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.

Nataly Aukar: Lebanese American Comedian at Emerald City Comedy Club
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Nataly Aukar

Lebanese American Comedian at Emerald City Comedy Club, Seattle.

All shows are 21+ with valid ID unless stated otherwise.
Seats only guaranteed until showtime. Ticket price is more expensive at the door (if any remain).
Reserved seating is the best 25% of seats. General Admission is first come first served after that.
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.

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.

Comedian Abbas Wahab
2026-05-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Abbas Wahab is a New York–based, Canadian comedian and actor. He’s been featured at the Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as a SWAT officer in M. Night Shyamalan’s TRAP. Wahab has appeared in hit TV shows including The Boys, What We Do in the Shadows, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He’s opened for comedy staples like Tom Green and Brian Holtzman, and has built a loyal following of over 350k fans on Instagram and TikTok. He’s best known for his viral “job interview” and “automotive marketing” series, which parody the behind-the-scenes hiring and advertising tactics of major brands. His comedic style has been described as electrifying and sharp, with grounded storytelling. Don’t miss him on the road!

Comedian Al Daheeh Live in Seattle
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Seattle, get ready to laugh out loud!
This show is in Arabic

Comedian: Saaniya Abbas
2026-05-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Saaniya Abbas is a Dubai-based comedian and storyteller whose rise from sheltered good girl to globe-trotting cutie has captured audiences across continents.

Fady Rizk’s Inevitable Comedy Tour
2026-06-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Fady Rizk’s Inevitable Comedy Tour: ‘Fady is now touring his new comedy hour, “Inevitable” — a high-energy, interactive show packed with crowd work, relatable stories, sharp observations, and real moments that hit way too close to home no matter where you come from.
Seattle — with Egypt playing its first game in the 2026 World Cup and facing Belgium on June 15, come join Fady the night before for an evening full of laughs, great energy, and a chance to clear your mind before the big game. Whether you’re a football fan or just looking for a fun night out, this is a high-energy interactive show built to bring people together
Fady Rizk is a New York–based Egyptian comedian, actor, and musical artist known for his honest, relatable humor and story-driven comedy. Often referred to as “the Egyptian king of clean comedy,” Fady encourages people to see one another as individuals rather than categories, using humor to bridge cultures and highlight shared human experiences.
Fady has been performing stand-up comedy for over 10 years across top comedy clubs and international stages around the world. He was featured on Comedy Central Arabia and recently appeared in the feature film Lucky Lu, which premiered at Cannes, TIFF, and several other international film festivals.

Comedian: Ali Sultan
2026-07-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Ali Sultan saw his first stand-up comedian after moving to America from Yemen at the age of 15. He developed a desire to go on stage, but first, he needed to learn English.
Ali became the first Yemeni-Ethiopian American to make a stand-up television network debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He has appeared on Comedy Central’s Hart of the City with Kevin Hart and filmed his half-hour comedy special in Dubai for Comedy Central Arabia. He has been featured on Don’t Tell comedy sets. He also represented Minnesota and won the Best in the Midwest competition at Gilda’s LaughFest. His special from Dry Bar Comedy has received 1.8 million views on YouTube and he featured on Roots of Comedy on PBS.

Comedian: Malik Elassal
2026-08-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-14 21:45 - 23:30, 2026-08-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-15 21:45 - 23:30 | Tacoma Comedy Club, 933 Market St, Tacoma, Washington, 98402, United States
Malik Elassal is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his sharp, heartfelt comedy. His Lebanese-Canadian roots bring depth and perspective to his storytelling, earning him a spot on Vulture’s 2024 “Comedians You Should and Will Know” list.
Named a New Face at JFL Montreal 2022, he went on to tour nationally and earned viral acclaim with one of Don’t Tell Comedy’s most-watched sets, racking up over 3.5 million views. He returned to Just For Laughs in 2023 to perform at a Gala and as a part of the “Just For The Culture” Show, where he was a stand out.
On screen, Elassal stars in the FX/Hulu series Adults, playing Samir, an earnest over-thinker navigating life, love, and unemployment in New York City. Before this, Malik won Top Comic in his home city of Calgary, recorded sets for television at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and CBC’s New Wave of Standup, and performed the titular track of the Just For Laughs originals album ‘Yeehaw Hell Yeah’.
He currently resides in Brooklyn and performs regularly around the city and in clubs across the continent.

Hilarious Habibis
2026-09-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Pound Arts Gallery, 1216 10th Ave, Seattle, WA
Hilarious Habibis (Middle Eastern comedy show) at Pound Arts

Featured on Netflix Is A Joke Festival and Arab News, Hilarious Habibis is a stand-up comedy showcase spotlighting Middle Eastern comedians.
About this Event
Featured on Netflix Is A Joke Fest and Arab News, Hilarious Habibis is Hollywood’s premier stand-up comedy showcase featuring Middle Eastern & North African comedians. The show aims to bring together a diverse group of artists and audiences to laugh about everything, from brown parent trauma and cultural hiccups to AMC commercials and lube.
Produced by LA-based Syrian-American comedians Gena B. Jones (Regular, The Hollywood Improv) and Lynn Maleh (TV Writer, Fox), Hilarious Habibis lends a definitively female voice to the Middle Eastern comedy landscape.
Note: this show does not adhere to “clean” or “religious-friendly” comedy. Performances may contain profanity, sexually-explicit topics, criticisms of religion and/or politics.

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Comedian: Mohanad Elshieky
2026-12-17 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crocodile, 2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA, 98033, United States
Mohanad Elshieky is a New York-based, Libyan-born comedian who made his national TV debut on Conan, appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and has been featured on Comedy Central and Don’t Tell Comedy. He has toured across the country with the critically acclaimed storytelling show Pop-Up Magazine.
