Her very popular blog, “The Cruise Ship Comedian”, Christina Walkinshaw.
Christina Walkinshaw is a cruise ship comedian.
Christina Walkinshaw began her stand-up career in the late 1990s at Yuck Yuck’s in Ottawa, a comedy club renowned for nurturing new talent.
Throughout her journey, she has navigated the challenges of the comedy scene, particularly as a female comedian, and credits Yuck Yuck’s owner Howard for his invaluable support.
With a penchant for storytelling, Christina also documents her experiences on her Substack, “The Cruise Ship Comedian,” showcasing the unique blend of comedy and life at sea.
Christina shared about:
- Christina’s journey into stand-up comedy, highlighting a pivotal moment when her friend Spicoli encouraged her to perform at Yuck Yuck’s in Ottawa.
- Her experiences interacting with cruise ship audience members, noting that cruisers are generally fun and enthusiastic, often referencing jokes from the show in casual conversations.
- The awkwardness of performing comedy after such an announcement, reflecting on the audience’s somber mood.