Anthony Kavanagh

Anthony Kavanagh tackles a simple, direct question: are you happy? On December 19, 2026, at the Maison de la Culture in Clermont-Ferrand, the Québécois comedian delivers a stand-up show that zeroes in on what makes us smile, breathe and keep going. He moves from everyday life to the contradictions of our times, from relationships to cultural differences, with the blend of spontaneity, self-deprecating humor and energy that has accompanied him since his beginnings.

On stage he plays with rhythm, improvisation and a few musical detours, slips in impressions, responds to audience reactions, and weaves a thread in which everyone can find a piece of themselves. His perspective, both direct and compassionate, explores the small soothing rituals, the pressures to succeed and the grand narratives about happiness—without moralizing.

People come for Québécois-style stand-up: the art of subverting expectations, stories that go off the rails just enough, and the way he connects the room through lived anecdotes. It’s an experience designed to let off steam, gain some perspective and leave feeling lighter, while asking what, deep down, truly makes us happy.