Dave Hemstad
Three-Time Canadian Comedy Award Nominee. Called A “Canadian Master” By Just For Laughs, Dave Has Skyrocketed To The Top Of The National Comedy Scene.
Experience of Dave Hemstad
Dave Hemstad is a hot comedy talent in Canada who began performing on television in 2002. He’s spent a lot of time doing stand-up since then, delighting audiences across the country in comedy clubs, at festivals, and at corporate or charity events.
A three-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee, Dave had his own half-hour Comedy Now special on CTV and has performed at two galas for the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal. He has also taped multiple performances at the Halifax and Winnipeg Comedy Festival on CBC. He also has acting credits including starring in the Showcase comedy series Almost Heroes. He is currently a regular on The Debaters on CBC and a contributing writer on Still Standing.
Performance Style of Dave Hemstad
Dave’s humour is motivational, clean humour as he talks about daily life, modern frustrations, and social tensions many feel but don’t dare talk about. He has an uncanny ability to read an audience’s mood and adjust his performance to fit it. This makes him an excellent emcee or someone looking for an intelligent, light comic. This is why he was voted Best Comedian in Canada by the Canadian Organization of Campus Activities.
Why hire Dave Hemstad?
His act works well for both private and business events, universities and colleges, golf events, festivals, fundraisers, and conventions.
How to book Dave Hemstad
You can request information on our entertainment options through our on-line request form. Or, you can call us Toll Free at 1.800.693.6665
“It was great meeting you at our golf tournament. It was fun and not only are you a funny guy but also an amazing golfer. Thanks again for entertaining us yesterday at the PIPSC Open – the tournament was a huge success (we donated $35,000 to the Child Amputee Program of the War Amps) and you were an important part of it! Best wishes to you in your career.”
Francine Pressault, PIPSC/IPFPC
“Thanks for being an excellent host at our Gala on Saturday night. You were a huge hit!”
Laura Fuller, OSRAM SYLVANIA LTD
“To those considering the hiring of Dave Hemstad, if you’re reading this testimonial letter then there’s a very good chance that you’re about to get a show that you won’t soon forget. Maybe a ‘show’ isn’t the right word – and “experience” seems more appropriate. Mr. Hemstad is an all-in-one performer who gifts his audience with the creative use of words and gestures to provide the perfect formula for big laughs. He offers a truly captivating stage presence whether performing for 2 people or a room of 2000.
Making people laugh for 30 minutes straight requires a certain talent. Getting your audience to talk about the set for two weeks after is something different and special altogether. This unique ability has in turn created “the following” which are those who keep coming back for more and there are many.
Mr. Hemstad is a performer who is tasteful able to adjust to all audiences and situations with great ease. His dedications and professionalism has earned him great respect amongst his peers and will ensure that he is destined for great things.
I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Hemstad’s services and I highly recommend you take advantage of the “experience” he offers.”
Corby Rolin Associate Vice-President, CB Richard Ellis Limited.
“Just a short note to tell you how much I took notice of you during your performance on The Debaters last week. I often times cringe in embarrassment for many of the comics, forces as they are, to go to-to-toe against each other before a live audience. I don’t know how much advance time you have to create your rant, but the impressions I have is that you are hit with it on the spot. Regardless, your diatribe on the merits of pie versus cake was nothing short of brilliant. You had me not only laughing out loud in my car, but also marveling at the depth and clarity of your thought process. I muttered to myself, “this guy is the real deal.” I wish you well in your future, which I truly believe will be filled with much success.”
Glenn Pelletier, Morning News Anchor 570 News