Described by his Kids in the Hall cohorts as "the socially retarded but lovable member" of the comedy troupe, sweet-faced, big-eyed Bruce McCulloch met Mark McKinney while working with the Loose Moose Theatre Company in his native Calgary. After forming 'The Audience' together, the duo moved to Toronto, eventually teaming with Kevin McDonald, Dave Foley and Scott Thompson as 'The Kids in the Hall' (the group's name coming from the description Jack Benny used for young writers who were trying to sell him gags). Through years of live performing, the quintet honed its shtick, a distinctive mix of
Met Mark McKinney while performing with Calgary's Loose Moose Theatre Company
1981
Formed 'The Audience' in Calgary with McKinney
1983
Moved to Toronto with McKinney
1984
Formed 'The Kids in the Hall' (name derived from the young comedy writers who used to write jokes for Jack Benny during the 50s) with McKinney, Scott Thompson, Dave Foley and Kevin McDonald
1985
Wrote for and made occasional appearances on "Saturday Night Live" (NBC)
