The comedy team of Egyptian-born Ahmed Ahmed and Rabbi Bob Alper kick off the U-Program Comedy Series Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 10 p.m. in Old Chapel with “One Arab. One Jew. One Stage.” The duo draws on their unnatural pairing and unique comedic viewpoints to promote a message of healing and understanding.
They have received international acclaim and recognition, appearing on CNN's “American Morning,” NPR, BBC and in numerous print publications.
Alper hails from rural Vermont, where he lives with his psychotherapist wife, Sherri. He has done stand-up at venues from The Hollywood IMPROV to London theatres. He has appeared on Comedy Central, Good Morning America and Showtime.
Alper is the author of “Life Doesn't Get Any Better Than This,” which the Detroit Free Press described as “a volume of spiritual gems.”
The Comedy Series runs through March 7, with a final performance by British comedian John Oliver, a correspondent on Comedy Central's “The Daily Show.” Oliver, who has appeared regularly on the popular cable show in the past year, has worked as a comedian around the UK for seven years, including performances at the Edinburgh Fringe, the world's largest arts festival.
Other performers include Troy Thirdgill Feb. 14; Jay Black Feb. 21; and Roy Wood Jr. Feb 28.
All performances take place Wednesday nights in Old Chapel at 10 p.m. For more information on the series contact Student Activities at 388-6118 or view their online events page.