One Night. Two Shows. Zero Filter.
Comedy on The Drive returns to the York Theatre featuring Johnny Perrotta, Chris Griffin, Yumi Nagashima, Gio Rizz and Damonde Tschritter — plus special guest Reza Peyk.
Saturday, October 24 | 7 PM Sold Out | 9:30 PM On Sale | York Theatre
Presented by the Commercial Drive Business Society
Due to overwhelming demand, we’ve added a second show at 9:30 PM.
Tickets are selling fast — get yours before they’re gone!
LAUGH & DINE
The laughs don’t have to end at the theatre.
Show your Comedy on The Drive ticket at participating comedy partners for exclusive offers before or after the show. Come for the comedy, stay for everything The Drive has to offer.
MEET THE TALENT
JOHNNY PERROTTA
Johnny Perrotta is a charismatic storyteller, actor and writer whose down-to-earth humour and larger-than-life stories have made him a favourite with audiences across North America. A Vancouver-based touring headliner, Johnny has shared the stage with comedy greats including Robin Williams, Ron Funches and Jay Pharoah. His screen credits include Supergirl, The X-Files, ABC’s The Crossing and Italian Family Christmas with Beau Bridges, as well as playing Angelo “Quack Quack” Ruggiero in The Victoria Gotti Story. With blue-collar roots, quick wit and a gift for turning everyday life into outrageous stories, John knows how to get a room laughing.
CHRIS GRIFFIN
Chris Griffin has built a reputation as one of Canada’s most dynamic comedic storytellers, turning his wildest life experiences into the kind of stories you can’t believe are true. A winner of the Vancouver Comedy Competition and finalist at the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, Chris has appeared at Just For Laughs Vancouver for ten consecutive years and earned two Vancouver Comedy Awards. He’s shared the stage with comedy heavyweights including Norm MacDonald, Tom Papa, Mark Normand and Fortune Feimster, and recently hosted for John Mulaney, Mike Birbiglia, Fred Armisen and Nick Kroll. His full-length special Words Have Consequences is available through 800 Pound Gorilla Media.
YUMI NAGASHIMA
Tokyo-born, Vancouver-based comedian Yumi Nagashima has been winning over audiences with her unmistakably dry, intimate and slightly dark style of comedy since 2015. One of Canada’s most distinctive comedic voices, Yumi has appeared on Comedy Central Asia and CBC’s The Debaters, along with comedy festivals and stages across Canada and beyond. Her popular YouTube channel, Yumi Tube, has attracted a global following of nearly 170,000 subscribers. Drawing humour from cultural differences, relationships and her experiences building a life in Canada, Yumi delivers sharp observations with an understated style that makes the punchlines hit even harder.
GIO RIZZ
Gio Rizz is a Vancouver-based comedian, producer, husband and new father — which means he has no shortage of material. The producer behind Unfiltered Comedy, Gio has become a familiar face on Vancouver’s comedy scene, performing at Underground Comedy Club, Yuk Yuk’s and House of Comedy, while becoming a mainstay at The Comedy Ring. His edgy, unfiltered style finds the funny in marriage, fatherhood, family dynamics and his Italian upbringing. Brutally honest and never afraid to go there, Gio has a knack for saying exactly what everyone else in the room is thinking — including the things they probably know better than to say out loud.
DAMONDE TSCHRITTER
Damonde Tschritter is an award-winning Canadian comedian and master storyteller whose sharp wit and hilarious observations have made him a favourite with audiences across North America. The first Canadian to win the prestigious Seattle International Comedy Competition, Damonde has appeared on HBO, Comedy Central, NBC and alongside Conan O’Brien, with hour-long specials on CTV and CBC. A regular on CBC Radio’s The Debaters, he has performed at Just For Laughs and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and tours with the popular Snowed In Comedy Tour. With a natural gift for storytelling, Damonde finds the hilarious in everyday life.
REZA PEYK | SPECIAL GUEST
Vancouver-based comedian Reza Peyk has been bringing his high-energy, unfiltered style of comedy to stages across North America for more than two decades. Since launching his stand-up career in 2003, Reza has performed at notable venues including the world-famous Laugh Factory in Hollywood and House of Blues in Las Vegas, and has been featured on CBC television and radio. Drawing from his experiences immigrating to Canada as a teenager, his Persian upbringing, family life, relationships and years in the corporate world, Reza turns real-life experiences into sharp, relatable comedy. Bold, animated and never afraid to push the envelope, he brings an infectious energy to the stage — and plenty to say about the absurdities of everyday life.
COMEDY PARTNERS
Enjoy exclusive offers before or after the show when you show your Comedy on The Drive ticket.
ABSINTHE BISTRO
Absinthe blends classic and modern French cuisine with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
DI FORNO PIZZERIA
From timeless classics to bold house creations, every pizza is made fresh and baked to perfection.
A 10-inch pizza for $9.99 +tax (almost 50% discount).
JAMJAR CANTEEN
Fresh, flavourful Lebanese cuisine made for sharing, from creamy hummus and mezze to shawarma and falafel.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
KIARO CANNABIS
Enjoy 15% off select Pre-Rolls & Infused Pre-Rolls, in-store and online.
Order ahead and pick up before the show. 19+ only.
BAR CORSO
A modern Italian bar serving cicchetti, handcrafted cocktails and an impressive selection of wine and small sharing plates.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
HAVANA VANCOUVER
Vibrant Latin flavours meet Pacific Northwest ingredients at this colourful neighbourhood favourite with an iconic year-round patio.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
NASA BAKERY + CAFÉ
A welcoming Turkish bakery and café serving traditional pastries, breads, breakfast dishes and savoury specialties.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
BOMBAY KITCHEN + BAR
Authentic Indian cuisine featuring flavourful curries, tandoori favourites, biryani and fresh-baked naan.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
HARIYALI EXPRESS INDIAN CUISINE + BAR
A warm, inviting destination for authentic Indian dishes bursting with aromatic spices and bold flavours.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
SAL Y LIMON MEXICAN CUISINE
Tacos, tortas, burritos, and other fare that capture the flavors of Mexico's street food culture.
15% off dine-in orders with proof of comedy ticket (excludes alcohol).
