Dec 21, 2015
Comedian, writer, Jeff Rothpan is originally from Montreal.
His comedy career began when he was just 16 years old.
Soon after an appearance at The Just For Laughs Comedy Festival he
moved to L.A., but despite his success at the Festival he struggled
in L.A.
But by the time he hit age 23 he hit his stride and he...
Dec 7, 2015
In his youth Dan Mailer was in band that performed widely and
recorded an album in Nashville. He was on his way to a career in
music, but decided instead to pursue a career in law.
These days Dan is a trial lawyer in London, Ontario. I met him at
his home to talk about how he uses his love of music and lyrics to
help...
Nov 24, 2015
David Ben is a Canadian stage magician, sleight of hand artist,
author, magic historian, creative consultant and former tax
lawyer.
David was educated at the University of Toronto (BA), the
University of Western Ontario (LLB), and the London School of
Economics (LLM).
We talk about his decision to leave his law...
Nov 1, 2015
Ron James is one of the most successful comedians in Canada.
With a comedian’s eye for satire and a poet’s ear for language, Ron cuts a wide swath through contemporary culture making him a stand out amongst stand-ups.
His path to success includes improvising with Second City, a stint on a TV show in the U.S., and...
Oct 26, 2015
Kate has almost three decades of experience in theatre.
She’s just directed a play in a prison with the William Head on
Stage Prison Theatre Company and the Prison Arts Collective.
It's the only inmate-run prison theatre company in Canada and they
invite the public into the prison to experience their shows.
Kate...