Rusk
Nik Narain
Nik Narain's "Rusk" is a one-hour sharp-witted, clean, and science-infused stand-up comedy show that discusses LGBTQ+ South Asian youth experiences through a culmination of personal stories, science facts, and dad jokes.
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Comedy, Spoken Word, True Life
Artist(s) of Color, Family-friendly, LGBTQIA+, Neurodiversity-led, Science & Technology, Stand-up, Storytelling
Artist Bio(s)
Nik Narain is a writer, comedian, science communicator, musician, drag artist, and visual artist based in Durham, NC. Nik has performed his sharp-witted, introspective, and heartfelt stand-up comedy around the world, debuting his first one-hour stand-up special "Rusk" at the Edinburgh, NYC, and Raleigh Fringe Festivals. Nik has hosted for Atsuko Okatsuka and Sureni Weerasekera, and is a regular performer in the NC Triangle Comedy Scene. Nik holds a background in multidisciplinary neuroscience research, K-12 STEM education, and LGBTQ+ and Mental Health advocacy, which inspire his love for working at the intersection of art, science, and community engagement.
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12 and above (12+)
Sensitive Content: Audience Participation
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