Where Art Meets Comedy

Join us for an unforgettable evening blending visual artistry with stand-up comedy. Experience the collision of two worlds in a celebration of creativity and laughter.

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Featured Speakers

Meet the incredible panelists, artists and comedians who will light up the stage:

Panelists

Dr Kristine Dizon

Writer Musician Poet Comedian Producer

Prolific writer and classical musician known for her engaging storytelling and quality comedic writing.

Sara Meleika

Comedian Producer

Comedian and producer with a passion for performance.

Tyler Lemco

Artist Comedian

Fostering a creative community for people who like to make art, have fun, and feel good.

Steve P. Adams

Illustrator Comedian

A multi-talented performer blending art and comedy.

Jonathan Burrello

Illustrator Comedian

Bringing a unique Illustratoric perspective to comedy.

Exhibitors

Dr Kristine Dizon

Writer Musician Poet Comedian Producer

Prolific writer and classical musician known for her engaging storytelling and quality comedic writing.

Jonathan Burrello

Illustrator Comedian

Bringing a unique Illustratoric perspective to comedy.

Miguel McKenna

Illustrator Comedian

Illustrator and comedian known for creative performances.

Aloe Azimov

Comedian Producer Writer

Producing laughs and great comedy shows.

Mary D. Nomo

Mary D. Nomo

Glassblower Comedian

Sculpting jokes and comedy from everyday life.

Nicolas Lachance-Brais

Concept Artist Dance Teacher

Concept artist and computer graphics expert with a keen eye for capturing moments in time.

Performers

Sara Meleika

Comedian Producer

Comedian and producer with a passion for performance.

Saba Jakeman

Host Comedian Producer Artist

Bringing diverse perspectives from multiple cultures who is coproducer at Comedy On Mackay.

Jonathan Burrello

Illustrator Comedian

Bringing a unique Illustratoric perspective to comedy.

Miguel McKenna

Illustrator Comedian

Illustrator and comedian known for creative performances.

Erik Intrevado

Comedian Producer Musician

Comedian and producer making things happen on stage.

Aloe Azimov

Comedian Producer Writer

Producing laughs and great comedy shows.

Alan Fregtman

Programmer VFX Artist Comedian Producer

Funny nerd that made this website and cofounded Comedy On Mackay.

Mary D. Nomo

Mary D. Nomo

Glassblower Comedian

Sculpting jokes and comedy from everyday life.

Event Schedule

A day of Dialogue, Creativity, and Comedy

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Panel

Panel Discussion / Workshop Segment

Facilitated by Dr. Kristine Dizon (Banting Postdoctoral Fellow) with guest panelists Sara Meleika, Tyler Lemco, Steve P. Adams and Jonathan Burrello.

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM Art

Exhibition

Featuring visual art, comics, and creative works by local artists.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Comedy

Stand-Up Comedy Show

Hosted by Saba Jakeman.

Featuring performances by Sara Maleika, Steve P. Adams, Jonathan Burrello, Miguel McKenna, Erik Intrevado, Mary D. Nomo and Alan Fregtman.

Video Replay Coming Soon

About The Team

The passionate people behind Arts For Laughs

Dr Kristine Dizon
Founder

Dr Kristine Dizon

Visionary with a passion for breaking down barriers between art forms.

Alan Fregtman
Technologist

Alan Fregtman

Award-winning VFX specialist, sound recordist, mixer, web designer & more.

Saba Jakeman
Cinematographer

Saba Jakeman

Cinematographer and visual storyteller capturing the essence of our events.

Erik Intrevado
Marketing Strategist

Erik Intrevado

Comedian and producer guiding our outreach and engagement efforts.

Our Mission

Arts For Laughs was born from a simple idea: what if we could create a space where visual art and comedy coexist, influence each other, and create something entirely new? We believe that both art forms share a common goal—to make us feel, think, and see the world differently.

Our team is dedicated to curating exceptional experiences that celebrate creativity in all its forms, bringing together diverse voices and perspectives to challenge conventions and spark joy.

Get In Touch

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Event Information

Date & Time

Friday, December 12, 2025
Doors open at 10AM

Closest Metro

Guy-Concordia Station