The Just For Laughs Welcome Desk is located at the Hyatt Regency Montreal (1255 rue Jeanne-Mance), in front of the Creation Room, on Level 6.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 0900 - 2000 (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1000 - 1700 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
JFL ComedyPRO Delegates can sign up for three, one-on-one private meetings with the comedy industry’s leading digital, web and TV executives. Each meeting lasts 15 minutes and provides unprecedented access to development, production and programming professionals.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1200 - 1300 (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
Mitch Moffit and Greg Brown of AsapSCIENCE chat about a controversial subject each week.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1300 - 1345 (1:00 - 1:45 PM)
Canadian comedy is so strong, we “double-doubled” down on two crazy Canucks for this year’s “Oh Comedy!” address.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1330 - 1430 (1:30 - 1:30 PM)
In Sh*t They Don’t Tell You, Nikki Limo and Steve Greene do a deep dive into common relatable topics that either they or their guests wish someone would have told them more about before they had to learn it the hard way.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1415 - 1445 (2:15 - 2:45 PM)
Do today’s popular web series and artists truly reflect the representation of their global audience?
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1500 - 1600 (3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Join comedians Mike Ward & Pantelis for a hilarious and uncensored take on the week’s hot topics.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1515 - 1645 (3:15 - 4:45 PM)
Some Spider Studios is joining forces with Tubefilter and Just For Laughs in search of the funniest, most innovative digital-first (or short-form) comedy content.
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1630 - 1730 (4:30 - 5:30 PM)
CHAOTIC CREATIVE: INTERVIEWS ABOUT IRRITATIONS AND INSPIRATIONS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY Host Zain Meghji interviews performing artists as they navigate their creative career in the entertainment industry, from inspiration to ideation to execution, and the internal and external challenges that go along with “making it until you make it.” Guest: Sabrina Jalees
Wednesday, July 25
time: 1900 - 2045 (7:00 - 8:45 PM)
Want to see the best new talent before they’re playing sold-out theatres across the continent?
Wednesday, July 25
time: 2130 - 2315 (9:30 - 11:15 PM)
Stand-up superstars are born at JFL each year!
Wednesday, July 25
time: 2300 - 0300 (11:00 PM - 3:00 AM)
More info coming this week! Not to be missed.
Thursday, July 26
time: 0900 - 1100 (9:00 - 11:00 AM)
Comedian Jim Norton and host Sam Roberts are on SiriusXM every morning discussing current news topics, social trends, and life, talking with listeners and celebrity guests.
Thursday, July 26
time: 0900 - 2000 (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
The Just For Laughs Welcome Desk is located at the Hyatt Regency Montreal (1255 rue Jeanne-Mance), in front of the Creation Room, on Level 6.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1000 - 1700 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
JFL ComedyPRO Delegates can sign up for three, one-on-one private meetings with the comedy industry’s leading digital, web and TV executives. Each meeting lasts 15 minutes and provides unprecedented access to development, production and programming professionals.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1100 - 1230 (11:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
The CBC Comedy Originals Pitch Program offers five creator/producer teams the opportunity to pitch their original web or TV concepts to a panel of senior development executives and key creatives from CBC Comedy.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1200 - 1300 (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
Comedians Brad Williams and Adam Ray interview celebrities, comedians, musicians, and other amazing people.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1200 - 1400 (12:00 - 2:00 PM)
The Todd Shapiro Show is a daily live talk show featuring one of Canada’s most hilarious, original and beloved radio personalities.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1230 - 1400 (12:30 - 2:00 PM)
New Faces: Creators is a showcase of the up-and-coming influencers & creators who, through digital content creation, are contributing to the evolution of the comedy landscape as we know it!
Thursday, July 26
time: 1300 - 1345 (1:00 - 1:45 PM)
Can comedy clubs continue to thrive in an age where mobile devices and streaming media make it easier for people to watch their favorite comedians without leaving home?
Thursday, July 26
time: 1330 - 1430 (1:30 - 2:30 PM)
You Know What Dude! provides you a seat at that table as comedians new and old try to one up and out wit each other.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1400 - 1430 (2:00 - 2:30 PM)
Go inside the boardroom as executives from Bell Media discuss multi-channel opportunities across CraveTV, Much Studios, Snackable, and CTV.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1430 - 1530 (2:30 - 3:30 PM)
We’re thrilled to welcome back last year’s “Just For Laughs Comedy Writer of the Year” to offer up his outspoken observances and opinions.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1500 - 1600 (3:00 - 4:00 PM)
In Good One, a comedian/writer/director comes on to play and then talk about the history/process/comedic philosophy behind their best jokes.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1545 - 1630 (3:45 - 4:30 PM)
Is being funny the fastest route to being a surefire money-maker? Learn how comedy makes dollars and sense in today’s fragmented media market.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1545 - 1645 (3:45 - 4:45 PM)
Anthony Atamanuik brings his popular portrayal of the Commander-in-Chief to the ComedyPRO stage.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1645 - 1745 (4:45 - 5:45 PM)
Cameron opens up about her new special and the reaction she’s received since it went viral.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1645 - 1745 (4:45 - 5:45 PM)
Where the best unproduced and unencumbered scripts from both the US and Canada are brought to life by an all-star cast!
Thursday, July 26
time: 1700 - 1800 (5:00 - 6:00 PM)
Settling the question of which city offers a better experience in stand-up comedy.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1700 - 1900 (5:00 - 7:00 PM)
Variety’s newly-anointed “10 Comics To Watch” will be presented at this exclusive cocktail party.
Thursday, July 26
time: 1900 - 2030 (7:00 - 8:30 PM)
Kevin Hart and his digital platform, Laugh Out Loud!, screen the top 5 short films as determined by audience voting. At the end of the screening, one filmmaker will walk away with a development deal with LOL!
Thursday, July 26
time: 1900 - 2045 (7:00 - 8:45 PM)
The future stars of SNL don’t hold back during one of the funniest shows of the series.
Friday, July 27
time: 0900 - 1100 (9:00 - 11:00 AM)
Comedian Jim Norton and host Sam Roberts are on SiriusXM every morning discussing current news topics, social trends, and life, talking with listeners and celebrity guests.
Friday, July 27
time: 0900 - 2000 (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
The Just For Laughs Welcome Desk is located at the Hyatt Regency Montreal (1255 rue Jeanne-Mance), in front of the Creation Room, on Level 6.
Friday, July 27
time: 1000 - 1700 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
JFL ComedyPRO Delegates can sign up for three, one-on-one private meetings with the comedy industry’s leading digital, web and TV executives. Each meeting lasts 15 minutes and provides unprecedented access to development, production and programming professionals.
Friday, July 27
time: 1100 - 1230 (11:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
Just For Laughs and the Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP) showcase five new program ideas presented by the comedians, writers, and sketch performers who created them. Presented by Project 10 Productions.
Friday, July 27
time: 1200 - 1300 (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
Todd Glass brings on his funny friends and they talk about whatever they want.
Friday, July 27
time: 1300 - 1400 (1:00 - 2:00 PM)
Sit down with Variety’s 2018 “10 Comics to Watch” for an hour of pure, uncensored, and honest conversation about comedy.
Friday, July 27
time: 1300 - 1400 (1:00 - 2:00 PM)
A one-on-one conversation with some of the biggest names in comedy.
Friday, July 27
time: 1330 - 1430 (1:30 - 2:30 PM)
This inspirational weekly series provides an “all access pass” to the entertainment business through the eyes of comedy manager/producer Barry Katz and the industry’s biggest “behind the scenes” players.
Friday, July 27
time: 1415 - 1500 (2:15 - 3:00 PM)
Learn how animation breaks new ground, takes no prisoners, and gets away with their characters saying pretty much whatever they want.
Friday, July 27
time: 1500 - 1615 (3:00 - 4:15 PM)
Join us in celebrating the leading talent in the comedy industry at the 2018 Just for Laughs Awards Show!
Friday, July 27
time: 1500 - 1600 (3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Chosen Family is an energetic podcast hosted by comedians Thomas Leblanc and Tranna Wintour that shines a light on the importance of community at the intersection of art, comedy, gender, and sexuality.
Friday, July 27
time: 1600 - 1800 (4:00 - 6:00 PM)
The Todd Shapiro Show is a daily live talk show featuring one of Canada’s most hilarious, original and beloved radio personalities.
Friday, July 27
time: 1630 - 1830 (4:30 - 6:30 PM)
Two women in comedy talking about women and comedy.
Friday, July 27
time: 1645 - 1745 (4:45 - 5:45 PM)
A festival tradition with the Sultan of Schadenfreude.
Friday, July 27
time: 1700 - 1800 (5:00 - 6:00 PM)
Hosts Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam are bringing their show to Montreal for a night of recapping, chatter, and ridiculous impersonations.
Friday, July 27
time: 2130 - 2300 (9:30 - 11:00 PM)
Catch the best and brightest “10 Comics To Watch” as they hit the stage and show you why they made the 2018 list.
Friday, July 27
time: 2359 - 0300 (11:59 PM - 3:00 AM)
Only a schmuck would miss out on the most talked-about party of the festival!
Saturday, July 28
time: 0900 - 2000 (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
The Just For Laughs Welcome Desk is located at the Hyatt Regency Montreal (1255 rue Jeanne-Mance), in front of the Creation Room, on Level 6.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1000 - 1700 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
JFL ComedyPRO Delegates can sign up for three, one-on-one private meetings with the comedy industry’s leading digital, web and TV executives. Each meeting lasts 15 minutes and provides unprecedented access to development, production and programming professionals.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1130 - 1230 (11:30 - 12:30 PM)
Getting Curious is a weekly exploration of all the things Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye, Gay of Thrones) is curious about.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1200 - 1300 (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
This queer comedy party celebrates pop culture obsessions and interrogates guests on their personal experiences with dating, sex and love.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1300 - 1400 (1:00 - 2:00 PM)
Meet some of the fearless comics who find the funny in today’s world of instant news and deep political divide.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1330 - 1430 (1:30 - 2:30 PM)
Combatting the notion that musicals should be “carefully crafted” or “thought out at all.”
Saturday, July 28
time: 1500 - 1600 (3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Everybody had to start somewhere, right? (Hosted by Wanda Sykes)
Saturday, July 28
time: 1500 - 1600 (3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Every week Erin and Bryan give their fresh takes on pop culture, women’s issues, and LGBT issues with hilarity and vulgarity.
Saturday, July 28
time: 1630 - 1800 (4:30 - 6:00 PM)
Comedian Doug Benson hosts a podcast where he talks to his hilarious special surprise guests about his first love … movies!
Saturday, July 28
time: 1630 - 1730 (4:30 - 5:30 PM)
LAS CULTURISTAS is a weekly podcast (and live show, “I DON’T THINK SO, HONEY”) hosted by Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang.