Welcome to Vanguard Comedy Theatre

The Laugh Professors

"Vanguard Comedy Theatre is the home for all things comedic in Toronto. Improv, sketch, stand-up, long-form, one-person shows, online videos, acting, experimental… If it's funny, you’ll find it here.

Vanguard specializes in classes for beginners and for the experienced comedians. When you’re ready to take your skills to the next level, The Vanguard Master Class Program allows you to learn from some of the hottest and most respected performers in the business, from writers and performers of Saturday Night Live to The Colbert Report. For many students, it’s a chance to simply hone their skills alongside their comedy heroes. For more information, check out our current course lineup!"

Meet the Teams

 

Meet the Talent

Latest News

  • The Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company comes to Toronto! - 03/10/2010
    On Saturday, May 8th, for the first time ever, the world renowned Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company makes its Toronto debut to perform a few hilarious ASSSSCAT sets LIVE at CBC's prestigious Glenn Gould Studio!...

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Testimonials

  • "Best thing since, well, since I passed health care. What, you think you're better than me?!" - U.S. President Barack Obama.

  • "I'm thinking of taking a class there." Jay Leno, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

  • "Never heard of it. Who are you?" Anonymous

  • "Vanguard is great, they keep bringing up those current SNL people. Give them this letter for me." Dean Edwards, SNL featured player, 2001-2003

  • "It's cold up there but it's worth the trip to see their shows. They're LOL-tastic!" Satan (Prince of Darkness)

  • "Did you just add me on Facebook the other day? Stop following me." Anonymous

  • "If I was resurrected tomorrow, I would go see a Vanguard show. Or skydive! Ooh, that'd be fun, I'd probably do that instead." Orson Welles

  • "I love Vanguard. They're the best. OK? Happy? Please untie me. I have a family." Anonymous

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Classes

Upcoming Classes