The Underground Comedy Railroad in Montreal

　
 

The original Underground Railroad was used in the 19th century to escape to free states and Canada. Thousands were saved through the use of passages, secret routes and safe houses and it gave freedom and opportunity to oppressed African Americans . In dedication, The Underground Comedy Railroad tour is the voice of black Canadians and this February which coincides with Black History Month, will play in cities across Canada. With accomplished Canadian Comedians who are truly outstanding homegrown celebrities, it will offer a remarkable perspective which is uniquely Canadian. Playing in Montreal from February 19th to the 21st at the Comedy Works , it will feature out of town comedians Daniel Woodrow, Keesha Brownie, Patrick Haye and from Montreal, the creator of the show Rodney Ramsey and Andrew Searles.

Rodney Ramsey represented Montreal in the Just for Laughs home grown competition, which premiered on City TV’s in House comics. He also performed on The Debaters which was aired on CBC radio and broadcast across Canada. While living in Toronto he was published in The Toronto Star newspaper for winning the best Obama joke contest and performed with Second City’s "The Bench". In 2013, he wrote and performed on CBC’s "This hour has 22 Minutes" and also starred in the new dark comedy series "24 hour Rental". Rodney’s charming persona and ultra-magnetic stage presence make for a great comedian to watch now and in the years to come.

After grossing the highest weekend ever at the Saint-Catherine Theatre with his show ``C`est Moi! C`est Chocolat``, Andrew Searles is one of the fastest rising stars on the Montreal Comedy Scene. He was nominated "Top 10 Best Stand-up Comedians in Montreal" four years straight by the Montreal Mirror. He has worked with the likes of Russell Peters and Sugar Sammy and debuted on his own comedy special in 2013 on National television for the new Canadian stand-up comedy show ``No Kidding`` . A favorite at the Colleges & Universities in Montreal, he can also be seen at comedy Clubs across Canada, a really charming and friendly guy that is talented, dedicated and entertaining to be around. (Note - Andrew Searles is only performing the 19 & 21st, and will NOT be performing on both shows Friday 20th due to prior commitments.)

You can visit their website at http://undergroundcomedyrailroad.com/ or visit the Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/326966904174317/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming. Don`t miss a chance to support local Montreal talent and enjoy a great night laughing.