Ready to laugh, unwind and connect? Join Serine Ayari and a lineup of excellent comedians for an unforgettable evening.
TheMerode is excited to launch its English edition of the Comedy Club, bringing you an evening of laughs, connection, and entertainment. Hosted by the dynamic and multilingual comedian Serine Ayari, this edition will be in English. (Stay tuned for a Dutch edition later in 2025)
Serine Ayari, known for her bold, hilarious takes on life and culture, will introduce a handpicked lineup of comedians, whose names will be revealed later in February.
TheMerode Comedy Club promises to be more than just a show—it’s a chance to unwind, meet new people, and enjoy a night of laughter with a unique international flair. Don’t miss out—book your spot now, as seats are limited !
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Serine Ayari is a fast-rising star in the European stand-up comedy scene, known for her fearless, multilingual performances that blend sharp wit with personal and cultural insights. Born in Vilvoorde to Tunisian parents, she performs in French, Dutch, and English across Brussels, London, and Paris. Serine’s comedy tackles themes of identity, societal expectations, and self-confidence, and she’s gained recognition for her bold, relatable style. Beyond the stage, she has appeared in Lukas Dhont’s Close and served as a jury member on De Allerslimste Mens Ter Wereld.
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Habib Siam is a Lebanese-Canadian comedian known for his sharp wit and insightful humor, blending cultural commentary with personal storytelling. Fluent in multiple languages, he has performed on international stages from Toronto to Beirut, using comedy to navigate the absurdities of modern life and Middle Eastern identity. Beyond stand-up, Habib holds a Ph.D. from McGill University and explores human behavior, language, and institutional dynamics in his work. His performances offer a unique mix of intellectual depth and comedic flair, making him a compelling voice in today’s comedy landscape.
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Mari Volar is an Estonian comedian, MC, and event producer known for her sharp wit and dry observational humor. Since starting stand-up in 2019, she has performed across Europe, including at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Tallinn Fringe. She is the co-founder of Festrogen Festival, Luxembourg’s first women-centric comedy festival, and the creator of Clit Comedy Club, a platform for diverse comedic voices. Now based in Cologne, she produces and hosts English-language stand-up shows with Random Things Comedy. Mari’s comedy explores life as a perpetual outsider, blending humor with personal reflections on culture, identity, and mental health.
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Wary Nichen is a multilingual comedian, writer, and filmmaker whose sharp observational humor bridges cultures and continents. Fluent in English, French, Arabic, and Spanish, he has performed his stand-up show Nomad across four continents, exploring the quirks of identity, immigration, and cultural differences. A former telecommunications professional turned full-time comedian, Wary is a regular on French television and radio, where he delivers political satire and writes for comedy series in France and Algeria. His intelligent and quick-witted comedy has been featured in Le Monde and The New York Times, making him a unique and dynamic voice in international comedy.
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Freddi Gralle is a Berlin-based stand-up comedian and screenwriter known for her sharp wit and autobiographical humor. Growing up as the daughter of a pastor, she transitioned from church stages to comedy clubs, using her unique background to explore themes of faith, sexuality, and German culture with biting sarcasm and insightful storytelling. Performing in both English and German, Freddi has taken her comedy across Europe and the U.S., with appearances on Comedy Central Germany, Nightwash, and SKY One. She is also a writer for the late-night show Shapira! Shapira! on ZDF Neo. Her current solo show, Church Girl, Interrupted, hilariously chronicles her journey from evangelical upbringing to navigating Berlin’s dating scene in her mid-30s.
