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Matt Kirshen's precision wit has earned him an impressive reputation on the international comedy circuit. Starting his comedy career in the UK, he moved to America as a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing. He has also appeared on Comedy Central’s @Midnight, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Paul Provenza’s Green Room on Showtime, and The Nerdist, and is one of the regular guest co-hosts of StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson. He was a writer for The Jim Jefferies Show on Comedy Central, for which he was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award, and also wrote for Arrested Development, and wrote for and appeared on How To Build… Everything on the Science channel and Comedy KnockOut on TruTV. His debut CD, "I Guess We'll Never Know" was named in Laughspin Magazine's top 10 albums of the year and his hit appearance at Just For Laughs festival in Montreal resulted in no fewer than 4 of his gags appearing in the Montreal Gazette's round up of their best jokes of the fest. He also hosts Probably Science, a weekly comedy and science podcast featuring a mix of comedians and scientists breaking down the week’s science news. While it's his TV appearances that most comedy fans will recognize him from, they are often surprised at the breadth and scope of his material, described by one reviewer as "intelligent, but with the emphasis firmly on the funny.”Other Events
Special Event: Mario Adrion
at Capitol City Comedy ClubMario Adrion is a stand-up comedian and YouTuber from a small town in Germany who gained over 2 million followers from posting VLOGs and comedy clips across his various social platforms. His comedy is refreshingly vulnerable playing with the struggles and stereotypes of being a retired male model and as a European living in the United States. He’s been featured in Vogue, FOX, ABC, Daily Front Row, Pro7, Jimmy Kimmel LIVE, and you also might know him from his iconic comedy performance challenging Katy Perry to a Catwalk Battle on American Idol while wearing a Speedo. Based out of LA and NYC, Mario regularly performs at the Hollywood IMPROV, Laugh Factory, The Stand NYC, and recently sold-out his headlining shows as part of the New York Comedy Festival. Mario is currently touring the United States as part of his “German Efficiency” stand up tour. He is one of the hottest new comics and you don’t want to miss his European charm.
Special Event: Gaurav Gupta (THIS SHOW IS COMPLETELY IN HINDI WITH NO TRANSLATION)
at Capitol City Comedy ClubGaurav Kapoor, the sharp-witted comedian from Delhi, is back with his signature humor! Known for his razor-sharp wit and candid storytelling, he has dominated open mic competitions and become a staple at comedy clubs across the country. His YouTube videos have amassed millions of views, and his Amazon Prime special HahaKaar boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 8.2. Kapoor’s performances blend observational humor with hilarious anecdotes, taking satirical jabs at corporate offices, festivals, Indian households, and nostalgic reflections on the '90s, food, travel, and couple dynamics. Now, he’s bringing his remarkable comedy show to Austin as part of his USA tour. Prepare for an evening of laughter—this event promises to be an absolute riot!
Special Event: Gaurav Gupta (THIS SHOW IS COMPLETELY IN HINDI WITH NO TRANSLATION)
at Capitol City Comedy ClubGaurav Kapoor, the sharp-witted comedian from Delhi, is back with his signature humor! Known for his razor-sharp wit and candid storytelling, he has dominated open mic competitions and become a staple at comedy clubs across the country. His YouTube videos have amassed millions of views, and his Amazon Prime special HahaKaar boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 8.2. Kapoor’s performances blend observational humor with hilarious anecdotes, taking satirical jabs at corporate offices, festivals, Indian households, and nostalgic reflections on the '90s, food, travel, and couple dynamics. Now, he’s bringing his remarkable comedy show to Austin as part of his USA tour. Prepare for an evening of laughter—this event promises to be an absolute riot!
