How Blind Guy Comedy went from a nervous first open mic at Meeting Waters Coffee + Roastery to discovering my true purpose on stage. Eight years later, I’m no longer chasing fame I’m living the dream every time I make a room laugh. This is why I do stand-up.

Blind stand-up comedian J.R. Bjornson shares the art and honesty behind his comedy. Every punchline comes from real life embracing blindness, frustration, and humor. Instead of roasting others, he finds laughter in his own experiences, teaching audiences through self-reflection and truth.

BLIND GUY COMEDY HEADLINES IN CALGARY AB AT MIKEY's JUKE JOINT & EATERY TUESDAY AUGUST 26, 2025 STARTING AT 7:30PM $10 AT THE DOOR OR ONLINE VIA EVENTBRITE

Catch me at BOW-HO! Comedy Night in Calgary on May 27! 10-min set, 7:30 PM at Mikey’s Juke Joint. $10 tix. Let’s pack the place!

Join J.R. Bjornson at the Unicorn Superpub on September 25 2024 for a night of laughter and unique perspectives, Featuring top Canadian Come

On Saturday, April 27, at 7 PM, I found myself at the Kill Kenny Irish Pub in Calgary, Alberta, eagerly anticipating my participation in...

as everything slowly opens up in Alberta, this also means the return of stand up comedy. A wonderful big huge thank you to Grow Calgary,...

The following Podcast talks about why I love to perform stand up comedy and how I talk about being blind as I am on stage. Enjoy and...

When it comes to performing stand up comedy, not every room you perform at is going to be the same. Common-sense right? But as a new...