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Weapons of Mass Hilarity

  • Rose and Crown 71-73 Torriano Avenue London, England, NW5 2SG United Kingdom (map)

What happens when an Arab,Persian and Assyrian walk into a bar?

Weapons of Mass Hilarity returns, now Guardian recommended... the line up will be:

Hajar J. Woodland: Stand-up and podcaster Hajar is still trying to make sense of her Iranian identity and strict Muslim upbringing, while having no idea whether she can still apply to a BAME scheme. Funny Women semi-finalist, she's a Soho Theatre graduate and is working on her debut solo show.

Laith Elzubaidi: A British-Iraqi comedy and drama screenwriter and actor, Laith is based in London. His work has won accolades at the Edinburgh TV Festival and New Voices Awards at Soho House. He is currently building a one hour storytelling show centred atround generational refugee experiences.

Jenan Younis: BBC New Voices winner Jenan is an Assyrian comedian based in London. She is a finalist in the Amused New Moose New Act Award, 99 Comedy Club Bursary Award and SE Comedian of the Year. Her radio show "Jenan's comedy award" and podcast "Jenan's standup snippets" were listed by the Guardian and one of the funniest "things to listen to" during lockdown. "Sharp, hip smart comedian - Not to be Missed!" The List, "Unique viewpoint" Chortle

Sezar Alkassab: Glaswegian Sezar is known for his conversational comedy which explores his heritage, managing cultural differences, dating, gender politics with silly stories, informed observations, and provocative punchlines.

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