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Moni Zhang – stand-up comedy is not in my culture

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August 2, 2022
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Tell us about your show.

This show is an autobiographical story about trauma, love, and diarrhea. 

Why should we go and see it?

I grew up in a sweatshop in Wuhan. The story I’m telling is from my unique point of view. It’s authentic & funny. Plus, I promise you, by the end of the show you’ll be thinking “Thank god for the diarrhea”. “How’s THAT possible?” You’ll know if you come to the show

Are you flying solo or are you part of a team?

I’m doing this show alone. However, there are a bunch Berlin comedians at Edfringe this year. I will have emotional support!

What are your hopes and dreams for the Fringe?

I hope I can survive the tough month, staying sane till the end. I would really love to connect to fellow artists and see if some project ideas coming out from this experience.

What makes you laugh? 

I watched Luke Rollason’s “Bowerbird”. It’s also coming to Edfringe this year. This show got me really into physical comedy. I laughed like a monkey and felt like a monkey. It’s great to forget all the real-life issues and be a monkey for a bit.

What is it that made you a performer?

Coming from China, stand up comedy is not in my culture. Then I discovered the art-form when I was severely depressed. It was amazing that it can transform my pain into comedy. As a performer, the pain and frustration I got from real-life is my fuel for my comedy. I like to be authentic & speak my truth on stage to build a special bond with my audience.

How will your audience think/feel differently after an hour in your company?

I performed this show around 40 times in continental Europe. Audience often told me they are touched and they laughed as much as they had goosebumps. Sometimes I see audience members laughing with tears on their faces.

Whose show – apart from your own – are you looking forward to seeing at the Edinburgh Fringe? 

Vir Das. I love that his shows are interesting for indian as well as western audience. From his shows I always learn something about indian culture. The last special he released has such a creative format. I’m really looking forward to see him live for the first time.

What’s the most useful piece of advice you’ve been given?

When I was starting, once I saw German comedian Paco Erhard performing at a theatre with only four audience. He killed it. This really taught me to adjust the energy of the room, when it’s a small audience, get intimate & personal.

Do you have a favourite Fringe memory?

It’s my first fringe. Looking forward to create memories!

Who is your showbiz/Fringe idol and why.

Mike Birbiglia. There’re so much truth and vulnerability in his shows. 

https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/moni-zhang-child-from-wuhan-pay-what-you-can

Moni Zhang

Moni Zhang: Child from Wuhan

Venue: 272 Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters – The Wee Room

Time: 17:00 – 18:00

Price: Pay What You Can

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