Michael Niavarani (born April 29, 1968 in Vienna, Austria) is an Austrian-Persian stand-up comedian in the tradition of Austrian cabaret, an author, and a TV and movie actor.[1][2] Niavarani, whose comedic work often draws on his inter-cultural upbringing, is a central figure of the Austrian cabaret scene. Since 1992, he has been director of the Kabarett Simpl, a famous Viennese cabaret that opened its doors in 1912.[3] In 2010, Niavarani won the Austrian Kabarett Award.[4] He is also a three times winner of the Romy award. [5][6]
Michael Niavarani | |
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Michael Niavarani (2018) | |
Born | Vienna, Austria | April 29, 1968
Nationality | Austrian |
Website | www.niavarani.at |
Books
edit- Julia Sobieszek, Michael Niavarani (2007), Zum Lachen in den Keller, Vienna: Amalthea Signum, ISBN 3-85002-610-8
- Michael Niavarani (2009), Vater Morgana: Eine persische Familiengeschichte, Vienna: Amalthea Signum, ISBN 3-85002-689-2
References
edit- ^ Michael Niavarani wird Festspiele-Intendant « DiePresse.com
- ^ Kabarettist Michael Niavarani im Interview: "'Identität' ist keine relevante Kategorie" - Hiergeblieben - derStandard.at › Panorama
- ^ Simpl - Austria-Forum : AEIOU
- ^ Kabarettpreis geht an Gernot und Niavarani - oesterreich.ORF.at
- ^ Michael Niavarani – Awards
- ^ Austrian TV and film stars recognised at Romy Awards - PICTURE - Panorama News - Austrian Times Online News - English Newspaper