They’re fun, uncensored, and it seems, growing in number in Alberta. Despite (or because of) the cold weather, comedy clubs in Edmonton are seeing packed audiences — from franchise venues to bars and lounges.
And comedy’s definitely made a comeback after the pandemic.
“Over the past couple years and especially since COVID, comedy has really seen a rise,” said Ashley Soper, manager of Yuk Yuk’s inside Century Casino.
While some popular comedy venues, like The Empress Ale House, did not make it through COVID shutdowns, comedy clubs like the north Edmonton franchise have never seen audiences bigger, Soper said.
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When comedian Lisa Baker was approached
