About Us
DC Science Comedy is a comedy production company founded and hosted by journalist and stand-up comedian Kasha Patel, who also travels around the country for solo science comedy performances.
Science Comedy Nights are primarily produced in Washington D.C. with out-of-town acts, but the show has premiered in Boston, San Francisco, and other major cities with local talent.
Our founder: Kasha Patel
Kasha Patel is a stand-up comedian and journalist. She holds a chemistry and science journalism degree.
She was named one of the “Best Undiscovered Comedians” in the U.S. by Thrillist magazine because of her unique voice that couples life as an Indian-American and her love for science.
She gave a TEDx talk called “Sneaking Science into Stand-Up,” where she shares a series of surprising revelations pulled from her analysis of more than 500 of her stand-up jokes. She has been featured on NPR, BBC World, Travel Channel, The Science Channel, The Weather Channel, and hosted a miniseries on NASA TV.
What can I expect at a science comedy show?
Each DC Science Comedy show is different. Depending on the show, it can include stand-up comedians, humorous storytelling, presentations, songs, and more. Some specialty shows are interactive trivia shows and comedic roasts.
The goal of our shows is to entertain. We count it as a bonus if you may walk away learning a new science fact or two.
How can I bring science comedy to my city?
We love bringing science comedy to new places! Depending on your requests, our founder Kasha Patel can deliver a 45-minute to 1-hour science comedy stand-up routine. As an experienced science communicator, she can also present interactive workshops on how to make serious topics (not just science) more approachable with humor.
Send booking inquiries to Contact@DCScienceComedy.com.
How can I perform on a show?
We love showcasing new talent! If you are an seasoned performer or novice, send us an email with your experience level, any clips, and what you want to perform -- or you can fill out all that information on this form.