Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/08/2026I dont have flash quotes or reviews as its a WiP but i have audience dm's to coax you into my play #kismet @summerhall #edfest #shappikhorsandi 091
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 08/08/2026I have @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social in cushion form in my play. Come and see it. Summerhalls Edinburgh till 16th 1101
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Come and see my play, Kismet, Summerhalls, 7.20pm till 16th. It's where I put a lot of my agony towards The Left during Iran protests in jan. #shappikhorsandi #edfringe #edfest #theatre 290
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiShappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Hello! My play Kismet is on at Summerhall #edfringe till 16th. It's about how I felt during Iran protests. But its also funny. Please spread the word. Its a Work In Progress. #edfringetheatre #newwriting #theatre #edfest 293
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Hello! My play Kismet is on at Summerhall #edfringe till 16th. It's about how I felt during Iran protests. But its also funny. Please spread the word. Its a Work In Progress. #edfringetheatre #newwriting #theatre #edfest 293
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026In the world of culture, @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social explores the new "nouvelle vague", @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social reviews how "Stranger Things" managed to unite the generations, @jessicafurseth.bsky.social shares the undiluted joy of the Wes Anderson archives... 151
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Please listen to this episode of @theresthistory is you have any interest at all in what is happening in Iran and why its happening. Especially if you are a leftie not supporting protesters in Iran (ffs) open.spotify.com/episode/7LrL...open.spotify.com636. Revolution in Iran: Fall of the Shah (Part 1) 091
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 14/02/2026I have enjoyed this magazine for years and delighted to be a columnist now and on the board. For science-y and otherwise curious folk. 1313
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 31/12/2025✨ New online: OK, I love to gossip, admits @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social. But is that so bad?newhumanist.org.ukIn defence of gossipShappi Khorsandi on the joys of "spilling the tea" 032
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 02/12/2025Organising benefits is very hard. I find myself not asking comedians because they have small kids/live too far/I can't remember their names. Absolute minefield. 1140
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Kids asked me what i'd teach if i was a teacher. I said 'English' Vivie said, kindly 'You couldn't. It's changed now. Teacher's have to know what the difference between a noun and a verb is' I see. 6342
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/11/2025I could write an entire dissertation about how brilliant @kathyburke.bsky.social 's autobiography is. I have so many things to say and ask about class, grief, race, confidence, artistic integrity and the power of 'nah, not for me' ...but I have to get the dinner on. Just read it. What a woman 🥹🥰 1364
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 22/11/2025Listening to my father earnestly and patiently explaining to my mum how she might consider posting reels she enjoys to her instagram rather than the family whatsapp. Very cute octogenarian chatter. 2180
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 20/11/2025Emma Park explores the art and architecture of our new Glass Age, @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social joins a glam-rock goodbye to Marc Bolan and @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social proclaims the joys of a good gossip... 111
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 14/11/2025I hope Tommy Robinson converts to Islam. It would be quite the plot twist. 2323
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/11/2025Rowan Atkinson's son is a Gurkha. (I'm still reading Ben Elton's autobiography. It's great but long so I need these Wikipedia breaks) 090
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/11/2025Ben elton's autobiography is brilliant. I forget (dissociate) about how racist and sexist comedy still was when i started. I am hard on myself about my career...I did pretty well considering. And Shazia, who was really up against it as she didn't even binge drink to fit in like I did. 0320
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiRobin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Jenny Evans is at Berkhamsted book festival and I will be in conversation with her and @jnraeside.bsky.social - Nigel Planer, @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social @lucia-oc.bsky.social Rebecca Ajulu Bushell, David Hepworth , James Haynes, Nigel Barden, Jakko Jakszyk and me bookfestival.berkofest.combookfestival.berkofest.comBerkoFest Book FestivalBerkoFest Book Festival. This event is borne out of the annual BerkoFest Music Festival, and like that, this book festival will be a quirky, fun, family-friendly event, and will have a mixture of inte... 1246
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiRob Deering @deeringrob.bsky.social · 06/10/2025Classic Beat This action at Newington Green’s Mildmay Club last night. Thank you @andyfieldhello.bsky.social @nickhelm.bsky.social @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social @athenakugblenu.bsky.social - and a wonderful audience. Let’s do it all again sometime! 143
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 16/10/2025I keep forgetting about bluesky. Hello! 4611
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 29/09/2025If you ask me, and no one is, JK Rowling has an unhealthy relationship with Twitter. 1282
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 29/09/2025Oi! #leamingtonspa too good for me are ya??? (Sorry. I love you and need you tomorrow ) #royalspacentre #leamingtoncomedy #leamingtonspacomedy 0216
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Caroline Aherne was born in Ealing. Busy day. 030
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 09/09/2025People often make assumptions about my Iranian dad, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social - but being from a country that’s constantly misrepresented has given me a lifelong radar for nuancenewhumanist.org.ukMy boho, muffin-making Iranian dadWhat you might be misunderstanding about Iranians 083
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 19/08/2025✨New online: People often make assumptions about my Iranian dad, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social - but being from a country that’s constantly misrepresented has given me a lifelong radar for nuancenewhumanist.org.ukMy boho, muffin-making Iranian dadWhat you might be misunderstanding about Iranians 0102
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 15/07/2025 I was on masterchef years ago...wanted to search what was going on with the latest sacking but spelled his name too many times and gave up. 2120
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Oh and dont miss this in Edinburgh #edfringe www.edfringe.com/tickets/what...edfringe.comWheelchair Access, Wheelchair Accessible Toilets, Audio Enhancement System 042
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Music lover, life lovers...you cannot miss this living legend #simabina www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/202...barbican.org.ukSima Bina | BarbicanLegendary vocalist Sima Bina returns to the stage with her timeless interpretations of Persian folk and regional music. 010
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 25/06/2025Posh Del boy...'Peckham Springs' vibes. www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comFraudster jailed for selling fake 'Scottish-grown tea' - BBC NewsThomas Robinson tricked luxury stores into buying "Scottish-grown tea" that was actually grown abroad. 151
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 17/06/2025People keep texting me to ask how my family are. I appreciate it. They are as below. Love to everyone who is in nightmare of war. 2926
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 11/06/2025I did a keynote speech yesterday at Warwick university. It went so well. Real connection made. I have a tour show at Warwick Uni tomorrow which has not quite sold out. Did I mention the tour show to the audience yesterday? No. No I did not because I am an idiot. Thank you for your time. 2695
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 10/06/2025Today I set up my first EVER zoom call, from my own account. Wow. Never felt so grown up since the first time I drove my car on to a car ferry when I was 45. Maybe one day I will understand what an ISA is. 31002
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 07/06/2025In hospital 12 years ago today. And what a brilliant day we had. Happy birthday to my magical girl ❤️ 32072
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 01/06/2025I love the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival. He was a hero to me. His sister and daughter Bonnie came to my show and I was beside myself happy. It's fun isn't it? this comedy thing. 3767
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 29/05/2025I swear people seek me out to sit behind when they need to really dedicate time to snorting up mucus. 4441
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 28/05/2025I had been judgemental about skiing, but it turns out it's a lot like stand-up comedy, writes @shappikhorsandi.bsky.socialnewhumanist.org.ukSkiing is bonkers, but so am IShaparak Khorsandi finds joy and chaos on the slopes 021
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 24/05/2025Touring with redheads IS more fun @soozuk.bsky.social is smashing at @monmouthsavoy.bsky.social and my competitive spirit means I will also attempt to sing opera during my set. 0882
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 22/05/2025I have spent a merry half an hour on a train chatting to my son whilst watching him trying to break into our house on the ring doorbell. 1623
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 20/05/2025I AM MAKING A TASKMASTER CAKE...for my TM obsessed daughter... anyone know a west London baker/bakery who does edible image printing? I don't have the piping skills to do Veteran Typewriter font 😅 4132
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 17/05/2025He never ever knows when I am kidding 🤣 Very happy for Crystal Palace. Long may they reign. 4897
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Soho Walthamstow opening gala was unreal amazing. Huge congratulations to the brilliant and beautiful @sohotheatre team who kept the faith FOR YEARS and made this dream come true 🥰 190
Reposted by Shappi KhorsandiNew Humanist @newhumanist.bsky.social · 01/05/2025✨ New online: Why @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social is proud to be friends with her ex-husband's new wifenewhumanist.org.ukWhy I befriended my ex’s wifeLet's reject female rivalry! 052
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Had such a lovely chat with @robinince.bsky.social at Tunbridge Wells Literary festival. Well worth the climb us the hill. 2291
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 25/04/2025London! Come and see me at the Soho Theatre sohotheatre.com/events/shapa...sohotheatre.comShaparak Khorsandi: Scatterbrain - Soho TheatreHaving reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year's funny and moving memoir, one of Britain's most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (w... 0101
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 25/04/2025If you are free tomorrow and like history, this will be a wonderful way to spend the day (I hosting the event at 5pm) histfest.org/histfest-2025/histfest.orgHISTFEST 2025 020
Shappi Khorsandi @shappikhorsandi.bsky.social · 25/04/2025I forgot about bluesky! Here's a picture of my mum in the 70s to make up for it. I LOVE HER CLOTHES! 3440
