Laughing Together: A Comedy Night for Mental Health

Join us for a special evening of laughter, connection, and community as part of European Mental Health Week 2026.

Hosted by Canadian comedian Tristan Barber, this comedy night brings together four talented comedians from diverse backgrounds — Jenni Gee (US), Abhi (IN), Sam Kiebooms (BE), and Iris Costrop (BE) — each sharing their unique perspectives and experiences, including reflections on their mental health journeys.

Set in the vibrant atmosphere of Brasserie de la Source, this event is a chance to unwind, connect with others, and enjoy a light-hearted yet meaningful evening. After the show, stick around for informal networking and conversation.

🎤 Doors open: 17:00 (CEST)
🎭 Show starts: 19:30 (CEST)
📍 Location: Brasserie de la Source, Rue Dieudonné Lefèvre 4, 1020 Brussels
🎟 Free entry (first come, first served – limited to 100 people)

A hat will be passed around during the evening, with all contributions donated to DIOGENES ASBL

Come laugh with us — because sometimes, the best way to come together is through a shared moment of joy.

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MEET THE COMEDIANS

TRISTAN BARBER

Tristan Barber is known for his high energy shows marked with a dash of chaos and hilarious stories. 

He is a standup comic, sketch writer, and actor. He moved from Canada to Brussels in his mid-20s and immersed himself in the world of EU politics, civil society, and international development, but he never could quite figure out how to send a ten word email in less than an hour, so his career as a project manager was short-lived. 

Tristan’s comedy covers a wide range of topics through a uniquely cynical, yet playful, silly, and energetic tone. 

He  is a writer, performer and improviser on the satire EU sketch and improv show, The Schuman Show and also featured as a standup at the Boom Chicago Amsterdam Comedy Festival in 2021. He is a member of Insecure & Dangereux, a staples of the English comedy scene in Brussels.

Find him on socials: www.instagram.com/trizzcom/

JENNI GEE

Jenni Gee is a comedy queen from Los Angeles, CA. She has performed across the world in musical comedies and improv. Her unique stand-up style is a love letter to all who are quirky.

Find her on socials: www.instagram.com/jennigeebe/

ABHI 

Abhi once did standup at a LGBT event and got published in a magazine with the pride flag behind him.

People started referring to him as the “gay Leuven comedian”, and though he is straight he never corrected anyone – “I’m just happy to be called a comedian! “. He likes telling jokes with horrible puns hidden within just like raisins in a rum cake. He also talks in third person for no particular raisin.

Find him on socials: www.instagram.com/abhidoescomedy/

IRIS COSTROP

Iris Costrop started doing comedy in April 2022 and has been enjoying entertaining audiences with their stories since then. Whether it’s about a car crash or lesbian myths, Iris takes you with them on a road trip in their mind.

Find them on socials: www.instagram.com/smostrop/

SAM KIEBOOMS

Sam talks about his mental problems, procrastination and other reasons why he sent in this bio late.

He’s been playing comedy for a while and 5 out of 5 of his psychologists rated it “probably a great idea”. Upon review one of them even exclaimed “hey, this isn’t even bad”.

Come judge for yourself!

Find him on socials: www.instagram.com/skamboom/