Mishu Hilmy
MediumComedy
NationalityAmerican
GenresImpressionist, sketch comedy, observational comedy, satire, pop-culture[1][2]
Subject(s)American culture, everyday life, human behavior, pop culture, American politics[3]
Websitewww.mishuhilmy.com

Mishu Hilmy is an American comedian, writer, actor, impressionist, and playwright.[4] He most recently wrote, performed, and executive produced the Netflix-parody comedy special Trapped in the Netflix.[1][5] He has contributed to and appeared on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. In 2014, alongside Eric Simon, he co-wrote the Annoyance Theatre play Good Morning Gitmo.[6][7]

The Chicago Reader has described Hilmy's humor as "something I happily cannot unsee."[8] The Chicago theater and entertainment industry publication, Performink, stated: "Hilmy’s skill with impressions and interweaving of social commentary form a strong core to this solo sketch show with a definitive voice."[1] His comedy special included over 30 characters and impressions.

He was part of the Chicago ensemble based comedy theater Under the Gun.[3][9][10] While there he performed in a sketch revue alongside Empire's Antoine McKay.[8] Hilmy has also performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, iO Theater, Annoyance Theater and The Second City.[6] In 2016, Hilmy founded The Comedy Fellowship.[11]

Some of his impressions have included Jon Hamm, Martin Scorsese, Adam Driver, and Malcolm Gladwell.[12]

References

  1. ^ a b c Willett, Bec (December 17, 2017). "Trapped in the Netflix at iO". Performink. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  2. ^ LaMagna, Maria (January 21, 2018). "How trading bitcoin could actually ruin your mental health". MarketWatch. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  3. ^ a b Jakes, Dan (April 14, 2016). "Out to Get You". Chicago Reader. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  4. ^ Fierberg, Ruthie (September 11, 2017). "13 Theatre Works That Responded to 9/11". Playbill. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  5. ^ Fox, Matt (Director) (March 15, 2018). Trapped in the Netflix (Documentary Comedy Special). United States: Ohh Maybe.
  6. ^ a b "Annoyance Theatre – People". The Annoyance Theatre. Annoyance Theatre. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  7. ^ Hayford, Justin (September 18, 2014). "Good Morning Gitmo". Chicago Reader. Retrieved March 26, 2018.
  8. ^ a b Cutie, Jena (November 12, 2015). "A Series of Random". Chicago Reader. Retrieved March 26, 2018.
  9. ^ Wancket, Drew (February 2, 2015). "F%cked up Family Reunion @Under The Gun Theater". Archived from the original on March 11, 2015. Retrieved April 5, 2020.. Chicago Stage Standard. Retrieved on March 23, 2018
  10. ^ Hayford, Justin. "Not Suitable for Textbooks". Chicago Reader. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
  11. ^ "Fellowships". The Comedy Fellowship. Retrieved March 25, 2018.
  12. ^ "Mishu Hilmy Performs Six Impressions Live". YouTube.com. Retrieved March 26, 2018.

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