Michael Niavarani (born April 29, 1968 in Vienna, Austria) is an Austrian-Persian stand-up comedian in the tradition of Austrian cabaret, an author, and a TV and movie actor.[1][2] Niavarani, whose comedic work often draws on his inter-cultural upbringing, is a central figure of the Austrian cabaret scene. Since 1992, he has been director of the Kabarett Simpl, a famous Viennese cabaret that opened its doors in 1912.[3] In 2010, Niavarani won the Austrian Kabarett Award.[4] He is also a three times winner of the Romy award. [5][6]

Michael Niavarani
Michael Niavarani (2018)
Born	(1968-04-29) April 29, 1968 (age 54) Vienna, Austria
Nationality	Austrian
Website	www.niavarani.at

Books

• Julia Sobieszek, Michael Niavarani (2007), Zum Lachen in den Keller, Vienna: Amalthea Signum, ISBN 3-85002-610-8
• Michael Niavarani (2009), Vater Morgana: Eine persische Familiengeschichte, Vienna: Amalthea Signum, ISBN 3-85002-689-2

References

External links

• Official website
• Michael Niavarani at IMDb