And of course dancing, champagne to follow.
Price: $39.95
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Crafty Comedy

When and where: December 27 at 12 Kings pub, 395 Kingsway at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Open-mic comedy featuring some of the most comedians in Vancouver. Seasoned vets. Bright eyed newbies. Joke contest. Roast the host challenge. Food specials. Drink specials. You're special. Hosted by Jonny Paul.
Price: Free
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Improv/Perfomance

Vancouver TheatreSports

When and where: December 23 to 30 (Closed December 24, 25 and January 1) at the Improv Centre
What to expect: Some of the world’s most daring and innovative improv. Improv After Dark (Friday and Saturday at 11:15 p.m.); Off Leash (Wednesday and Thursday at 9:15 p.m.); Rookie Night (Sunday at 7:30 p.m.); TheatreSports (Friday and Saturday at 9:30 p.m.)
Price: $8/22
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Cagematch improv

When and where: December 27 at Havana Theatre at 7 p.m.
What to expect: Each week, three teams will have 20 minutes to wow the audience with their stellar performances, hilarious jokes, and wonderful stories, all based on your suggestions. The audience votes for its favourite performer to determine who returns the following show as reigning champion.
Price: $10/8
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New Year's Eve at Year In Review

When and where: December 26 to 31 at The Improv Centre at 7:30 p.m. (Saturday/Sunday) 7:30 & 9 p.m. on Monday to Wednseday and celebration show at 11:15 p.m. on December 31.
What to expect: Our improvisers will take you on a journey back through the headlines of 2015. Who was in the news? What was hot? Who got arrested? Who got elected? Who got married? Who had a baby? In true TheatreSports style, we will use suggestions from the audience along with our own quick wit to mould our scenes. Year In Review is a unique show that Vancouver TheatreSports League presents annually at New Year's and it is a hot ticket item every year.
Price: $10-22
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Ho! Ho! Ho! The Christmas Comedy Show!

When and where: December 22 at Café Deux Soleils at 8 p.m. 
What to expect:Give the gift of laughter this year with Ho! Ho! Ho! The Christmas Comedy Show! The Fictionals will be joined by special guests from improv troupes around Vancouver to perform improv inspired by holiday cheer! Yes, there will be candy canes.
Price: $7/5
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Reminisce: A comedic look back at 2015

When and where: December 29 at Café Deux Soleils at 8 p.m. 
What to expect: The last Hot Improv Tuesday of 2015! Join The Fictionals and friends at Cafe Deux Soleils for a comedic look back at 2015. Biggest headlines, hottest stars, and award-winning improv all powered by your suggestions!
Price: $7/5
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