Paul Rabliauskas facts for kids
Paul Rabliauskas is a funny Canadian stand-up comedian. He is well-known for starring in the TV show Acting Good, which started in 2022.
Paul has a mixed background. He is part Anishinaabe and part Lithuanian. He is also a member of the Poplar River First Nation, which is an Indigenous community.
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Paul's Comedy Journey
Paul started his comedy career in the late 2000s. He has performed at many big events and shows.
Early Comedy Appearances
Paul has been on stage at the famous Just for Laughs festival, which is a huge comedy event. He also appeared on the CBC Radio show The Debaters, where comedians debate funny topics. Another place you might have seen him is on the CBC Gem web series The New Wave of Standup, which features new comedy talent.
Comedy During the Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul's comedy shows slowed down. He moved from Winnipeg back to his home community, Poplar River, to be with his family. This time inspired him to create new projects.
Learning and Sharing Ojibwe
While in Poplar River, Paul started a podcast called Paul Anishinaabemo, which means "Paul Speaks Ojibwe". In this podcast, his mother taught him the Ojibwe language. It was a way for him to reconnect with his heritage and share it with others.
Creating Acting Good
Paul also used his experiences from returning home to create and write a sitcom called Acting Good. This TV show is based on his own life and what it was like to go back to his community. Acting Good first aired on CTV Comedy Channel in October 2022.
Other TV Appearances
Paul has also appeared on other comedy shows. He was in an episode of Roast Battle Canada during its third season. On that show, he competed against another comedian named Dakota Ray Hebert.