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Asif Ali to Bring Live Comedy Performance to Western Illinois University on May 6

April 20, 2026

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Macomb, IL - - Western Illinois University is set to host an evening of laughter as comedian and actor Asif Ali takes the stage at 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, in the University Union Grand Ballroom. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

This event is hosted by the University Union Board and the Bureau of Cultural Affairs, with support from the Illinois Arts Council.

Tickets are free for WIU students and $5 for non-students.

Ali started his career as a club-grown comic & improviser, into becoming a heavily credited TV/film actor. He can be seen on the Emmy-nominated series Disney+ Marvel WandaVision, The Mandalorian, Netflix's Bojack Horseman and more. Recently, Asif will be in the acclaimed feature Don't Worry Darling w/ Olivia Wilde & Chris Pine as well as Amblin's Easter Sunday.

When he isn't acting, Ali is touring with Jo Koy, honing his craft in preparation for his comedy special. Standup is his first love & his bits have been featured on Comedy Central, Netflix, and FOX. In addition, he is also a member of a popular sketch group called Goatface Comedy w/ Aristotle Athari, Fahim Anwar, & Hasan Minhaj.

Students, faculty, staff and community members are encouraged to attend this exciting event for a night of comedy and entertainment.

For more information and to reserve tickets, visit tinyurl.com/wiulaughs2026.

Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
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