Presented By: Sid Williams Theatre Society
Come enjoy a showcase of local comedy talent! These artists have been crowd-pleasing favourites at open mics from Nanaimo to Campbell River.
Syd Bosel - Emcee and Opener
Syd is an award-winning touring comic, including winner of the 2024 Yuk Yuk’s BC Yuk Off Competition. She tells tales of her “adult” children, a thousand years of marriage, and other glories of nature. You can catch Syd on CBC’s Laugh Out Loud or headling Jokers Canada or Hot Flash Comedy.
Patti Savard - Headliner
Patti Savard is a witty, charismatic comedian with charming, childlike expressions that captivate audiences with both humor and heart. She's performed on some of Canada's biggest stages, including Toronto's iconic Massey Hall. In 2024, Patti was featured in the prestigious Seattle International Comedy Competition, and in February 2025, she brought her unique blend of humour to Vancouver’s Just For Laughs festival. She is also a travelling comic with her crew, The Comedy Misfits.
Alex Grant
Alex Grant is a stand-up comedian, restauranteur, professional skier and Halloween burlesquer. Honing his craft in the Comox Valley and Switzerland, he is a strange, dangerous, and funny man. One of Wingnut Comedy’s favourite local performers and thrilled to have him as part of the lineup.
Andy Pellatt
Andy has been in the entertainment business for 35 years. He is a comedian, actor, singer, and writer. Andy has hosted and produced several radio shows as well as countless live comedy events. He's a 2-time cancer survivor and loves his wife and children! Andy also holds dear all his comedy friends. Peace.
Bobbie Williams
Bobbie’s comedic style is a combination of observational, personal with a dash of poor taste. There is something for everyone.
Dustin Estill
Dustin is a Nanaimo-based comedian and is originally from Calgary. He always had a dream of pursuing comedy in his 40s and since 2024 he’s been chasing that dream. He’s urgently making up for lost time and can’t wait to share that urgency with you!
Evan Boothroyd
Evan is newer to stand-up comedy but has been a comedy nerd his whole life, he’s been doing comedy in Victoria and Courtenay for 2 years now and has loved every minute of it. His favourite thing to do is trying to crack jokes in all the wrong times and places.
Ian McKenzie
Ian McKenzie is a self-employed creative at www.relentlesscurious.com. He expresses his understanding of the world utilizing poetry, illustration, stand-up comedy, and software. With all mediums, he strives to respect his audience's time, attention, and ability.
Joel Dumas
Joel Dumas is a comedian from Nanoose Bay and a regular fixture on the Vancouver Island open mic circuit in towns like Courtenay, Cumberland, Nanaimo, and Lantzville. Audiences might recognize him, even if he occasionally goes by Josh, Jason, or - on one inspired night - Jordan. Joel's unique style and delivery make him a memorable act you won't want to miss.
Josh Lichti
Josh Lichti first learned he was funny when he had a well-timed fart at summer camp, during story time, when he was eight. After that, he thought, maybe I can do this for a living. To this day, Josh still farts but tells other jokes too.
Mary Wisforden
Sweet, sticky, thick, and pretty. Born and raised in the Comox Valley, Mary Wisforden is a woman with talents and jobs spanning multitudes. A tree planter turned farmer turned stand-up comedian, Mary is bringing you feral housewife crossed with deadly auntie vibes. Bringing a new take on race, relationships, and navigating your early thirties in this pre-apocalyptic world we call home. Catch Mary featured on season 1 of CTV’s hit reality show Traitors Canada now on Crave or streaming on ctv.ca.
Nick Peron
Nick Peron is a neurodivergent stand-up comedian who has performed for nearly 20 years and has the empty bank account to prove it. Originally from Ottawa, he now lives on Vancouver Island. He has also been banned in China. He has primarily performed in Eastern Canada and performing at legendary venues such as Absolute Comedy, Yuk Yuks, and the Comedy Nest.
Talon Peters
Talon has been doing comedy for 2 years in Courtenay and Nanaimo. His self-esteem is so low it's funny.
