Comedian Wyatt is bringing an intentionally provocative and unfiltered voice to local stages, blending influences from hip hop culture with a confrontational, late-night sensibility. Known for engaging directly with audiences and refusing to play by traditional comedy conventions, he performs regularly across Western Canada and hosts a monthly public access show at The Comic Strip.
How would you describe your comedy style?
Black. I speak primarily to the Black experience.
Who are some of your influences?
Chief Keef, Pop Smoke, Pressa.
Who was your favourite comedian growing up?
Simon and Garfunkel.
Who is your favourite comedian now?
Just Garfunkel.
What is your pre-show ritual?
I look at the audience to see if there are any attractive women. If there are, I customize my jokes to what I think they will like and try to make as much eye contact as possible during my set. I do jumping jacks too. But mainly the women thing.
What is your favourite place you have performed? Why?
The Grindstone Comedy Theatre in Edmonton. They banned me, and then they unbanned me. I think that shows growth, and I support that.
What is your favourite bit you have written and why were you proud of it?
I steal most of my material from other local comics, primarily Brad Semotiuk.
What is your favourite medium for listening or finding new comics/comedians?
I like to listen to people bomb at open mics.
Tell us a joke about your city.
Don’t tell me what to do.
Do you have anything to promote right now?
The Late Night Public Access Program. Monthly at The Comic Strip and also on YouTube.
Where can we follow you?
PAY IT FORWARD: Who is another local comic/comedian we should know about?
