The Deadbeat Dads Tour - Port McNeill

The Deadbeat Dads Tour is coming back to Port McNeill at the Gate House Theatre, Friday September 5th at 8:00pm! Featuring headliners Peter Hudson and Elyott Ryan. Experience an unforgettable evening of laughter with the Deadbeat Dads show. This show is for anyone who wants a high-energy, hard-hitting comedy show. Peter injects power and energy into his jokes, while Elyott adds poise and precision to the mix. Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs that will leave your face hurting and your gut thoroughly busted.

Peter Hudson is a mainstay of the Vancouver Island comedy scene who has entertained audiences throughout Canada. Known to comedians across the country as the mayor of Nanaimo. Peter taps into daily life to bring you hilarious takes on work, family, and his own misadventures. His comedy is raw and colourful, whether he’s describing growing up as a redhead, working blue collar jobs, or “living green” on the west coast. Known for his ability to rev up a crowd with his high energy, exuberant, and always entertaining comedy, Peter will get you laughing and won’t let you stop until you’ve had enough. Peter has headlined Yuk Yuks as well as performed on Just For Laughs Vancouver and Funnyfest Calgary. He has toured with everyone from Jon Lovitz, Tom Green, Kenny Vs Spenny, and musical acts from Nelly to Trooper.

Elyott Ryan is a Victoria based stand up comedian, writer and podcaster known for his rapid delivery of sharp jokes and confessional brand of comedy. Ever since he was three years old doing a spot on Popeye impression making everyone laugh everywhere he went he has loved making strangers laugh. He uses his keen eye with a sensitivity that consistently finds the funny in even the most frustrating situations. Whether sharing embarrassing admissions of teenage dating or the struggles of raising a young family he invariably makes the personal universal. He is fast becoming an in-demand and favourite performer on the West Coast. Elyott has performed extensively across the western Canada. He has been featured at numerous festivals, Rifflandia, Funnyfest and The Nanaimo Fringe Festival. He has opened for Kenny vs. Spenny at the McPherson Playhouse and has even performed at the Royal BC Museum right under the Mammoth.