Edmonton 
Events Description
Comedy Catbaret Benefit Show 🐾🎭There’s Nothing Funny About High Vet Bills!
Join us for Comedy Catbaret, a one-of-a-kind afternoon of comedy, improv, burlesque, poetry, art and live entertainment — all in support of Hope Lives Here Animal Rescue.
🎭 Featuring:
😂 ALL BIG DAWGS GO TO HEAVEN — Headliner
Featuring members of Rapid Fire Theatre: Kelly Turner, Joey Lucius, Dill Prusko & Marg Lawler
🎬 Deb Sketch — Co-Headliner
💃 Jasmine & Luke from Sugar Swing
🎭 Bonnie Dune Shopping Maul
😂 Unstuck Improv
🎨 Fabiola Marabotto — Visual Artist & Poet
🎭 Espresso Burlesque
🐾 Why Comedy Catbaret?
Comedy Catbaret was inspired by Emilio, a very loved rescue cat who faced a serious medical emergency after months of illness. After Emilio’s sister Pip became critically ill and sadly passed away, Emilio began showing similar symptoms only 48 hours later and was rushed to emergency care. His treatment quickly resulted in significant veterinary expenses, and Hope Lives Here stepped in to help. From there, the Edmonton arts community came together with one goal: turn some very high vet bills into an afternoon of laughter while raising money for animals who need help.
🎁 Silent auction with more than $2,000 in prizes, giving you even more ways to support the rescue while enjoying the show.
🛍️ Hope Lives Here merchandise will also be available for purchase during the event.
Ticket, donation and silent-auction proceeds from Comedy Catbaret are intended to support Hope Lives Here Animal Rescue and the animals in our care.
Come laugh with us, support local performers and help us continue saying yes when an animal needs veterinary care.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : 30-50
General Admission — $30 in advance
General Admission tickets will be $35 at the door, if available.
VIP — $50: Only 9 VIP tickets available!
VIP includes:
• Front-table seating
• A signed Emilio linocut card
• One drink ticket for a well drink or house lager
• VIP check-in by name
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Saturday October 3, 2026
🚪 Doors open at 2:00 PM
🎭 Show: 3:00–5:00 PM
Venue & Address
The Dive Bar, 9692 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton AB
Wheelchair accessible
