This collaboration with National Artists Management Company (NAMCO) and TruWorthy Productions marks a significantmilestone for the Quebec-based company in the field of theatrical and musical productions. In addition to the amazingcomedy festivals that Just For Laughs has been producing around the world, the company has also created French-languageadaptations of beloved musicals such as Mary Poppins, Annie, Waitress, Chicago, and many more. It was after collaboratingwith Barry and Fran Weissler, along with NAMCO’s executive producer Alecia Parker, on the French adaptations ofWaitress and Chicago in Montreal, that the company was approached for the co-production of Real Women Have Curveson Broadway.

"Collaborating once again with our Quebec partners at Just For Laughs, this time in New York, is truly exciting. We havebuilt a wonderful relationship and it’s a pleasure to have them as co-producers on Real Women Have Curves. They areincredible and valuable partners." says Barry Weissler, producer of Real Women Have Curves and founder of NAMCO, theNew York-based company with an impressive track record of nearly 50 years of experience in producing world-classproductions. Whether on Broadway, the West End, or with international tours, NAMCO’s productions have earned 93 TonyAward nominations and 8 Laurence Olivier Award nominations, winning 24 Tony Awards and 2 Olivier Awards.

"This new and exciting adventure confirms the position of Just For Entertainment as a leader in musical theater productionin Quebec and marks a significant expansion for its Just For Laughs division, opening the door to new opportunities inNew York, the United States, London, and internationally." said Sylvain Parent-Bédard, president and new owner of JustFor Laughs, a division of the Just For Entertainment Group. "Although comedy has always been our focus, we are convincedthat theater—whether musical, comedic, or dramatic— can be an equally powerful unifying force. We are excited aboutexpanding the Just For Laughs brand with musical productions on Broadway, and it is an honor to begin this new chapterfor the company with trusted partners like Barry and Alecia."

"Our involvement as co-producer of Real Women Have Curves is a natural extension of our successful collaboration withNAMCO for the world premiere of Waitress in French last year and now for the production of Chicago. I must also say thatwe were immediately captivated by this original musical. The songs by Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez are absolutelybeautiful, and the show powerfully demonstrates that a hearWelt story about the real challenges faced by immigrants canalso be a funny, inspiring, and upliXing celebration of family, community, and resilience. It’s truly a show that brings peopletogether!" concludes Jérôme Tremblay, producer at Just For Entertainment.

Based on Josefina López's acclaimed play that inspired the iconic HBO hit film by Josefina López and George LaVoo, RealWomen Have Curves is a captivating new show that explores life's unexpected turns with strength and emotion. Thisadaptation marks a historic first on Broadway: a musical where the entire creative team (book, music, choreography, anddirection) is made up of Latin artists, including music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winning artist Joy Huerta andcomposter/lyricist Benjamin Velez, book by Lisa Loomer with Nell Benjamin, and direction and choreography by Tony andOlivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo. Music Supervision is by Nadia DiGiallonardo. The show will star Tatianna Córdoba inher Broadway debut, alongside Screen Actors Guild Award-winner Justina Machado, and has been cast by X Casting/VictorVazquez, CSA and ARC/Duncan Stewart, CSA.

With over 25,000 tickets sold in just a few months, CHICAGO has set a remarkable sales record and is now positioned as THE show of the summer of 2025. Launched as part of the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival, the musical features anexceptional cast including Véronic DiCaire, Terra Ciccotosto MacLeod and Mélissa Bédard, accompanied by a 14-pieceorchestra. 

A timeless masterpiece that immerses audiences in the captivating, tumultuous world of 1920s jazz, CHICAGO will bepresented at Espace St-Denis from June 21, 2025, then at Théâtre Capitole from August 9, 2025 during Just for Laughs Québec (formerly ComediHa! Fest-Québec). The show is also scheduled to open at Théâtre du Casino du Lac-Leamy onSeptember 10, 2025. WWW.CHICAGOLACOMEDIEMUSICALE.COM

Since it was founded in 1997, Just For Entertainment/Juste pour divertir (formerly ComediHa!) has firmly established itself as an international entertainment leader in the world of live shows television, film and festivals. In 2024, the acquisition of the Just For Laughs Group added to ComediHa’s strengths and values. We solidified our position as the benchmark in the comedy industry for “Making people laugh around the world”. Established in 1983, Just For Laughs is internationally renowned for organizing the world’s largest comedy festival, attracting millions of visitors to Montreal and Quebec City. It’s also celebrated for its role in promoting comedy worldwide and for catapulting the careers of countless comedy stars. Today, Just For Entertainment goes far beyond comedy to deliver a diverse range of content, including music, drama and much more. Our talented team is made up of nearly 200 permanent employees and 6,000+ temporary employees and collaborators, who always bring their shared passion and creativity to the table. Our mission is clear: Bring together talent to create a world of entertainment through inspiring brands and content. Our brands and products now captivate hundreds of millions of viewers around the world via our broadcast partners, festivals, social media, and digital platforms, which are followed by over 70 million engaged fans and have accumulated over 100 billion views so far.

Established in 1983, Just For Laughs stands as a global beacon of comedy, orchestrating the world's grandest Comedy festival in Montreal. It has fostered the ascent of esteemed comedians and entertains millions of viewers annually through its festivals and content broadcast in over 150 countries. Just For Laughs also produces shows and musical comedies and organizes the "ComedyPRO" conference.

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