Hasan Minhaj
Latest News on Hasan Minhaj:
Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto (Nov 4, 2024)
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend (Oct 13, 2024)
McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins (Sep 21, 2024)
Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto (Nov 4, 2024)
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend (Oct 13, 2024)
McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins (Sep 21, 2024)
BIO
Minhaj is best known for his Netflix show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj. He has won two Peabody Awards and two Webby Awards.
After working as a stand-up comic and appearing in minor television roles, he came to prominence for his work on The Daily Show as its senior correspondent from 2014 to 2018. Minhaj was the featured speaker at the 2017 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. His first stand-up comedy special, Homecoming King, debuted on Netflix on May 23, 2017 received positive reviews from critics, and earned him his first Peabody Award in 2018.
Minhaj left The Daily Show in August 2018 to host a weekly comedy show, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, which debuted on Netflix on October 28, 2018. In April 2019, he won his second Peabody Award for Patriot Act, and he was listed among TIME's 100 most influential people in the world.
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Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman, Laura Benanti & More Star in NO HARD FEELINGS Trailer
by Michael Major - Mar 9, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Hasan Minhaj Talk About Justin Trudeau on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN!
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 22, 2019
VIDEO: Paul Rudd Talks About Being a Crossword Answer on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN!
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 22, 2019
VIDEO: Watch Hasan Minhaj Talk About Getting Kicked Out of an Indian Political Rally on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 24, 2019
VIDEO: Netflix Shares the Trailer for the Return of Jerry Seinfeld's COMEDIANS IN CARS GETTING COFFEE
by Macon Prickett - Jun 20, 2018
VIDEO: Mila Kunis & Kate McKinnon Kick Butt in this New Trailer for THE SPY WHO DUMPED ME
by Macon Prickett - May 11, 2018
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Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto
The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!
The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
Audiences will get a double bill of jazz brilliance with Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA on Saturday, October 19. Check out a video sneak peek at the performance here.
Audiences will get a double bill of jazz brilliance with Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA on Saturday, October 19. Check out a video sneak peek at the performance here.
McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins
McCarter Theatre Center has begun its highly anticipated 2024-2025 Presenting Season, offering a blend of perennial favorites and exciting cutting-edge talent.
McCarter Theatre Center has begun its highly anticipated 2024-2025 Presenting Season, offering a blend of perennial favorites and exciting cutting-edge talent.
Lewis Capaldi's 'Love The Hell Out Of You' Theme From IT ENDS WITH US Out Now
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer and songwriter Lewis Capaldi’s “Love The Hell Out Of You,” is featured as the lead track from the highly anticipated new Sony Pictures film It Ends With Us, exclusively in theaters. The song is available to listen to now.
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer and songwriter Lewis Capaldi’s “Love The Hell Out Of You,” is featured as the lead track from the highly anticipated new Sony Pictures film It Ends With Us, exclusively in theaters. The song is available to listen to now.
Chris Redd & More to Perform at The Den Theatre in October
The Den Theatre revealed its lineup of October comedy shows featuring Chris Redd and Ryan Sickle. Enjoy a month of laughter with top comedians in Chicago.
The Den Theatre revealed its lineup of October comedy shows featuring Chris Redd and Ryan Sickle. Enjoy a month of laughter with top comedians in Chicago.
Photos: Inside The 84th Annual Peabody Awards With Mel Brooks, Billy Crystal & More
On June 9th, the entertainment industry came together to celebrate the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. Winners were chosen by a unanimous vote from over 1,100 entries in television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. See photos from the event!
On June 9th, the entertainment industry came together to celebrate the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. Winners were chosen by a unanimous vote from over 1,100 entries in television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. See photos from the event!
Matt Rife Will Set the Record For Most Consecutive Comedy Performances at the Chicago Theatre
Comedian Matt Rife will break the record for most consecutive comedy performances at The Chicago Theatre with his sold-out run of eight consecutive shows at the iconic venue between May 30 and June 2, as part of his ProbleMATTic World Tour, produced by Live Nation.
Comedian Matt Rife will break the record for most consecutive comedy performances at The Chicago Theatre with his sold-out run of eight consecutive shows at the iconic venue between May 30 and June 2, as part of his ProbleMATTic World Tour, produced by Live Nation.
McCarter Announces 2024-2025 Dance Series, Returning This September
McCarter Theatre Center has announced its 2024-2025 Dance Series – featuring Ballet Hispánico, SW!NG OUT from superstar choreographer Caleb Teicher, Noli Timere – a new collaboration between Director/Choreographer/Princeton University Professor Rebecca Lazier and sculptor Janet Echelman, Seoul-based Bereishit Dance Company, and Twyla Tharp Dance. Also included as an optional season encore is the highly anticipated return of Pilobolus.
McCarter Theatre Center has announced its 2024-2025 Dance Series – featuring Ballet Hispánico, SW!NG OUT from superstar choreographer Caleb Teicher, Noli Timere – a new collaboration between Director/Choreographer/Princeton University Professor Rebecca Lazier and sculptor Janet Echelman, Seoul-based Bereishit Dance Company, and Twyla Tharp Dance. Also included as an optional season encore is the highly anticipated return of Pilobolus.
McCarter Announces New Leadership Team Members
McCarter Theatre Center has announced two significant appointments to its leadership team: Donya K. Washington as the new BOLD Associate Artistic Director and Joe Peacock as Director of Development.
McCarter Theatre Center has announced two significant appointments to its leadership team: Donya K. Washington as the new BOLD Associate Artistic Director and Joe Peacock as Director of Development.
Comedian Rajiv Satyal To Premiere Standup Comedy Special at the Angelika Film Center & Café
First-generation Indian American comedian, Rajiv Satyal, is set to premiere his standup comedy special, ALL OVER THE PLACE at the Angelika Film Center & Café in New York City. Learn how to purchase tickets.
First-generation Indian American comedian, Rajiv Satyal, is set to premiere his standup comedy special, ALL OVER THE PLACE at the Angelika Film Center & Café in New York City. Learn how to purchase tickets.
SERIESFEST Set For This May in Denver
SeriesFest, the esteemed international festival and non-profit organization dedicated to elevating emerging and underrepresented voices in episodic storytelling, has announced the full lineup for SeriesFest: Season 10.
SeriesFest, the esteemed international festival and non-profit organization dedicated to elevating emerging and underrepresented voices in episodic storytelling, has announced the full lineup for SeriesFest: Season 10.
EMPIRE RECORDS World Premiere and More Announced for McCarter 2024-2025 Theatre Series
Discover the exciting lineup for McCarter's 2024-2025 Theatre Series. Experience a diverse range of performances that promise to captivate and inspire audiences.
Discover the exciting lineup for McCarter's 2024-2025 Theatre Series. Experience a diverse range of performances that promise to captivate and inspire audiences.
Mike Birbiglia-Led GOOD ONE: A SHOW ABOUT JOKES is Coming to Peacock
The docu-special features Mike Birbiglia, alongside interviews and commentary from distinguished comedians including Seth Meyers, Hasan Minhaj, Atsuko Okatsuka and more. Following the run of his latest Broadway show, comedian Mike Birbiglia begins an unpredictable journey developing new material from personal truths. Watch the video trailer!
The docu-special features Mike Birbiglia, alongside interviews and commentary from distinguished comedians including Seth Meyers, Hasan Minhaj, Atsuko Okatsuka and more. Following the run of his latest Broadway show, comedian Mike Birbiglia begins an unpredictable journey developing new material from personal truths. Watch the video trailer!
DREAMGIRLS Starts Performances at McCarter This Week - Full Cast Announced!
McCarter Theatre Center has announced the cast for the revival of the Tony and Grammy award-winning DREAMGIRLS. Learn more here!
McCarter Theatre Center has announced the cast for the revival of the Tony and Grammy award-winning DREAMGIRLS. Learn more here!
Exclusive: Scott Pask Unpacks That Awesome, Surprise GUTENBERG! Set
Gutenberg! The Muscial is entering its final week of performances on Broadway, and by this point you probably know all about the production's nightly special guests... but unless you've made it to the James Earl Jones Theatre, you likely haven't seen its surprise final set! We have the exclusive details!
Gutenberg! The Muscial is entering its final week of performances on Broadway, and by this point you probably know all about the production's nightly special guests... but unless you've made it to the James Earl Jones Theatre, you likely haven't seen its surprise final set! We have the exclusive details!
VIDEO: Get a First Look at DREAMGIRLS at McCarter Theatre Center
Get a first look at footage of Dreamgirls at McCarter Theatre Center. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Get a first look at footage of Dreamgirls at McCarter Theatre Center. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Playhouse Square to Present Comedy, Concerts and More This Holiday Season
Playhouse Square presents a diverse lineup of comedy, concerts, and more in December. Explore the individual performances and holiday events at Playhouse Square. Visit playhousesquare.org for the updated schedule.
Playhouse Square presents a diverse lineup of comedy, concerts, and more in December. Explore the individual performances and holiday events at Playhouse Square. Visit playhousesquare.org for the updated schedule.
Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall
The New York Arab American Comedy Festival is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US.
The New York Arab American Comedy Festival is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US.
Gabe Mollica's SOLO Extends Through November 18
Gabe Mollica's Solo has extended through November 18 at the Connolly Theater Upstairs. The show was originally set to close on October 28, before moving to The Den Theatre in Chicago this December.
Gabe Mollica's Solo has extended through November 18 at the Connolly Theater Upstairs. The show was originally set to close on October 28, before moving to The Den Theatre in Chicago this December.
Arab American Comedy Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary with National Tour
The New York Arab American Comedy Festival (NYAACF) is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US. For two decades, the festival has upheld its commitment to combating negative media portrayals of Arab Americans and Muslims, while showcasing the incredible talent within the community and fostering connections with industry professionals.
The New York Arab American Comedy Festival (NYAACF) is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US. For two decades, the festival has upheld its commitment to combating negative media portrayals of Arab Americans and Muslims, while showcasing the incredible talent within the community and fostering connections with industry professionals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Hasan Minhaj written?
Hasan Minhaj has written 1 shows including Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King (Writer).
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