A group of comedians called Danger Cats canceled at least eight shows after the comedy venue they were scheduled to host received a series of threats ranging from arson to physical violence.
“What started as a joke has now moved into new territory,” wrote comedian Brett Forte. X. “We have received death threats, and so have the staff at the venues where we are scheduled to perform. Right now, the three of us are weathering the storm, but when it comes to our friends in the industry… It’s not worth risking their lives’ livelihood,” Forte continued.
“We are talented performers and we look forward to showing you that at the appropriate time. Unfortunately, our opposition has resorted to arson, vandalism, and threats of physical harm. The time is not now, as we have decided,” he concluded.
Much of the controversy stems from jokes about Canadian residential schools, where the bodies of Indigenous children are said to be buried near or beneath them. Although the unmarked graves are intended to be exposed, no human remains have yet been found in either grave. kamloopsBritish Columbia, or Pine Creek; Manitoba.
Mr. Yuku Yukthe iconic international stand-up comedy chain, was scheduled to host its comic group for four shows. winnipeg, Manitoba, located at the end of February 2024. However, the club roast battle jokes Comedian Brendan Blackwire’s comments were published on a Canadian program. National broadcaster, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.
CBC interviewed the woman who posted the video clip, who said she was “absolutely disgusted.”
Another mainstream news agency is global newswho then tracked the group for specific products labeled as offensive.
reporter Angela Chong We spoke with even more offended parties who called the Danger Cats T-shirts “offensive” and “disgusting.”
The T-shirt that appeared robert pickton, a man convicted of a series of murders in 2007. Pickton is pictured grinning while holding a slice of bacon with the caption: “Pickton Farms Whore Smoked Bacon in 50+ Flavors.”
A reporter reached out to one of the victim’s cousins for comment, who was predictably wary.
Recent things podcastthe merchandising controversy was addressed by another member of the group, Sam Walker.
Ms Walker said the joke was aimed at “raising awareness of what happens to these poor women who are murdered because their social status is so low that we don’t even realize they’re missing for so long.” he said.
“That’s what comedy is for. If no one talks about it, it gets forgotten. And to some people it might be a bad joke, but to me it’s about the same people who come after. “This is my way of standing by ‘us’,” Walker explained.
Walker told Blaze News: “The show has been canceled for the safety of the comedy club and those involved.” [they] Cooperation with. “
He added: “We have no further comment at this time.”
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