Catch Paul Farahvar Live – Because Therapy Is Expensive and He’s Way Funnier
Chicago-based comedian Paul Farahvar isn’t just another guy with a microphone—he’s a former trial lawyer turned stand-up comic who swapped legal briefs for punchlines, and thank God he did. Known for his razor-sharp, quick-witted, dry humor about aging disgracefully, perpetual bachelorhood, and life’s many ridiculous turns, Paul delivers laughs that are smart, biting, and painfully relatable (especially if you’ve ever used a dating app or argued with your dog).
After becoming a staple at Chicago’s Laugh Factory (his home club), Paul took his show on the road in 2016, opening for legends like Demetri Martin, Jen Kirkman, and Gary Gulman before leveling up to headliner. And get this—he did it all without a manager or agent. Just raw talent, hustle, and a dangerously charming smirk. He’s since sold out shows in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Scottsdale, Sarasota, Tampa, and even Rockford. (Yes, Rockford!)
Voted “Top 40 Up and Coming Comedians” in 2017 and runner-up for Best Stand-Up Comedian in Chicago (Chicago Reader, 2021), Paul is also the voice behind the hilarious podcast Singles Only! (featured at SXSW 2020, voted Best Podcast in 2021), and a regular guest host on WGN Radio. You might’ve seen him playing a sketchy lawyer on NBC’s Chicago Med—which is basically method acting at this point.
His comedy specials dropped like hot mixtapes—first on Dry Bar (April 2023), then with Helium Records (April 2023 again, because why not take over the month?).
Oh, and when he’s not roasting himself onstage, Paul’s using his platform to raise serious cash for causes that matter. In the past few years, he’s raised over $21,000 for the Parkinson’s Foundation (a personal cause), and thousands more for autism and suicide prevention. In 2024, he launched the Why Are You Awake? podcast to shine a light on creatives, night owls, and other glorious weirdos.
So yeah—he’s funny, he’s driven, and he might flirt with your mom mid-set. Don’t miss him live. Your therapist will be jealous.