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A live comedy event followed by CBC IDEAS · Hosted by Nahlah Ayed

Rescheduled to May 1, 2026

Existing tickets remain valid; refunds available for those unable to attend.

7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Stratford City Hall Auditorium

1 Wellington St. Stratford, ON

What happens when some of Canada’s sharpest comedic minds take on the myths, contradictions, and quirks of Canadian life—live? 

The gloves come off and the laughs roll as a celebrated and award winning comedian Martha Chaves hits the stage for a no-holds-barred performance of comedy, satire, and gut-busting honesty. From clichés to the complexities of cultural identity, she’ll riff, react, and reinvent what it means to be Canadian.

Expect razor-sharp wit, fearless storytelling, and wildly unexpected turns in this one-night-only performance. This is Canada as you’ve never laughed at it before.  Hosted by Stratford’s own satirist Brittlestar.

Following the performance, join CBC IDEAS host Nahlah Ayed, and comedians Martha Chaves and Deb McGrath for a sharp, hilarious, and thought-provoking evening exploring the role of comedy in shaping Canada’s national identity. From political satire to everyday absurdities, comedy has long served as a kind of Canadian shield—deflecting, reflecting, and revealing who we are. 

In this live panel event, some of the country’s funniest minds delve into how humour and satire can expose national truths, challenge cultural myths, and unite us through laughter. Together, they’ll explore questions at the heart of our comedic culture: 

• What can satire reveal about who we are as a nation? 
• How do comedians complicate the stories we tell about ourselves? 
• And why is laughing at ourselves such a quintessentially Canadian act? 

Presented in partnership with CBC IDEAS and Destination Stratford as part of the Provocation Ideas Festival, this is an evening of insight, irreverence, and maybe even identity redefinition—served with a punchline. 

Cost: $40.00

Seats are limited. Reserve here!