Bassem Youssef

Bassem Youssef, a heart surgeon turned political satirist, was once host to an enormously popular TV show in Egypt, his home country. He was forced to flee in 2014 after his commentary ran afoul of the ruling party. Since then he’s been making the rounds of comedy and late-night shows here in the U.S. with his unusual story and biting perspectives on the Arab world and the Trump administration.

Due to circumstances beyond the Wisconsin Union Theater’s control, the performance by the “Egyptian Jon Stewart,” Bassem Youssef, will take place on November 8 at 8 pm in Shannon Hall and not as previously scheduled.  

Audience members who already purchased tickets may use them for the new date. Those not able to change the date can receive reimbursement by contacting Director of Audience Services Shawn Bolduc at 608.262.1771.

We regret any inconvenience this causes.