Introduction by Naomi Watanabe Welcome, everyone! Tonight, we’re diving into something I know very well: what’s funny in one country doesn’t always land the same in another. In the U.S., words like unapologetic or unstoppable sound powerful, even glamorous. But in Japan, if I walk into a room and say, ‘I’m unapologetic!’ people might look at me like, ‘Are … [Read more...] about Comedy Clash of Cultures: U.S. Boldness vs. Japanese Humility
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Interview with God: A Comedy with Jim Gaffigan
PrologueJim:So apparently, I’m supposed to interview God tonight.No pressure, right? Just me… a chubby dad with a sandwich… and the Almighty.I mean, what do you even ask God? “What’s the meaning of life?” “Why do bad things happen?”Or maybe… “Why do you keep inventing foods that taste amazing and then kill us?”Seriously. Bacon. Pizza. Deep-fried Oreos. It’s like … [Read more...] about Interview with God: A Comedy with Jim Gaffigan
American & Muslim Comedians on Faith and Peace
Trevor Noah:You know, when people talk about world peace, they often imagine politicians shaking hands, signing treaties, maybe a dove or two flying across the sky. But I’ve always thought — what if instead of politicians, we sent comedians? Imagine the UN General Assembly, but instead of speeches, you get a tight five from Chris Rock, a story from Mo Amer, and a … [Read more...] about American & Muslim Comedians on Faith and Peace
Islam in America: 5 Comedy Conversations on Real Challenges
Jim Gaffigan: (Spotlight comes up, Hasan walks to center stage with a smile)"Good evening, everybody! Welcome to a very special night where we’re going to tackle the big questions — faith, freedom, and why my mom still thinks American milk is 'too watery to be real.' Tonight, we’ve got a dream team of comedians — half from America, half from the Muslim … [Read more...] about Islam in America: 5 Comedy Conversations on Real Challenges
Waikiki Comedy Vacation with Conan, Ram Dass, Jim, Lenny & Nick
Conan O’Brien: (Beach sunrise. Cue dramatic ukulele strum that fades into the sound of a seagull heckling. Enter Conan in flip-flops, looking both impressed and slightly allergic to nature.)Conan:Aloha.Yes. Aloha. That’s the word that means hello, goodbye, and in this case: “What did I just step in?”Welcome to Waikiki—where the sun never sets on your … [Read more...] about Waikiki Comedy Vacation with Conan, Ram Dass, Jim, Lenny & Nick
Shakespeare’s Fools Reveal the Truth Behind the Mask
Sir Ian McKellen: I have walked the long corridors of Shakespeare’s world—worn the crowns of kings, wielded the swords of madmen, and wept in the arms of fate. But always, it was the fools… who whispered the deepest truths.They come cloaked in jests, eyes bright with mischief, words tipped with daggers. We dismiss them too easily—until their laughter echoes … [Read more...] about Shakespeare’s Fools Reveal the Truth Behind the Mask
The Pre-Birth Planning Room: I Picked This Life?!
Robin:Ahhh, souls! Welcome! Welcome to the Pre-Birth Planning Room — the only place where you voluntarily sign up for acne, heartbreak, and taxes in exchange for “character development.”You’ve just arrived from eternity, and before we ship you off to Earth — where nobody reads the manual — we thought you deserved a behind-the-scenes look at how this whole … [Read more...] about The Pre-Birth Planning Room: I Picked This Life?!
The Anxious Generation: A Comedy of Screens and Spirit
PROLOGUE[Lights down. One spotlight. Hasan Minhaj steps forward, phone in one hand, gaze reflective.]HASAN MINHAJ (Prologue)You know what's wild?We gave toddlers iPads......then got surprised when they developed anxiety by middle school.We said,“Hey kid, here’s a glowing rectangle that contains the opinions of 7 billion people.Now please sit still and thrive … [Read more...] about The Anxious Generation: A Comedy of Screens and Spirit
Dorian Caine’s Obscured Principles: A Comedy Veiled & Confused
Spotlight. DORIAN CAINE stands alone on a bare stage. His presence is calm, magnetic, dressed in a charcoal-gray coat that could be philosopher or illusionist. No set. No music. Just presence.Dorian Caine:Good evening. Or perhaps… good unmasking.What you are about to witness is not a play, but a reflection—one performed in shadows, punchlines, and the awkward … [Read more...] about Dorian Caine’s Obscured Principles: A Comedy Veiled & Confused
Helena Blavatsky Laughs with Comedians About Life and Death
Alan Watts: Ladies and gentlemen—or should I say, fellow manifestations of the cosmic giggle—You think you’re sitting here, watching some grand metaphysical mash-up. Helena Blavatsky? Comedians? Afterlife? Karma? Cosmic therapy?How delightfully strange.But you see, that’s the point.Life isn’t a problem to be solved—it’s a performance.The universe, in all … [Read more...] about Helena Blavatsky Laughs with Comedians About Life and Death