Middle Eastern laughs Sept. 22

HOLLYWOOD - The Middle Eastern Comedy Festival will present a benefit comedy show Sept. 22 at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood.The Middle Eastern Comedy Festival features writers, actors, directors and comedians of Middle Eastern heritage. According to its mission statement, the group works to "dispel negative stereotypes of Middle Easterners in film, television and other media." For tickets and more information, visit www. mideastcomedyfest.com.

********** Published: August 21, 2009 - Volume 8 - Issue 18