Mehdi Bousaidan, Rachid Badouri & Mona de Grenoble at Exclam Comedy Festival
Exclam Festival Returns to Montreal with Global Francophone Humor
Table of Contents
- Exclam Festival Returns to Montreal with Global Francophone Humor
- Exclam Festival: Your Guide to Global Francophone Humor in Montreal
- What is the Exclam Festival?
- When and Where is the Exclam Festival Taking Place?
- Who are the Key Performers at the Exclam Festival?
- What is the “La Relève par Montreux” Competition?
- What Can I Expect at the Opening and Closing Shows?
- What is the Significance of Exclam Festival?
- Exclam Festival: Rapid Facts
Montreal is set to welcome back the Exclam festival, a festivity of Francophone humor, from May 17 to 24. After a year’s hiatus, the festival promises a vibrant return with a diverse lineup of comedic talent.
A Lineup of International and Local Stars
Approximately forty artists will grace the stage,including Quebecois favorites such as Mehdi Bousaidan,Rachid Badouri,Mona de Grenoble,Korine Côté,Anas Hassouna,and Oussama Fares. the festival will also feature comedians from various continents, showcasing the breadth of Francophone comedic styles.
Exclam: A Hub for Innovation in Humor
Founded in 2023, the Exclam festival aims to spotlight humor from across the Francophone world, positioning itself au cœur d’un laboratoire d’innovations
—at the heart of a laboratory of innovation.
Opening Night: A Babel of Laughter
The festival’s program, featuring 15 unique shows, will commence with Babel, an evening hosted by Mehdi Bousaidan. The opening show will feature Rachid Badouri, Sarah Lélé from Belgium, Bruno Peki from Switzerland, and Wary Nichen, who is Franco-Algerian. Adding an international twist, South korean comedian Danny Cho will perform a set with simultaneous translation.
La Relève par Montreux: Showcasing Emerging Talent
Exclam will also host the semi-finals for Africa, America, and Europe in the international competition, La Relève par Montreux. These three evenings will be animated by Moroccan comedian Oualas,Korine Côté,and Belgian comedian Alex Vizorek,respectively. Mona de Grenoble will host the grand finale of this competition on may 24.
A Grand Finale with Friends
The festival will conclude with a performance featuring Anas Hassouna, Oussama Fares, and their comedic friends, promising a memorable end to the week-long celebration.
Venues Across Montreal
Performances will be held at several prominent venues across Montreal, including Salle Pierre-Mercure, Théâtre national, Club Soda, and Théâtre Sainte-Catherine.
Expanding Humor in Montreal
The Exclam festival’s visual identity reflects how lively, colorful and diverse the festival is. Montreal will finally have the chance to discover dozens of new faces of global Francophone humor.
Exclam Festival: Your Guide to Global Francophone Humor in Montreal
Montreal is gearing up to host the Exclam festival, a vibrant celebration of Francophone humor from around the world. Here’s everything you need to know about this exciting event.
What is the Exclam Festival?
The Exclam festival is a comedy festival that spotlights humor from across the Francophone world.It aims to be a hub for innovation in humor, showcasing diverse talents and comedic styles. The festival takes place in Montreal, offering a platform for both local and international artists.
When and Where is the Exclam Festival Taking Place?
The Exclam festival will be held from May 17 to May 24. Performances will occur at several prominent venues across Montreal, including:
Salle Pierre-Mercure
Théâtre national
Club Soda
Théâtre Sainte-Catherine
Who are the Key Performers at the Exclam Festival?
The festival boasts a lineup of approximately forty artists, including both Quebecois favorites and international comedians. Some notable performers include:
Mehdi Bousaidan
Rachid Badouri
Mona de Grenoble
Korine Côté
Anas Hassouna
Oussama Fares
Sarah Lélé (Belgium)
Bruno Peki (Switzerland)
Wary Nichen (Franco-algerian)
Danny Cho (South Korea)
What is the “La Relève par Montreux” Competition?
Exclam will host the semi-finals for Africa, America, and Europe in the international comedy competition, ”la Relève par Montreux”. This competition showcases emerging comedic talent from around the world.
Semi-Final Hosts: Oualas (Morocco), Korine Côté, and Alex Vizorek (Belgium) will host the semi-final evenings.
Grand Finale host: Mona de Grenoble will host the grand finale on May 24.
What Can I Expect at the Opening and Closing Shows?
Opening Night ( Babel ): Hosted by Mehdi Bousaidan, the opening show will feature a mix of comedians like Rachid badouri, Sarah Lélé, Bruno Peki, and Wary Nichen. Adding an international touch, South Korean comedian Danny Cho will perform a set with simultaneous translation.
Grand Finale: The festival will conclude with a performance featuring Anas Hassouna,Oussama Fares,and their comedic friends.
What is the Significance of Exclam Festival?
The Exclam festival is meaningful for several reasons:
Promoting francophone Humor: It provides a platform for Francophone comedians from various countries, showcasing the diversity and richness of their comedic styles.
Hub for Innovation: The festival aims to be a “laboratory of innovation,” fostering creativity and experimentation in comedy.
Cultural Exchange: It facilitates cultural exchange between comedians and audiences from different backgrounds.
Supporting Emerging Talent: Through the “La Relève par Montreux” competition,the festival supports and promotes emerging comedic talent.
Exclam Festival: Rapid Facts
| Feature | Description |
| —————— | ———————————————————————————————————————————————————– |
| Dates | May 17 – May 24 |
| Location | Montreal, canada |
| Number of Artists | Approximately 40 |
| number of Shows | 15 |
| Featured Talent | Mehdi Bousaidan, Rachid Badouri, Mona de Grenoble, Korine Côté, Anas Hassouna, Oussama Fares, Sarah Lélé, Bruno Peki, Wary Nichen, Danny Cho. |
| Key Event | “La Relève par Montreux” semi-finals and grand finale |
| Venues | Salle Pierre-Mercure, Théâtre national, Club Soda, Théâtre Sainte-Catherine. |
| Focus | Showcasing global Francophone humor and fostering innovation in comedy. |
| Previous Editions | First edition in 2023, second edition in 2025. |