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These Comedians will perform at the Niagara Falls Comedy Fest

Simon Cotter will perform at the Comedy Fest
Simon Cotter will perform at the Comedy Fest

Simon B. Cotter uses a healthy dose of wit, candor and charm to entertain audiences. Over the years, Simon has performed at the Just For Laughs Festival, appeared on CBC-TV Galas four times, and returned for his fifth time in 2004. Simon has also appeared on CBC's Comics! as well as CTV/The Comedy Network's Comedy Now!. Internationally Simon has enjoyed success on A&E's Evening at the Improv, The Comedy Store TV Show (UK), LIVE at Jongleurs (UK) and the BBC's The Stand Up Show.

Simon B. Cotter's slick delivery, thoughtful observations, and hysterical anecdotes on relationships, family and friendship make him a sure fire hit with any audience.

Johnny Gardhouse will perform at the Comedy Fest
Johnny Gardhouse will perform at the Comedy Fest

For the past fifteen years Johnny Gardhouse has been a touring stand-up comic, making him a true road warrior. From coast to coast, across Canada and the United States, and all the way to the other side of the planet, Johnny has played colleges, universities, nightclubs and hosted numerous corporate engagements.

However, you've probably never heard of him. That suits him just fine, because once you've seen Johnny, you will never forget him.

He is quick on his feet and never at a loss for words. His razor sharp comebacks and unique blend of current event and storytelling comedy make this Canadian 'Gordie' able to hold his own on the world stage.

"Hey, he kinda looks familiar?" Well that's because Johnny can be seen in countless television commercials, that air across North America. From his turn as the "Cash for Life" postman, to the boomerang ducking guy in the Sensodine Toothpaste ad, he has been invading your living room for more than fifteen years.

Some may also recognize Johnny from the Blockheads, the Toronto comedy troupe that fooled talk show host Jerry Springer changing daytime TV forever. For insomniacs and the unemployed he is most recognizable from his co-host duties on the Comedy Networks hit series "Gutter Ball Alley" where pushing the envelope of dignity was their mandate.

Recently Johnny returned form a trip overseas where he performed for the Canadian Forces in Afghanistan. This trip of a lifetime was one of his proudest moments as an entertainer.

Johnny Gardhouse, bringing you the ha ha since 1992.

Paul Haywood will perform at the Comedy Fest
Paul Haywood will perform at the Comedy Fest

This Scarborough native has been seen on The Comedy Network's Club 54, Open Mic with Mike Bullard, Elvira Kurt's Adventures in Comedy and been heard on XM radio. Paul is an instant crowd pleaser, with hard hitting, side splitting material based on his zany everyday life.

"Out of control funny" - 102.1 The Edge

Mark Matthews will perform at the Comedy Fest
Mark Matthews will perform at the Comedy Fest

It all began 21 years ago in 1986 when Mark Matthews stepped on stage for his first ever, stand-up appearance at the Funniest Person in Hamilton Contest and out of 15 comics ...placed dead last. The next year he obviously figured something out as he returned to win the contest and then perform in New York City at Catch a Rising Star and The Comic Strip - two of Manhattan's premier comedy clubs.

Mark has performed in Canada and the United States. He's opened for Jerry Seinfeld, Gilbert Gottfried, and Jimmy "JJ" Walker to name just a few. In Niagara Falls, Mark was the guest Emcee at the opening of Planet Hollywood appearing with Bruce Willis.

T.V. appearances include: Crystal Comedy Quest, The Fruitopia Comedy Fest, and Comedy at Club 54. Mark has also appeared in the CBC show Comics playing the simple-minded brother of comedian Jeremy Hotz.

At home in "The Honeymoon Capital", Mark spent three years as the co-host of a local talk show Daytime. He was also the guest co-host on the morning show with Jack Peetes on 97.7 HTZ-FM and has voiced numerous commercials. Twice the producer of Niagara Falls' Misty Awards, Mark works with Tangerine Music writing and voicing commercials and shares executive producer credits with Rick Rose on their independent music CD series Spirit of the Falls I & II. Rick and Mark also acted as promoters for Pink Floyd Niagara, North America's largest touring Pink Floyd tribute band.

Mark is the founder of Mark Matthews and Friends a fund established to help kidney patients in financial difficulty; he is also a spokesperson for the Jim Hughes Charity, a local organization that has raised almost $100,000 to help people living with ALS.

Alan Park will perform at the Comedy Fest
Alan Park will perform at the Comedy Fest

Bio coming soon.

 

Darryl Purvis will perform at the Comedy Fest
Darryl Purvis will perform at the Comedy Fest

This Nova Scotian-born funny man makes comedy look easy. Simple as that.

With some of the sharpest sarcasm and satire around, it’s no wonder that Darryl is one of the first-rate joke writers on the Canadian comedy scene.

He has performed at several festivals and clubs across North America as well as numerous national television and radio appearances such as his own “Comedy Now!” episode on CTV/The Comedy Network and the Halifax Comedy Festival on CBC-TV.

Darryl has the ability to poke fun at the unsuspecting characters and absurd subjects that cross his path; his clever blend of intelligence, insight and charm is all wrapped up in a down-home, East Coast sensibility.

Darryl Purvis is funny. Simple as that.

 

Marc Sinodinos will perform at the Comedy Fest
Marc Sinodinos will perform at the Comedy Fest

Marc Sinodinos prides himself on being a refreshing voice in the world of stand-up comedy. Marc is known for having some of the most ridiculous and thought provoking material, and is also considered to be one of the most original and well versed comics in Canada. Edgy, silly, unique and clever are just some words that describe one of the most requested comics in the country. With no boundaries and no remorse, Marc will either charm or harm the audience with his off-the-cuff banter, or his well-crafted and absurd material.

Marc has found an original way to be universally funny without sugar coating his opinions or comments. Some people think he's offensive, some think he's a genius, most find him hilarious. He has performed at various comedy festivals around North America including Just For Laughs, Washington DC Comedy Festival, New York State Laff Bash, and the New Jersey Comedy Festival. Marc was also named the 2005 Canadian College Comedy Award Winner and the 2006 CBC Radio Comedy Champion.

 

Ian Sirotta will perform at the Comedy Fest
Ian Sirotta will perform at the Comedy Fest

This two time Gemini nominee is a force to be reckoned with. Nominated for best comedy performance, this sharp-tongued comedian takes no prisoners. He can take a one-word answer and turn it into a fifteen-minute farce. He's smart, funny and his improv skills are considered among the best. Ian's stand-up ranges from: observational, to self-deprecating, to one-liners and always with the audience in mind. "People want to be part of the show and it's my job to do that, but never at anyone's expense. It's all in good fun and everyone leaves with a smile on his or her face."

 


 
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2012.
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