Comedy with AJ Bate

AJ Bate is a Libyan-born, Toronto-based comedian whose comedy straddles the line between the personal and the absurd. Drawing from his journey as an immigrant, AJ weaves sharp observations about culture, identity, and everyday life into hilariously unexpected punchlines. His style blends heartfelt storytelling with delightfully silliness, making every set feel like a conversation with your funniest friend.

Over nearly a decade in comedy, AJ has performed across Canada, bringing laughs from coast to coast. He’s been featured at Just For Laughs Toronto, hosted the Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival, appeared in the Toronto Fringe Festival, and won the Canned Laughter competition in 2022. In 2019, he was nominated for Hamilton’s Rising Star award, further cementing his place as one of the most exciting comedic voices.

Whether riffing on immigrant life, exploring the quirks of human behaviour, or diving into wildly absurd scenarios, AJ’s comedy is as charming as it is unpredictable — a reflection of the unique path that brought him from Libya to Canada’s biggest stages.