Bio
Known as the human antidepressant, Lori’s magnetic style moves between polished material, crowd work and improv with expert precision. Not only are you in for a show that surprises you, chances are she is too!
On top of nearly a decade in Calgary radio, Lori has been featured from coast to coast in Canadian comedy. She has delighted at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival, is a regular on CBC’s The Debaters, and was nominated Best Stand-up Comic at the Canadian Comedy Awards.
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CBC’s The Debaters (14 episodes & counting)
Comedy Now! – Canadian National Special
Winnipeg Comedy Festival
Hubcap Comedy Festival
Calgary Comedy Festival
Edmonton Comedy Festival
CBCs Laugh Out Loud
Canadian Comedy Awards
Morning Radio Calgary, 92.9, 97.7 & 95.9
Hot Glue Schtick – Comedy Crafting, CTV, Global TV
Keynote Speaker – Absolute F*ckery including Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Body Image, Love & Life Hacks
Scorching hot reviews:
“I recently a
sked Lori Gibbs to help me co-host my social media conference called SocialWest. The decision to ask her was easy. I was looking for someone that could think fast on their feet, was incredibly likeable and easy to work with. Lori fulfills these requirements in spades. As an organizer of an event, there’s nothing better than hearing how much fun people are having, and I fully believe that Lori was an integral part in making the first ever SocialWest a success. Conferences can be long and exhausting, but Lori allowed the attendees to relax and really enjoy themselves. That’s invaluable, as is she.” -Mike Morrison, Mike’s Bloggity Blog, Founder of SocialWest, Very Big Deal
“I’ve watched Lori Gibbs grow from an feature act to a touring headliner. Her comedy is relatable and self deprecating. It’s everything stand up comedy should be. The fact that she’s a suburban housewife who crafts by day and a world class stand up comedian by night boggles my mind. She’s the best of both worlds… warm and sincere in the daylight then completely badass with hilarious punchlines and killer comedic instinct by moonlight. You really can’t go wrong with Lori Gibbs, 24 hours a day. I’m so glad she forced me to be friends with her. She’s the best thing in my life, and I’d be dead without her. She also owes me like, $45 dollars (American).” -Iliza Shlesinger, Comedian, Actress, Director/Producer, Author, Mom, Everything
“Lori! Thanks so much! I want you to know how honoured we were to have you as our MC at the Tickled Pink Gala. Everyone had a blast! My teammates loved your set. Apparently we need to book the club for the entire night next year! Lol! Again, you were amazing, I laughed so hard.” -Randy Chevrier, Calgary Stampeders
“The world needs more Lori Gibbs brand fun.” – Nikki Payne, Video on Trial, Single White Spenny, Last Comic Standing, 4 time Canadian Comedy Award winner, Incredible Hermit
“I like Lori’s boobies!” -Emillio Estevez, Nikki Payne’s dog
“I wanted to send you a quick note to let you know how much I appreciated your support at the event last night. You exceeded my expectations! Your words were light, purposeful, fun, and you presented all the important content and details with style and grace. Your introduction to Dr. Temple Grandin was perfect! In fact, I received compliments all evening – and many were compliments about our chosen MC. You realize what you have done now… don’t you? You have made yourself irreplaceable!” -L. Parakin, Executive Director, Autism Calgary
“Lori Gibbs was the host of our 19th annual Inclusion Awards, celebrating individuals with developmental disabilities, those who work to support them, and those who promote inclusion. Besides being an absolute pleasure to deal with while we were in the planning stages of our event, Lori was a spectacular host. She added her own special (and hilarious) flair to our evening, and treated everyone she encountered with the utmost respect. This last point is especially important to us; some of our clients were co-presenting awards with Lori, and she was extremely supportive of them. Thank you, Lori, for helping to make our event memorable!” -A. Graveland-Daines, Developmental Disabilities Resources Centre of Calgary
“I wanted to say thank you for the show. It was great to see how people look when they are happy and even better to know what that feeling is. I really enjoyed being able to laugh at your jokes and it made my night. So, thanks for showing this bi-polar what happy feels like.” -Audience Member
“I was ever so lucky to be one of the audience members during one of Lori’s shows. I had the opportunity to watch some of her YouTube videos, so I knew I was in for a real treat. But let me tell you, they do not do her live show justice. This lady gives a new meaning to humour. There wasn’t a moment that I wasn’t laughing hysterically. Her stories and experiences that she has shared with us during her show had the entire crowed holding their stomachs from the pain of laughing. Thank you Lori for a wonderful evening. I can not wait to see you again live.” -Terry Vanmackelberg, Palliser Plains Co-operative Association Limited
“I didn’t think you were going to be good because you look like my Mom, but you were really funny!” –Audience member
“Lori Gibbs is a people magnet. Our diverse audiences instantly connect with Lori’s bold and genuine humour. Irresistibly charming, universally appealing, and radiating with positive energy, Lori is beloved by both our audiences and our staff.” -Angie Booth, Yuk Yuk’s at the Elbow River Casino, Calgary
“Thank you, Lori, for the fabulous evening of laughter. You had us all rolling with laughter. I have had nothing but wonderful comments about your show. By the time you left, we were all friends.” -Amy, President, Hinton Ladies Curling Club
“Lori was the MC for our Fundraiser Show in St. Thomas, Ontario… Lori’s humour and interaction with the audience was very welcoming. She is one of the most natural comedians I have had the pleasure to work with producing comedy. Lori is really going places in this business and is most definitely welcome back anytime! Thanks Lori for sharing your talent with us!” -Peter McDermid, Comedy Producer
“You are the best. I almost peed my pants. Your review from the weekend was great as per norm. I would host a show for you anytime. Come to think about it, I hope your available for the next tournament.” -A. Newberry, Humans Helping Humans Housing Foundation
“Lori is a human antidepressant.” -Dan Guiry, Comedian/Musician/Arsehole
“Well, you were my first… comedian that is. I loved your show and found myself completely taken over and would definitely watch for you again. I look forward to many more laughs.” -Kelley Mohn, City of Revelstoke
“Laughter is essential to our overall well-being, it strengthens the immune system, releases the ‘feel good’ endorphins and allows to show on our faces. An evening spent with Lori Gibbs will truly allow one to feel healing beyond all understanding. Thank you for elevating us all tonight. Lori, my dear, you are truly gifted!” – L. Sobek, Transplant Nurse
“Joy seems to be a driving force for Gibbs’ comedy.” -Eric Volmers, Calgary Herald
“Lori engaged the crowd and brought the house down with laughter. Our students loved her comedy, her performance, and her open invitation for anyone to become her friend. Her ability to interact with the crowd gives her act a personal touch that stands out above the rest.” -Anthony Enman, Social Director, University of New Brunswick, Saint John
“I’m Roman Catholic so I’m going to overlook a lot of what you said. You’re a very nice person though.” –Audience member
“Lori performed at our Employee Appreciation Week and had the staff howling with laughter!” -Rachel Coppens, Intercare Calgary
“I recently had the opportunity to sit with fellow comedian Lori Gibbs, and what a wonderful and sassy fellow she is. Gibbs has been referred to as one of Calgary’s ‘most consistent crowd pleasers’ and for good reason. Her down-to-earth demeanour and genuine nature has gotten her far in her blossoming career, which includes appearances on The Comedy Network’s show, Comedy Now!, CBC Radio One’s The Debaters and Laugh Out Loud. She will also be a top feature during Calgary’s YYComedy Festival running September 24 to 30.” -Dustin Ramsbottom, Beatroute Magazine