Anthony Kavanagh

Anthony Kavanagh returns to the stage in Clermont-Ferrand on March 26, 2026 at the Maison de la Culture Clermont-Ferrand with Happy, a new show currently in rehearsal. The Quebecois comedian has shaped a lively stand-up in which energy, a knack for phrasing and improvisation answer one another. In Happy he explores what puts people in a good mood, what sometimes goes off the rails, and those small things that can change a day. Between anecdotes, memories and reflections on everyday life, he draws on his journey as an artist from Canada, his work between stage and screen, and his taste for interacting with the audience. The writing is ongoing and ideas are sharpened live, which is precisely what makes this rehearsal period interesting: watching a show take shape, testing approaches and tightening the pace. Without posing or grandstanding, Anthony Kavanagh offers a simple, vibrant moment focused on the present, where confidences flow naturally into punchlines. A chance to discover Happy up close in its creative stage, before the filmed version.