Brian Posehn Announces Calgary Comedy Run

Brian Posehn, the Emmy-nominated comedian, actor and writer, is bringing his brand of deadpan humor and pop-culture obsessions to Calgary this August. On July 18, Posehn posted on Instagram, “Hey Calgary, AB! You just got lucky! I’ll be there August 14-16th doing 5 shows at The Laugh Shop! Tickets are on sale now! https://laughshopcalgary.com or go to brianposehn.com link in bio.” With five dates set over three nights, fans in Alberta have multiple chances to catch Posehn live in The Laugh Shop’s intimate East Village venue.

Tour Dates And Ticket Info

Posehn’s Calgary residency runs August 14, 15 and 16, offering multiple shows each evening. Tickets went on sale immediately after the Instagram announcement and can be purchased via laughshopcalgary.com or through brianposehn.com. The Laugh Shop, Calgary’s first standalone comedy club since 2018, features tiered seating for roughly 200 guests, a full-service bar and late-night showtimes. General-admission seats start at CAD 30 plus fees, while VIP packages—complete with early seating and a post-show meet-and-greet—are available on select dates.

Canadian Tour Kicks Off In Winnipeg

This Calgary stint follows Posehn’s earlier Canadian dates in Winnipeg, where he performed July 10-12 at Rumor’s Comedy Club. In a separate Instagram post, the comedian invited Winnipeg audiences to his shows, writing, “Hey what’s up Winnipeg, CA? I’ll be visiting you July 10-12 and doing some comedy at Rumor’s this summer. Tickets are on sale now—be sure to get yours at: https://rumorscomedyclub.com/events/1741908143291 or go to brianposehn.com link in bio. See you soon!” Reviews from Winnipeg praised his knack for mixing classic rock and sci-fi references with self-deprecating punchlines, setting the tone for his upcoming Alberta appearances.

Posehn’s Comedy Credentials

Born July 6, 1966 in Sacramento, California, Brian Posehn began his stand-up career in the early ’90s before landing writing gigs on Mr. Show with Bob and David and The Sarah Silverman Program. He earned two Primetime Emmy nominations as a writer for The Late Show with David Letterman and appeared as “Bob” on The Big Bang Theory. A lifelong metalhead, Posehn has lent his gravelly voice to animated series including Metalocalypse, Steven Universe and Adventure Time. He also co-created the cult comic series Grommets with writer Rick Remender, which drew praise for its offbeat humor and heartfelt storytelling.

Posehn’s style blends absurd riffs on video games, comic books and heavy metal with a delivery that is as laid-back as it is razor-sharp. His comedy albums—such as Fart and Wiener Jokes and The Fartist—have charted on Billboard’s comedy listings, and he remains a fixture on the podcast circuit. Whether riffing on memes, tabletop gaming or the occasional sad trombone, Posehn’s sets promise a mix of niche references and broad-appeal punchlines.

Fans in Calgary should mark their calendars for August 14-16, secure their tickets early and prepare for a weekend of uniquely Posehn-flavored comedy. From intimate crowd work to pop-culture deep dives, this limited run at The Laugh Shop underscores why Brian Posehn continues to be one of stand-up’s most original voices.

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