An Evening with Martin Short

Martin Short, a celebrated comedian and actor, has won fans and accolades in television, film and theater since his breakout season on Saturday Night Live almost 30 years ago.
Short won his first Emmy in 1982 while working on Canada’s SCTV Comedy Network, which brought him to the attention of the producers of Saturday Night Live. He became a fan-favorite for his portrayal of characters such as Ed Grimley, lawyer Nathan Thurm and “legendary songwriter” Irving Cohen. His popularity and exposure on Saturday Night Live led Short to cross over quickly into feature films. He made his debut in Three Amigos and followed with Inner Space, Three Fugitives, Clifford, Pure Luck and Tim Burton’s Mars Attacks. One of Short’s most memorable roles was in the remake of Father of the Bride, as Franck the wedding planner, a role he reprised a few years later in Father of the Bride Part II. Short is featured in the animated film Madagascar 3 and the Tim Burton film Frankenweenie.
Marty’s much anticipated memoir titled I Must Say was released on November 4 th , 2014 through HarperCollins Publishing.
Starting January 4 th , 2015, Short took over Nathan Lane’s role in the immensely successful hit It’s Only a Play on Broadway.
In 1994, Short was awarded the Order of Canada, the Canadian equivalent to British Knighthood. He was also inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame in June, 2000.
Tickets on sale May 13 for Players Club Members, May 15 for general public.