Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration

Akaash Singh: Bring Back Apu

February 2022 •English

Because somewhere along the line, South Asians started trying to cash in on victimhood currency. Complaining about cartoon characters, people mispronouncing our names, and God knows what else. But we were raised better than that. Our parents, grandparents, uncles and aunties taught us dominate everything we do, just like they did when they made it here. And it is our privilege to carry that tradition forward. So it's time to end all the victim shit and taking our identity back.

Ian Bagg: Getting to F**King Know You

April 2013 •English

In his first one-hour stand-up comedy special, Ian Bagg "gets to know you" with his precise and razor sharp tongue, leaving no class clown wanna-be untouched. So let the hecklers be warned. Bagg's untraditional style of stand-up comedy is crafted on stage and on the spot as he "works the crowd" - personally and up-close - in a way that few comics have mastered.

Maz Jobrani: I Come in Peace

January 2013 •English

Maz Jobrani goes to Stockholm, Sweden for his third stand-up special and he shows that comedy can truly be a diplomatic tool when he makes an international audience laugh at topics from his family, to racism, politics and media. "I Come in Peace" is a comedy special that will have you laughing out loud while making you think.

Monique Marvez: Not Skinny Not Blonde

March 2013 •English

Monique Marvez stars in her first one hour Stand-up Comedy Special based on the writings from her critically acclaimed book "Not Skinny Not Blonde." The former San Diego radio host is on a humorous mission to enlighten both men and women about what's truly important between the sexes. Having been married 3 times herself she considers it sound advice from an expert. Monique has learned from her past and now dates a much younger man, conceding "life is just too dam short." but don't call her a cougar, she says, "call me what I am, sore!"

Thomas Wiesel: It's Okay.

December 2021 •French

Thomas Wiesel's comeback with a new show. After blowing away Romandy and every politician and personality natural to it, he makes way to Paris with a new target: himself. He opens up, complains (a lot), makes fun of himself, and, above all, tries to reassure you that: it's okay, promise. (translated from the French TMDB page.)

Melanie Bracewell: Forget Me Not

April 2024 •English

Filmed at the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne 2023.

D.J. Demers: Interpreted

February 2019 •English

Comedian D.J. Demers shines a light on life in LA, disability porn, big words, not to mention getting haircuts while deaf—all with the help of an American Sign Language interpreter in this one-hour comedy special from Just For Laughs.

Randy Writes a Novel

February 2019 •English

Randy Feltface teams up with a typewriter in this hilarious hour of spoken word and gratuitous arm movements.

All Def Comedy

November 2016 •English

He launched a host of today’s comedy superstars in the ‘90s on the HBO series Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam. Now, Russell Simmons returns to the network for All Def Comedy, taped before a live audience Sept. 7 at the Avalon Theatre in Los Angeles. Hosted by Tony Rock, with DJ Drama, the uncensored special features stand-up performances in a variety of styles from up-and-coming comics, discovered at ADD’s weekly comedy showcase: Chris Powell, Zainab Johnson, Kevin Tate, and Robert Powell, as well as HBO’s Def Comedy Jam veteran Tony Roberts.

Stewart Francis: Pun Gent

November 2016 •English

Stewart Francis, the star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Live At The Apollo embarks on a brand new stand-up tour, starting in Spring 2015 and extended into 2016 after phenomenal demand with his fantastic, hilarious new show Pun Gent!

Josh Widdicombe: What Do I Do Now...

November 2016 •English

Josh Widdicombe, "…the undisputed king of the exasperated petty gripe...”, is back with his new stand-up show.

Pat McAfee: Uncaged

October 2015 •English

Pat McAfee: Uncaged is the first stand up comedy special performed by an active NFL player, ever. The show was performed over two nights in front of sold out crowds of 1300 people at The Palladium in Carmel, IN. The stand up special is a hilarious blue collar NFL story that will have you laughing from start to finish. Pat talks about his teammates, his life, and shows you a side of pro football that you've never seen before. Buckle Up. Lets do the damn thing!

Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution

June 2024 •English

This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.

Just for Laughs: The Gala Specials - Jo Koy

April 2023 •English

Internationally adored comedian, actor and author, Jo Koy is here to prove that laughter is the best medicine. Joined by his friends and fellow comedians Paul Rabliauskas, Jimmy O. Yang, JR De Guzman, Asif Ali, Jessica Kirson, and Al Val. Jo Koy hostes this comedy showcase at the renowned Just For Laughs Festival in Montréal.

Dylan Moran: Monster

November 2004 •English

Irish comedian Dylan Moran live at Vicar Street, Dublin.

Todd Barry: The Crowd Work Tour

March 2014 •English

A Todd Barry show consists of two things: amazing jokes and amazing crowd work. In September 2013, he went on a tour without the amazing jokes and did entire shows of riffing and bantering with the audience. Filmed in seven west coast cities, “Todd Barry: The Crowd Work Tour” was directed by Lance Bangs and produced by Louis CK.

Dominic Paquet: Paquet voit le jour

October 2014 •French

Michela Giraud: The Truth, I Swear!

April 2022 •Italian

From the stage of Vinile, in Rome, rigorously standing up alone in front of her audience, Michela Giraud tells her own truth through the strong and self-deprecating point of view that has always distinguished her.

Franco Escamilla: bienvenido al mundo

April 2019 •Spanish

Comedian Franco Escamilla shares stories about parenting his children when they get into trouble, with reflections on gender, friendship and romance.

Sara Pascoe Live: LadsLadsLads

April 2019 •English

Exploring love, sex and doing both alone, Sara shares her wisdom and positivity, and overshares about her imaginary brother Stephen.