In Profile: Shappi Khorsandi

Coming from a family of comedians – she has previously supported her father in the US as well as performed with her brother in How to be Iranian – Shappi Khorsandi is in now well the midst of her own success. Last year, she charmed audiences with her cheerful mix of stories, from desires to save the world to musings on the elections in Iran, always handled with a light touch; grappling with serious politics without getting bogged down.

Her natural wit and warmth infuses through the room no matter what size of audience she plays to, and whether she plays at the Hammersmith Apollo or your local comedy club, she will happily chat with the audience and get to know everyone like the perfect party host. With shows always full of joy and laughter, be sure to book early.