MRG Live presents
ISMO
Event Details
Date
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Time
Doors: 6:00 PM - Show: 7:00 PM
Age Restriction
16+
Venue
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Address
190 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON
Artist
ISMOAbout the Event
Artist Presale: October 22 @ 10:00 AM ET
MRG Presale: October 22 @ 10:00 AM ET
On Sale: October 24 @ 10:00 AM ET
ISMO is an internationally acclaimed comedian, author, rally driver and master of wordplay. Freshly recovered from a broken back, Finland’s funniest export is back on stage and better than ever! ISMO: Perseverance Tour blends clever wit with Finnish grit for a comedy experience that’s smart, surprising and seriously funny.
Globally recognized as THE voice of all second -language English speakers, ISMO has won over audiences in person and online with his sharp takes on language, culture and life’s absurdities.
ISMO: Perseverance Tour kicks off in 2026 with all new material and observations in the Finnish spirit of SISU - having a stoic determination, tenacity, and resilience in the face of adversity. Perseverance. ISMO plans to bring the Perseverance Tour to the U.S. Canada, Australia, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and Asia in 2026.
Since moving to the U.S., ISMO has made numerous TV appearances on NBC, CBS, Just For Laughs, Top Gear Finland. His debut, iconic stand up set on Conan went viral with over 135 million views. The following year he was invited to perform on The Late Late Show with James Corden, sparking massive growth across social media.
Follow ISMO on social media for weekly viral stand-up clips and behind-the-scenes moments: @ISMOcomedy
For tour dates, merch and more, visit: ismo.fun
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ISMO
ISMO has been called “the most insightful comic in Finland.” As a recent resident in the United States, he continues to be the ultimate observer and master of word-play. His writing and uniquely hilarious delivery makes quick-fans out of people of all cultures. Ismo’s undeniable ability to make people see familiar cultural things in an entirely new way has the world unified in laughter. In 2024 Ismo will continue his WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE TOUR, expanding across the US. ,Europe, Canada, Australia and beyond.
ISMO was the first Finnish comedian to perform on CONAN and the clip of his performance has become of the most viewed late-night sets with over 115 million views! He also made his debut appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden, which brought an overwhelming response and new level of success. His personal social media has seen astronomical growth and resulted in sold-out performances in clubs and theaters internationally.
ISMO has attracted big fans such as Gabriel Iglesias who invited ISMO to open for his groundbreaking special at Dodger Stadium in front of 60,000 fans and later in 2023 asked ISMO to open for him at the O2 Arena in London. ISMO went on to sell-out his own European tour, adding a 2nd show in each city with plans for a larger-scale return in Fall of 2024.
Check out Ismo’s social media for weekly stand-up clips and hilarious thoughts from the road. You can sign up for ISMO’s newsletter to get tour updates, exclusive merch offers, and special announcements at: https://www.ismo.fun"
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