After taking the festival out of bankruptcy, Sylvain Parent-Bedard is confident that a once dominant stand-up showcase for Hollywood can be revived and thrive. By Etan Vlessing Canada Bureau Chief For ...

Stand up comedy showcases are planned for Sydney, Australia and Bermuda by new parent ComediHa! By Etan Vlessing Canada Bureau Chief The new owner of the Just For Laughs festival brand has taken the ...

Once one of the comedy business’ most influential brands, Just for Laughs last year faced a stunning downfall. After four decades as a top industry kingmaker — a place where reps and bookers ...

Just For Laughs has inked $20M in new broadcast TV deals ahead of the launch of this year’s festival — the first edition of JFL Montreal in two years — organizers announced on Tuesday. Among the 50 ...

Comedians from around the world will bring laughter to the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club during the eighteenth edition of Just for Laughs Bermuda. American Alonzo Bodden will host the event for the ...

In the Season 3 opener of “Hacks,” stand-up legend Deborah Vance, played by Jean Smart, touches down in Montreal to accept the comedy special of the year award at the venerable Just for Laughs ...