Bio
The short version, and the intro.
Ish is a clean stand-up comedian based in Austin, Texas. Originally from Kashmir, he spent 10+ years in broadcast journalism before bringing sharp, story-driven comedy to stages across the Northwest, where he headlined, featured, and hosted shows. A semifinalist in the Nate Jackson Funniest MF competition, Ish delivers 100% clean sets for corporate events and clean-ish sets everywhere else.
Stage intro — copy and paste
For hosts and emcees.
Ish is a stand-up comedian based in Austin. He's headlined, featured, and hosted shows across the Northwest, and was a semifinalist in the Nate Jackson Funniest MF competition.
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What you get
One comedian, every room.
Corporate events
Holiday parties, company offsites, galas, conventions, and dinners. Boardroom-safe, zero HR incidents.
Clubs & festivals
Feature, host, and emcee slots. Clean-ish sets that play to a club crowd without losing the room.
Private parties & fundraisers
Private events and fundraisers where the crowd matters more than the format. Customized to the night.
Is it really clean? Yes. One word, no qualifiers — and the sample set at the top of this page is the proof. Corporate sets are customized to your company culture, industry language, and event theme, with content boundaries agreed in advance. References from past clients are available on request.
Credits
Booked regularly, on both coasts.
- Semifinalist — Nate Jackson Funniest MF competition
- Headlined, featured, and hosted shows across the Northwest
- Regular at Laughs Comedy Club, Club Comedy Seattle & Emerald City Comedy Club
- Now based in Austin, TX — clubs, theaters, and corporate rooms across Texas and the Northwest
- 40+ shows in clubs, theaters, and corporate rooms since 2024 — full track record at ishcomedian.com
Photos
Press photos, full size.
Download and use these on posters, programs, and listings. No permission needed, just credit Ish Qureshi where a credit line fits.
Fact sheet
Everything a planner needs in one table.
| Based in | Austin, TX — available for fly dates |
|---|---|
| Act | Clean stand-up comedy |
| Formats | Corporate headline / feature · Club feature / host / emcee · Festivals · Private parties · Fundraisers |
| References | Available on request — past clients, clubs, and event planners |
| Booking | ish.comedian@gmail.com |
| @ishcomedian | |
| Website | ishcomedian.com |
Downloads
For the committee and the poster.
Everything on this page in forwardable form. Send the one-sheet to a decision-maker, hand the photos to whoever makes the poster.
One-sheet PDF
One page: photo, act description, credits, video link, and booking contact. The thing to forward when someone asks "send me something on him."
Download one-sheet ↓Logistics
Simple to stage, easy to book.
Tech & logistics
- Handheld microphone preferred
- House sound system suited to the room
- Basic stage lighting
- Full rider available on request
- Clear written cancellation policy — ask for it with your quote
Fee
Fee on request — it depends on set length, travel, and customization. Send the date, city, and audience size through the form below and you will have a fast, firm quote. No agency middleman: you talk directly to the comedian performing your event.
What set lengths do you offer?
Headline, feature, and emcee/host slots, with length matched to your run of show. Tell me the shape of the night and we will fit it.
Do you travel?
Yes. Based in Austin, TX, and available for fly dates.
How far ahead should we book?
Corporate events typically book 3–6 months ahead, holiday parties 6–9 months. Early inquiries get first pick of dates.
Book Ish
Check availability.
Two minutes on this form and the conversation is started — Ish replies personally, within 24 hours.
Prefer email? ish.comedian@gmail.com