Chatting with Vancouver Comedian Sebastien Bourgault

Sebastien Bourgault is one of the funniest men on the planet: He started his career in French, and became an overnight success! 10 years ago he learned English and is now taking the community by storm! A former columnist for Radio-Canada and a TV commercial spokesperson, Sebastien has more than 2000 performances and experience in 15 Gala TV Juste pour Rire Grand Rire and Comedy Clubs, as well as 50 outdoor stages… he has performed numerous shows at the Just for Laughs festival, and even performed at Los Angeles’ famous comedy clubs: the Comedy Store and the Hollywood Improv, as well as Gotham Comedy Club in NYC! He headlined at the Cobbs San Francisco and the punchline Sacramento. Now you can see him in Vancouver. You can find Sebastien Bourgault live from Vancouver Playhouse on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 6:30 PM.

Sebastien Bourgault

How would you describe your comedy style?

Talking about life, my perception of being French in America.

Who are some of your influences?

Jim Carrey, Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno.

Who was your favourite comedian growing up?

Jim Carrey.

Who is your favourite comedian now?

Me.

What is your pre-show ritual?

Just remind me how grateful I am to be a comedian.

What is your favourite place you have performed? Why?

HOLLYWOOD IMPROV, because it is the core of comedy.

What is your favourite bit you have written and why were you proud of it?

Blockbuster because it funny.

What is your favourite medium for listening or finding new comics/comedians?

Youtube.

Do you have anything to promote right now?

Yes, I’m recording my album for the Junos on JULY 30 at the yuk yuks surrey and I have my one-man show at the playhouse Vancouver on NOVEMBER 26 2022.

Tickets here.

Where can we follow you? 

This is my dream and you can watch my vlog and be part of my amazing journey (Vancouver to Los Angeles).