Dave Hemstad
Stand-up Comedian | Host | Regular on CBC's The Debaters
Dave Hemstad is a well-respected veteran of the Canadian comedy scene. He is highly sought after for his particular brand of clean humour that dissects our day to day lives with a lightning-quick wit that is as engaging as it is relatable.
Born and raised in Thornhill, Ontario, Hemstad was an Academic All-American golfer at Missouri State University who was struck by lightning during a tournament, which significantly altered his career path. Now he is a triple threat in the comedy world as a stand-up, writer, and actor.
Hemstad has taped 17 televised gala performances for Just For Laughs, the Halifax Comedy Festival, and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. He also recorded his own Comedy Now! special. Currently, Hemstad is a regular and favourite on CBC’s The Debaters and has written for CBC’s Still Standing and for the 2016 Canadian Screen Awards. As an actor, Hemstad has appeared on TV in Lost Girl, Flashpoint, Bomb Girls, and DC Titans, among others, and starred in the 2011 series, Almost Heroes.
Hemstad reads a room like no other. His comedic genius is known and admired across Canada by audiences and performers alike, and his confident and hilarious deliveries make him shine in any venue — whether it’s a 3,000-seat theatre, a corporate conference room, or small comedy club.
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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.
–CB Richard Ellis Limited
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.
–CB Richard Ellis Limited
Thanks for being an excellent host at our Gala on Saturday night. You were a huge hit!
–OSRAM SYLVANIA LTD.