Ellen Degeneres on Bill For US Just For Laughs

Many people have enjoyed the comedic lineup during the Just For Laughs festival which is held in Montreal and Toronto annually. 

For the first time ever, there will be an American version of the event, Just For Laughs Chicago, which will feature daytime talk show host, Ellen Degeneres, along with George Lopez, Jimmy Fallon, David Alan Grier, Bill Engvall, Lisa Lampanelli, Louis C.K., Jim Jefferies, Bob Odenkirk and Andy Dick.  Canadian comedian, Russell Peters, is also set to perform.

The Chicago event runs from June 17 to 21, 2009. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, at box offices or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

I’ve attended the Just For Laughs festivals many times in the past since my brother, along with Russell Peters, was a performer and I can tell you that some of the best jokes are told during this event.  If you have the chance, get out and see it!

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