5 Vancouver comedy events to check out this week: August 11 to 17

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August rolls on with comedy galore! Improv, stand-up, and storytelling – here is our list of five comedy events to check out in Vancouver from August 11 to 17.

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Improv Voltron: One Year Anniversary Special

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What: For The Radical’s One Year Anniversary, they have invited back two of their favourite Improv Voltron guests for their first-ever triple bill. Joining them at the Heritage Grill is Union Jacked and Carmelahhh Comedy.
When: August 11
Time: 8 pm
Where: The Heritage Grill – 447 Columbia Street, Vancouver
Tickets: At the door, $10

Story Story Lie: All Stars

What: Zain Meghji, Nic Enright-Morin, Burcu, Suzy Rawsome, Mark Hughes try trick you so they can win the coveted Story Story Lie All Stars Championship Trophy. Hosted by Jo Dworschak.
When: August 11
Time: 8 pm
Where: Fox Cabaret – 2321 Main Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $10-$12

The Dining Room by AR Gurney

What: The Rogues annual Performance Intensive presents The Dining Room, a brilliantly conceived and richly humorous play. The all-female cast portrays a wide array of diverse characters in a a theatrical experience of compassionate humour and abundant humanity.
When: August 12 and 13
Time: 8 pm (Saturday), 2 pm and 8 pm (Sunday)
Where: Rogues West Actors Studio – #400-1026 Davie Street, Vancouver
Tickets: At the door, $15

Vancouver Stand Up Comedy Wildfire Relief Show

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What: Some of BC’s finest comedians join forces for a night of amazing comedy in aid of the people and animals who have been effected by the terrible wildfires. Featuring Simon King, Ivan Decker, Kathleen McGee, Tim Nutt, Dino Archie, Kevin Foxx, Justin Nichol and more.
When: August 13
Time: 8 pm
Where: Yuk Yuk’s Vancouver – 2837 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $20

Coming Out Stories

What: Queer Prov’s late show features the “Coming Out” stories of some of the cast members, which will inspire improv scenes.
When: August 14
Time: 10 pm
Where: XY YVR – 1216 Bute Street, Vancouver
Tickets: At the door, $10