Sylvain Larocque

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Sylvain is a bilingual Canadian comic with a Chemistry degree from McGill University and another degree in marketing and management at the well-known business school, HEC. Unique to be sure.

What does this mean to his audience?  This is a man who understands the corporate world and can tailor his material to bring home the business points as well, when required.  Sylvain Larocque is one of Canada's fastest rising stars, both as a writer and as a comedian. His versatility as a performer enables him to work in many ways… he can be an endearing host, and can also write hilarious comedic material. The result is an audience that roars with laughter… until their ribs hurt. On top of that he is one of the very few bilingual performers in the country. He can make anybody laugh regardless of their culture and mother tongue.

Sylvain is a Quebec native and has made a name for himself across Canada, cracking up audiences from coast to coast.

At 33, Sylvain has already been featured for the last 7 years at the prestigious Montreal international "Just for Laughs/Juste Pour Rire" comedy festivals. The festival's shows included The Montreal Show, Comedy Night in Canada, Bubbling with Laughter, and the televised Galas at the St-Denis Theater. Sylvain's other TV appearances include "The Best of Montreal Comedy Showcase" and his own prime time special on CBC's critically acclaimed series " Comics ". He has also participated in shows with some of Canada's most renowned musical acts including "The Crash Test Dummies " and "Barenaked Ladies".

In Québec, Sylvain is also at the top of his game, as he is a writer and performer for some of the most prestigious French Canadian television shows. This has led him to be nominated for "Best writer" at the Quebec's comedy awards gala. He has taken his one-man-show to Paris and even Switzerland where he was featured in two of the well renowned Montreal comedy festivals and received rave reviews.

This graduate from McGill University and University of Montreal's Business School combines his scholastic endeavors with his extensive knowledge of the corporate world and adapts his act in order to please the most demanding audiences and event organizers.

Rhythm, quality writing and impeccable timing are what make Sylvain one of the most sought after comedic performers in the country today. 

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