DELRAY BEACH – Given the chance, a comedy scene can emerge in unexpected places.
The latest example? Apparently Arabian comedians have created a burgeoning scene – in Germany.
Even more encouraging is that several comedians enjoying success are female, performances that likely wouldn’t go over too well in their homeland. That’s the lead story in today’s Stand-Up Spotlight, and it’s enlightening.
The Spotlight also checks into Palestinian comedy today with an EqualTimes.org.
There’s also a Q&A with Indian female comic Aditi Mittal that explores her journey in stand-up comedy. Finally, there’s news that Jay Leno and Adam Carolla are teaming to create a comedy fantasy camp.
Funny knows no boundaries.
STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT – June 15, 2023
Tackling taboos, breaking down barriers and making people laugh: Arab women stand-up comedians in Germany
In the capital of Germany, a thriving community of Arabic-speaking stand-up comedians has found a permanent home. We speak to 3 women about their unexpected journey into comedy as well as the challenges and opportunities they have faced and overcome.
In recent years, several European cities have witnessed a few Arabic Stand-Up Comedy shows. However, it is in the capital of Germany where a thriving community of Arabic-speaking stand-up comedians has found a permanent home.
From checkpoints to punchlines: the emergence of Palestinian stand-up comedy
As the night unfurls its dark veil over the towering buildings of Ramallah, the spotlights illuminate the stage of the Ashtar Theatre, casting a captivating glow on what is no ordinary cultural event. It’s a gathering that blurs the lines between Palestinian spectators and performers, where comedians, poets, and musicians from all walks of life unite in their bond with art, stand-up comedy, and the Palestinian cause.
“I see incredible Palestinian talent here tonight, and it’s fantastic,” Tayeh begins, bathed in the spotlight while surrounded by the theatre’s shadows. “But the only thing I don’t understand is why you have to pay to perform,” he says, pointing to the ticket prices that both the audience and performers had to shell out to attend the show. “I’ll tell you why! Because it’s Ramallah and here you have to pay double price for everything. When I received my first salary, I had sushi for lunch. A few days later I started crying at a falafel place,” he quips, exposing the stark contrast between the soaring cost of living and stagnant wages in the city.
Aditi Mittal: A love-hate relationship with stand-up comedy
A fearless approach has enabled funny girl Aditi Mittal to make a fantastic impact.
The Indian stand-up comedian has had specials on Netflix and Amazon, along with performing internationally. She returns to the UK this week with her spirited new show Unalive at Soho Theatre in London from next Monday (12) to next Saturday (17).
Mittal tackles relatable topics in the laughter-filled special and was happy to discuss it with Eastern Eye. The cool comic also spoke about her journey, the pressures of performing live and revealing too much on stage.
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Jay Leno & Adam Carolla Team Up For Comedy Fantasy Camp For Aspiring Comedians & Writers
Comedy fans, aspiring stand-up comedians and television writers take note. Adam Carolla and Jay Leno have partnered with producers of Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp to launch the first-ever Comedy Fantasy Camp, a four-day event which offers participants the opportunity to work with some of the most successful talent in the comedy industry. It will be held in Hollywood, CA, Thursday, October 12 through Sunday, October 15.
