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Inside Jokes

Thursday, Apr 28 2011 [Westword]

Kumail Nanjiani might not be a name you immediately recognize, but chances are youll recognize his face. The comedian has appeared on a number of shows, from Saturday Night Live to Late Show With David Letterman, with acting stints on Portlandia, Michael and Michael Have Issues and The Colbert Report. And this weekend, hes taking over the Comedy Works with his blend of geeky love and laughs. 

A lot of comedians will define themselves by what they dont like, says Nanjiani. But I always try to define myself by what I like. Its that precedence that helps separate him from the thralls of grumpy comedians out there. When he talks about any variety of topics, whether its The X-Files, Call of Duty, or comic books, he does it with a passion thats hard to deny. I grew up in Pakistan, continues Nanjiani, but I had a Sega Genesis and I watched a movie every day. Most kids would get darker over the summer, but Id get lighter because I stayed indoors and played.

LORIPALOOZA • A SHOW TO BENEFIT THE CALLAHAN FAMILY • SUNDAY MARCH 13
Dozens of Denver comics are coming together to support one of their own at Loripalooza! Lori Callahan, one of our beloved local talents, needs our help (You can read more about it here) and we have a kickass show so you can come and show your support! Purchase a ticket for $10 and also get your name entered to win tons of awesome prizes that have been donated! You can call 303.595.3637 to purchase over the phone or you can visit our website to purchase online. We appreciate all of you, spread the word!  

Greg Warren • One Star Routine

If you’re looking for Greg Warren while he’s in town for a five-night stand at the Comedy Works downtown, there’s an excellent chance you’ll find him at the Cheesecake Factory on the 16th Street Mall. “I talk a lot about restaurants because I eat two or three meals a day in restaurants,” Warren says. “One I really like is the Cheesecake Factory, which I will probably go to in Denver three or four times — because everything’s always the same at every Cheesecake Factory. I mean, no matter what, they’re always going to offer you cheesecake. You could have a giant button that says ‘I Have Diabetes,’ they’re still going to offer you the cheesecake. (Full Article)
Greg will be performing at Comedy Works Downtown December 15-19