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🎤 Gen X Rated — A Stand-Up Comedy Show by Brigitte Lessard

What do you get when you mix a French Canadian lesbian, a 60th birthday, a divorce, and dial-up internet? You get Gen X Rated—the hilarious new stand-up show from Brigitte Lessard.

Brigitte isn’t holding back as she dives into life as a single, queer mom, coming out in Fort McMurray back in 1983 (before being gay was cool—or even safe), the wild ride of post-divorce dating, hair regrets, and her very strong feelings about the Canadian flag.

With sharp wit, nostalgic throwbacks, and unapologetic honesty, Brigitte proves that Gen X isn’t just the forgotten middle child—we’re the reinvention generation.

If you've ever felt too old for TikTok but too young for bingo, this show is for you.

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GenXrated is Brigitte's Solo Comedy/Storytelling Show

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Who Am I?

Hi, I’m Brigitte Lessard — comedian, storyteller, emcee, and unapologetically Gen X.

I’ve hosted over 400 events and shared the mic with more than 1,000 storytellers. Whether I’m emceeing, speaking, or performing stand-up, I bring bold energy, humour, and heart to every stage.

My stand-up show Gen X Rated dives into life at 60, lesbian motherhood, divorce, and dating with raw honesty and vintage Gen X sass. I also co-star in Women Wit & Wisdom, a musical comedy about middle-aged mayhem.

I'm the founder of Women Talk and sportsbras.ca, proudly bilingual, proudly LGBTQ+, and always ready to bring the laughs and the real talk.

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10-year-old me knew I was destined for stand-up… I just forgot I was funny.

I found this little book I wrote as a kid while packing up after my divorce, and it stopped me in my tracks. There it was—my weird little illustrated humour, bold confidence, and a clear love for storytelling (and snacks). Somewhere between raising kids, building businesses, and trying to keep a marriage together, I forgot that funny was my first language.

As a French Canadian teen, I was already grabbing the mic as a DJ at high school events—telling jokes, spinning tunes, and secretly hoping someone brought poutine. I’ve always loved making people laugh almost as much as I love a good meal. (And if you’ve ever seen me eat, you know that’s saying a lot.)

Turns out, all it took was heartbreak, healing, and a little blast from my past to remind me who I am: a storyteller, a performer, and a woman who can find the punchline in anything—even a divorce.

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I've always loved making people laugh!

I always knew I would be on stage to inspire and make people laugh. I even wrote it down in a drawing when I was just ten years old. As a teen I was a DJ in my highschool and loved being on the mic.

In 1982 my world was turned upside down when my family moved to Alberta. I did not speaking a word of English and I lost my self-confidence. It took me over 30 years to speak at the mic again. But when I did it was magical! I now have been sharing stories for more than 15 years at my own events, as a keynote speaker and an Emcee. My passion is to help women find their voice and share their stories because I understand the power of storytelling and making people smile.

Your Story Matters To Me.

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I always knew I would be on stage.

I always knew I would be on stage. I even wrote it down in a drawing when I was just ten years old. As a teen I was a DJ in my highschool and loved being on the mic.

In 1982 my world was turned upside down when my family moved to Alberta. I did not speaking a word of English and I lost my self-confidence. It took me over 30 years to speak at the mic again. But when I did it was magical! I now have been sharing stories for more than 10 years at my own events, as a keynote speaker and an Emcee. My passion is to help women find their voice and share their stories because I understand the power of storytelling.

Your Story Matters To Me.

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Feedback from those I've worked with

“Brigitte Lessard-Deyell as the emcee was world class"

Corey Poirier

“Brigitte is an incredible Emcee. She knows how to energize and engage the audience”

Kelly Falardeau

“Brigitte is an inspiration to many, she is funny down to heart with a contagious energy and positivity”

Angie Barbero Ostojic

“Brigitte spoke for a group of my colleagues on International Women's Day and rocked it! She was impactful, funny and told a fantastic story of her life's journey. She empowered me to realize I have a story to tell too!

Thank you Brigitte”

Belinda Nielsen

“Brigitte is a one-of a kind Emcee! I first met her when she was Emcee'ing an event in which I was participating as a speaker, and immediately I felt the difference- her attention to detail and how she engaged the audience made me feel so at ease and elevated for my talk. Brigitte recently Emcee'd my event for female entrepreneurs, "Business in Yoga Pants".

Brigitte raises the energy in the room in such a natural way that you can't avoid but to get hooked into what is happening in the front stage. She elevates the hosts and speakers with such power and confidence. Best of all, Brigitte implements humor into her Emcee'ing style, and it feels so natural for the audience.”