Experience of Simon Rakoff
Has been performing stand-up comedy since 1978. Holds the record for appearances on Open Mike With Mike Bullard. He was also a regular contributor of humorous commentary on the CBC Evening News. Simon is a popular voice on CBC Radio on shows like Definitely Not The Opera, As It Happens, and The Debaters.
As a writer, Simon’s range is wide with credits on sitcoms, sketch shows, cartoons, and kids shows. He also worked on Fox’s Sunday Comics and sold numerous jokes to Jay Leno for his Tonight Show monologues. Simon has also been seen as an actor in commercials and parts on This is Wonderland, The Rick Mercer Report, Queer As Folk, The Associates, Switchback and the film Prescription For Murder. He is also a voice-over artist in commercials and cartoons such as Carl Squared.
Performance Style of Simon Rakoff
Considered one of the quickest minds on the scene, Simon is a veteran who performs with the enthusiasm of a newcomer. Simon’s act is carefully crafted and full of thought-provoking, hilarious routines. He covers religion, relationships, stupidity and man in the modern world. All this combined with ad-libbing abilities second to none.
Personality: “I always say that comedian is not so much a job as a personality disorder. I have more jokes I do in real life than in my act. For example, when I go to a restaurant and the waitress asks if she can offer me a drink, I always reply, “Would you stop hitting on me. I came in to relax – be professional.” – Simon Rakoff
Why hire Simon Rakoff?
A favourite at clubs across the country since the late ’70s, Simon is considered one of Canada’s top comedy MCs and can frequently be seen hosting or headlining at the Laugh Resort comedy club in Toronto. He has appeared at clubs, pubs, campuses and corporate events across Canada and the United States.
Works Well in this Type of Event: Private Events, Parties, Corporate Events, Cruises, Comedy Festivals, Sports Events, Casino Events, Charity Events, Celebrity Speaking Events, Comedy Clubs, Conventions, and Trade Shows.
How to book Simon Rakoff
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