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In their Fringe debut, standup comedian Josh Romyn unpacks his hyper-religious upbringing, mental health, addiction issues, gender, sexuality, and more, while trying to figure out where he fits in the world.
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Ten-tickles My Fancy 🦑 5
See It Again ♻️ 3
Laughed So Hard I Cried 😂 2
K T
2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 15, 2025, 1:03 a.m.
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See It Again

This was awesome! Overall vibe was genuine and darling

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 8, 2025, 10:02 p.m.
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Laughed So Hard I Cried

I'm pretty new to watching shows at The Fringe festival, but a huge stand-up comedy fan and Josh's show was a great mashup of storytelling and stand-up comedy. He had me enthralled and laughing throughout the entire show. Definetly Worth checking out if you have chance! He also runs a great Wednesday night comedy show in the city. Check that out if you miss this!

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 8, 2025, 6:27 p.m.
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Ten-tickles My Fancy

Came in expecting laughs, finished with laughs and a side of contemplation and reflection. Josh is able to share his life story with the right amount of humour, while being vulnerable and open. It felt like a conversation and the show flew by before I even knew it. I would recommend!

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 8, 2025, 3:24 a.m.
🦑
Ten-tickles My Fancy

Thoughtful, genuine, and (most importantly?) actually very funny. I laughed! A lot! Josh makes a consistently hilarious show out of his smart reflections and observations of things like religion and sexuality. I had fun AND thoughts!

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 8, 2025, 12:41 a.m.
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Laughed So Hard I Cried

Hilarious, vulnerable and beautiful. A series of life stories told with honesty and self deprecating humour that everyone will enjoy.

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 8, 2025, 12:37 a.m.
♻️
See It Again

Josh does an amazing job merging deep personal storytelling and childhood experience to hilarious punchlines. I loved the way he closed out the show. Definitely check this show out while you can!

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 7, 2025, 8:41 p.m.
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Ten-tickles My Fancy

What a wildly fun and personable show. Josh brings sharp wit to his set while balancing heavy topics like religion, mental health and addiction with care. Instead of asking the audience for pity, he makes you empathize while laughing a lot. It's funny, heartfelt, and the kind of comedy that sticks with you longer after the set ends.

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 7, 2025, 6:44 p.m.
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Ten-tickles My Fancy

Loved it! The content really engaged with the audience; as a kid who personally never felt enough to feel included growing up, this hit home on certain parts. Very relatable, would definitely watch again!

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 7, 2025, 5:14 p.m.
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Ten-tickles My Fancy

A great mix of comedy and thoughtful storytelling. Josh keeps the audience engaged by weaving humour through the retelling of pivotal moments in his life story, inspiring the audience to reflect on their own journeys. The ending was such a surprising delight! Would definitely recommend checking this show out.

2025 Vancouver Fringe
Sept. 7, 2025, 4:40 a.m.
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See It Again

A very thoughtful and funny show. This guy is so charming he could be cult leader tbh!!