New laughs fest organized by Quebec comedians hopes to make its debut in 2018
MONTREAL — The recent sex-assault controversy involving the founder of the Just For Laughs festival has prompted the creation of a new comedy bash.
Several dozen mainly francophone Quebec comedians have joined forces to put together an alternative festival.
Just For Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon recently stepped down as president of the organization following allegations from at least nine women he either sexually harassed or sexually assaulted them.
The new event is the idea of standup comedian Martin Petit and is expected to be launched in 2018.