Albert Howell

Who is Albert Howell?

Albert Howell is a Canadian improv comedian and poet. He is currently the head writer at the comedy show 'This Hour Has 22 Minutes' and was a writer/performer on 'Comedy Inc.' He has appeared in several films and television shows, and has received recognition for his screenwriting as well as for his improv work. Howell began his career at the Loose Moose Theatre in Calgary where he trained with Keith Johnstone. He started performing in local comedy clubs with his friends Roman Danylo, Peter Oldring, Rebecca Northan, and Graeme Davies. In 1993 Howell joined the cast of The Second City and performed there until 1997, including a brief period in Chicago where he performed with Tina Fey. In 1997, he and Andrew Currie formed The Devil's Advocates, a comedy duo that found success after appearing on Speakers' Corner. They were offered the job of hosting Improv Heaven & Hell on The Comedy Network, which starred such improv greats as Teresa Pavlinek, Jack Mosshammer, Bob Martin and Colin Mochrie. Howell also appeared on Open Mike with Mike Bullard and The Conan O'Brien Show.