 Quinn Lague performing at the Open Mic at Comedy on Mackay There are a lot of reasons why people do standup comedy.
Some do it for the pure joy of short-form storytelling—turning life’s absurdities into something others can relate to. Some do it for the attention. Some use it to process the horrific and the terrific—to reclaim their story. For me, it’s the last one: reclaiming my narrative.
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AuthorTina Cruz (@tinatellsjokes) is a comedian, musician, writer, and producer whose sharp, introspective humour explores cultural identity, family dysfunction, dating, and personal chaos. She performs in English, French, and Spanish, and is the founder and co-producer of Comedy on Mackay, voted #1 Best Comedy Night by CultMTL readers. Tina has performed across Canada and the U.S., produced a successful run at FringeMTL 2025, performed at LadyFestMTL 2025, and trained at The Second City and Montreal Improv. She is also the author of How to Host a Comedy Show: A Practical Guide to Running the Room. Archives
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