Erik Angel Clean Comedian from New York City, NY

Erik Angel is an American-Israeli-Jewish comedian based in New York, known for his sharp observations, high-energy storytelling, and exceptional ability to connect with audiences. Whether performing in a comedy club, a community setting, or a special cultural event, Erik creates an atmosphere where people feel included, understood, and ready to laugh together. One of Erik’s greatest strengths is his crowd work and his ability to build an immediate connection with any audience. He reads the room, finds unexpected moments, and turns real interactions into unforgettable comedy. For special events, organizations, and communities, Erik can develop customized material that reflects the audience, the location, and the unique themes of the occasion—creating a truly personal and memorable experience. In his solo show “Speaking Falafel,” Erik delivers a surprising, clever, and deeply personal performance about identity, immigration, relationships, and belonging. He shares the story of how a spontaneous weekend trip to Krakow led him to meet his future wife at a JCC Shabbat dinner, changing the course of his life. Through humor, he explores what it means to navigate cultures, languages, and communities while living and performing in a second language. Erik performs sharp, intelligent, and relatable stand-up in English around the world. He has performed in more than 100 cities across the United States and toured internationally across Canada, Europe, Israel, and Asia. He has performed at leading comedy venues including the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, The Stand in New York City, and the Improv in Florida. He has opened for major comedians including Maz Jobrani and Zarna Garg, and has been featured multiple times at the New York Comedy Festival and other prominent festivals. Erik is also the founder of Comedy for Peace, an international touring project that brings together comedians from different backgrounds for a powerful, non-political evening of humor and connection. The project has presented nearly 250 shows in almost 100 cities across the United States and Canada, using laughter as a tool to break stereotypes, create dialogue, and bring people closer together. His work has been featured on NBC and The Forward, and his stand-up clips have reached more than 3 million views on TikTok. Erik Angel delivers more than a comedy show—he creates a shared experience where diverse audiences can laugh together, connect, and leave with a deeper understanding of one another. Recommendations and references are available upon request.