--- title: "Big Stuff | Assembly Festival" meta: "og:description": "Acclaimed Canadian Second City comedy duo, Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus, directed by genius collaborator Kat Sandler, bring their signature mix of storytelling and improvisation to Big Stuff – a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of the stuff we leave behind. This fast-paced two-hander unpacks the emotional and absurd aspects of loss – from basement clutter to memories that linger. With quick wit and sharp chemistry, Baram and Snieckus turn life's big questions into big laughs. Supported by the Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation and High Commission of Canada as part of Spotlight Canada 2026." "og:title": "Big Stuff" "twitter:description": "Acclaimed Canadian Second City comedy duo, Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus, directed by genius collaborator Kat Sandler, bring their signature mix of storytelling and improvisation to Big Stuff – a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of the stuff we leave behind. This fast-paced two-hander unpacks the emotional and absurd aspects of loss – from basement clutter to memories that linger. With quick wit and sharp chemistry, Baram and Snieckus turn life's big questions into big laughs. Supported by the Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation and High Commission of Canada as part of Spotlight Canada 2026." "twitter:title": "Big Stuff" description: "Acclaimed Canadian Second City comedy duo, Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus, directed by genius collaborator Kat Sandler, bring their signature mix of storytelling and improvisation to Big Stuff – a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of the stuff we leave behind. This fast-paced two-hander unpacks the emotional and absurd aspects of loss – from basement clutter to memories that linger. With quick wit and sharp chemistry, Baram and Snieckus turn life's big questions into big laughs. Supported by the Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation and High Commission of Canada as part of Spotlight Canada 2026." --- # Big Stuff [**← **Back to What's On](https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on) [ ![Big Stuff](https://assemblyfestival.com/_vercel/image?url=https:%2F%2Fassemblyfestival.pazaz.studio%2Fassets%2F8da86503-209b-4c45-833a-cb8375e1c2ba?width=360%26height=360%26format=webp&w=1536&q=100) # Big Stuff Acclaimed Canadian Second City comedy duo, Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus, directed by genius collaborator Kat Sandler, bring their signature mix of storytelling and improvisation to Big Stuff – a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of the stuff we leave behind. This fast-paced two-hander unpacks the emotional and absurd aspects of loss – from basement clutter to memories that linger. With quick wit and sharp chemistry, Baram and Snieckus turn life's big questions into big laughs. Co-Created and Directed by Kat SandlerAssistant Directed by Rachel Moore Supported by the Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation and High Commission of Canada as part of Spotlight Canada 2026 ★★★★ 'A well-packed roadshow of sentimental antiques' Winnipeg Free Press★★★★ 'A fast-paced, funny two-hander, that deftly contemplates grief' Next Magazine★★★★★ 'If there's any justice, this show will tour the country, continent and world...A Must See' Glenn Sumi (Critic's Pick)'One of those pieces of theatre you'll carry with you for the rest of your life' _Globe and Mail_ ## Show Trailer [![Video thumbnail](https://img.youtube.com/vi/P1yDeIpJYcY/sddefault.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1yDeIpJYcY) ##### Show Trailer [ ## You may also like [](https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/shotgunned) Theatre Comedy Drama #### **Shotgunned** 26-30 Aug 2026 15:10 **Assembly George Square Studios** [Book Now](https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/shotgunned/performances) [ [](https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/celia-pacquola-gift-horse) Comedy Stand-Up #### **Celia Pacquola - 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