Stand-up comedian Emil Wakim will perform at The Comedy Attic from Aug. 2-3. Wakim is a stand-up comedian and writer based in Brooklyn, New York. He began his comedy career in Bloomington, Indiana after moving from Chicago.
Wakim will be performing four shows over the two days, with one show at 7 p.m. and another at 9:15 p.m. on each day. Tickets are available for purchase for online at The Comedy Attic. Tickets are $16 for students and $20 for general admission.
Recently, Wakim achieved a major milestone in his career when he made his late-night television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2022. Prior to his Tonight Show appearance, Wakim was selected as a "New Face of Comedy" at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada in 2023. This recognition is considered one of the highest honors for up-and-coming comedic talent.
Wakim's brand of comedy has been described in an interview with Fallon as a blend of personal anecdotes and insightful social commentary, delivered with clever, self-deprecating humor. His material touches on a range of relatable themes, from the challenges of dating in New York City to the nuances of personal identity.
In addition to his upcoming performance at The Comedy Attic, Wakim can also be seen in the latest season of Comedy Central's stand-up series "Stand-Up Featuring." This further bolsters his growing profile in the comedy world.
Wakim's growing recognition has also led to opportunities to open for several established comedy headliners, including Roy Wood Jr., Kyle Kinane, Nikki Glaser, Hasan Minhaj, and Neal Brennan.
