Good Laughs comedy show in support of Michael Garron Hospital set for May 21

By COLE HESSION

“Laughs for a good cause” is the motto of Good Laughs, an annual stand-up comedy event which is returning to East Toronto with performances on the night of Wednesday, May 21.

Good Laughs is a stand-up comedy show and fundraiser, with all proceeds going to support Michael Garron Hospital in East York.

What makes the show special is the comedians performing on the stage will be members of Toronto’s legal community.

“I am a courtroom business disputes lawyer and have found a clear link between the skills of an advocate and the skills of stand-up comedy,” said Good Laughs founder Michael Currie.

“Lawyers, and barristers in particular, have plenty of experience public speaking, writing submissions, and working on their craft of persuasive advocacy. Some lawyers then see stand-up comedy as the next challenge, requiring them to write material and work on their delivery.”

This year’s Good Laughs event is set for the night of May 21, at the Comedy Bar Danforth, 2800 Danforth Ave. just east of Dawes Road. Show times will be at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

The evening will be hosted by comedian and CBC radio personality Gavin Crawford.

Tickets are $75 and tax receipts for $55 can be issued since the evening is raising funds for Michael Garron Hospital on Coxwell Avenue.

For more information on Good Laughs, and to order tickets, please go to https://mghf.akaraisin.com/ui/GoodLaughs2025