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Well, it turns out, for Victoria comic Mike Delamont, God is a character with a sharp wit, a flowing dress and a Scottish accent.

Delamont brings these existential musings to life through his comedic stage shows, . And once again this year, heB次元官网网址檚 giving audiences a festive treat by bringing a Christmas twist to the show, with Christmas Specials slated for Courtenay, Nanaimo and Duncan in November.

With a mix of humour, warmth and a touch of irreverence, Delamont reimagines the divine as a sassy figure who reflects on the quirks of the modern world with biting commentary and charm.

The shows blend observational comedy and satire, offering a playful take on everything from biblical stories to the everyday absurdities of life, all through the lens of this uniquely reimagined God.

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Delamont collaborates with his wife to write new material each year and workshops it in front of test audiences to keep the shows fresh and timely.

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Given the charged nature of religious themes, I asked him about the risk involved in portraying a deity.

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But why create a Christmas Special at all?

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Island performances:

• Nov. 26: Courtenay,
• Nov. 28 Nanaimo,
• Nov. 29: Duncan, .

Find details about shows in other locations at