Comedy: Nasser Al-Rayess
2025-10-30 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Syrian-American comedian Nasser Al-Rayess, popularly known as @naw_sir and the “Shawarma King,” has rapidly risen as a dynamic force in the comedy world. Through his sharp wit and exploration of his Arab-American identity, Nasser offers a refreshing take on pop culture and current events. His keen observational humor, especially around identity and popular Arab music, has garnered him a million followers across social media.
Nasser’s impact reaches far beyond the digital realm as he has toured across the country, gracing stages in New York City, Texas, Los Angeles, Florida, and more. His stand-up comedy showcases his innovative comedy style, blending humor, Arabic music, and the warm ambiance of a traditional Arab gathering, leaving audiences of all backgrounds entertained and embraced.
Aspiring to revolutionize Arab-American comedy, Nasser is pushing Arab culture into the mainstream. His journey of unapologetic self-acceptance continues to captivate audiences, as he leads the way in representing and celebrating Arab-American voices in comedy.

Comedian: Atheer Yacoub
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Atheer Yacoub is a Brooklyn-based comedian and writer, who has performed across the U.S. on stage and on screen. Her half-hour stand-up special premiered on Comedy Central Arabia in 2018, and was broadcast for a global, multilingual audience across the Middle East.

Comedian: Dina Hashem
2025-12-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Dina is currently a writer for The Daily Show and previously wrote on Sex Lives of College Girls and The Premise from BJ Novak (The Office). She is the voice of Lamby on RAMY YOUSSEF’s animated show #1 Happy Family for A24 and Amazon. In 2023, she released her debut special Dark Little Whispers on Amazon Prime. Known for her deadpan delivery and nuanced observations on her Islamic upbringing, DINA has been a stand out on the NY comedy scene since winning her first appearance on Comedy Central’s Roast Battle. She was named one of TEAM COCO’s Comics to Watch and made her late night debut on Conan in 2017. She has also appeared on THIS WEEK AT THE COMEDY CELLAR.

Yemeni-American Comedian Ahmed Al-kadri Live in Seattle
2026-01-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Cherry Street Village, 720 25th Avenue, Seattle, WA, United States
Don’t Miss Yemeni-American Comedian Ahmed Al-kadri Live in Seattle!
Get ready for a night full of laughs with Ahmed Al-kadri, bringing his unique blend of humor to Seattle. This in-person show is the perfect chance to experience his wit and storytelling up close. Whether you’re a fan of stand-up or just looking for a great time, Ahmed’s got you covered. Grab your friends and join us for some unforgettable comedy!

Comedy: Sammy Obeid
2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Tacoma Comedy Club, 933 Market St, Tacoma, Washington, 98402, United States
Shows starting at 9:30pm or later are 21+, and shows starting earlier are 18+ with a valid ID.
Seats only guaranteed until showtime. Ticket price is more expensive at the door (if any remain).
Premium seating is in the front row of the balcony, and front two rows. General Admission is first come, first serve.
There are no refunds on any ticket purchases.
2-item minimum in showroom. This means each person must purchase 2 items off the menu. This can be an alcoholic, or non-alcoholic drink, or any of our food items.

Sammy Obeid: In Love with Seattle!
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122
Due to popular demand Comedian Sammy Obeid (Netflix, Conan) performs LIVE again in Seattle on February 14, 1:00pm at Washington Hall.

💙 Sammy Obeid: In Love with Seattle! 💙
February 14, 2026 | 1:00 PM | Washington Hall
Fresh off sold-out shows around the world, comedian Sammy Obeid returns to Seattle for a special Valentine’s Day afternoon performance.

Comedy: Bassam Youssef
2026-03-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Moore Theater, 1932 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Bassem Youssef was the host of popular TV show Al Bernameg – the first political satire show in the Middle East. Originally a 5-minute show on YouTube, Al Bernameg became the first online-to-TV conversion in the Middle East and the most-watched show across the region with 30 million viewers every week, and over a million subscribers to its YouTube channel. In recognition of his success, Youssef was named among the Time Magazine most influential list for 2013 – under the “Pioneers” category, was awarded the International Press Freedom Award by the CPJ, and was chosen by Foreign Policy magazine as one of the global thinkers during the same year. The first title in Bassem’s children’s book series, The Magical Reality of Nadia published on February 2nd, 2021 by Scholastic and is currently being developed as an animated series. Bassem can be seen in MO (Netflix), RAMY (Hulu), LIONESS (Paramount+) and UPLOAD (Amazon). In October of 2023 Bassem’s interview with Piers Morgan saw worldwide acclaim and was shared and reposted on the internet all over the world – it is now the most viewed interview in the history of Piers Morgan Uncensored. In 2024 Youssef sold over 100,000 tickets to his one-man stand-up comedy show, THE MIDDLE BEAST where he performed in theaters and arenas all over the world. Bassem lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.

Comedian: Sam Salem
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-17 21:45 - 23:00, 2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-18 21:45 - 23:00 | Tacoma Comedy Club, 933 Market St, Tacoma, Washington, 98402, United States
Once a midwesterner, Sam Salem is an LA-based comedian known best for fitting in with the youth (read: making up Gen Z slang for his students). When Sam isn’t headlining at clubs and theaters throughout the U.S., he’s creating online videos featuring his uniquely laidback comedic voice, reaching more than 100 million views across platforms. As a result, his comedy has been featured on EllenTV, iHeartRadio, and in national commentary on SportsCenter. Perhaps his most impressive feat, Sam faces his toughest audience when he’s not on stage: high school classrooms.

Comedian: Emil Hakim
2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-01 21:30 - 23:00, 2026-05-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-02 21:30 - 23:00, 2026-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Emil Wakim is a stand-up comedian and writer based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Bloomington, Indiana. He was a writer and cast member on Saturday Night Live for its milestone 50th season. Emil made his late-night television debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallonand can be seen on the latest season of Comedy Central’s Stand-Up Featuring. Also, he was selected as a New Face of Comedy at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. Emil has opened for Roy Wood Jr., Kyle Kinane, Moshe Kasher, Michael Rapaport, and is a regular tour opener for Nikki Glaser.
