People of Comedy

Known for breaking boundaries and amplifying diverse voices, Kenny Robinson's The Nubian Show has built a lasting legacy of resilience, representation, and revolution in stand up comedy. This performance documentary celebrates the 30 year legacy of this legendary comedy showcase. Produced by Counterfeit Pictures and directed by Darrell Faria (THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES, WINNIPEG COMEDY FESTIVAL), and featuring appearances from Russell Peters, Hassan Phills, Crystal Ferrier and many others, the film follows The Nubian Show from its humble beginnings at Yuk Yuk's to its transformation into a bold, unfiltered platform that launched numerous careers and drew the attention of comedy icons like Dave Chappelle and Kevin Hart.