Matin Atrushi: Comedian
Matin Atrushi brings a Kurdish American perspective to stand-up comedy, using family stories, cultural observations, and everyday experiences to connect audiences through shared laughter.
Quick Facts:
- Stand-up comedian and online sketch creator.
- Brings a Kurdish American perspective to his material.
- Has shared stages with Robin Williams and Chris Rock.
- Television credits include Viral Video Showdown and Laughs.
- Formats:
Stand-up comedy and live entertainment.
- Audiences:
Comedy venues, cultural events, community gatherings, private celebrations, and corporate entertainment programs.
- Outcomes:
- Personal storytelling shaped by a multicultural upbringing.
- Humorous observations about identity, family, and everyday life.
- Shared laughter that encourages connection across different backgrounds.
- Travels from: San Diego, CA
- **Fee range: $500 - $5,000
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Talent Short Bio
Matin Atrushi is a stand-up comedian and sketch creator whose humor draws on his Kurdish American upbringing and experiences as a Middle Eastern performer in the United States.
The son of Kurdish political refugees, Matin grew up in Bismarck, North Dakota. He began performing stand-up at age 24 in Los Angeles and has shared stages with Robin Williams and Chris Rock.
His creative work includes the online sketches Day at the Beach and Uncle Matin’s Sword Trick, featuring Mark Christopher Lawrence. His videos have attracted millions of views, and his television credits include Syfy’s Viral Video Showdown and Fox’s Laughs.
Matin combines storytelling and cultural observations to challenge assumptions and help audiences find humor in shared experiences.
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