Aliya Kanani: A Comedian's Guide To Enlightenment
Award-winning comedian Aliya Kanani is going through the same existential crisis you are - out loud.
Join her for an uproarious, heart-on-sleeve rollercoaster as she shares tales from studying meditation in India to accidentally joining a cult in Texas. Winner: Best of Fest + Patrons Pick
This was excellent… it was a comedy show, coupled with words of wisdom from a life well lived. I have never been to a comedy show before that moved me to the edges of the experience… I laughed a lot and cried a little as well… eye opening and definitely thought provoking! All in all, a phenomenal show.
Aliya Kanani’s Conversations was funny, spontaneous, and so engaging! She asked audience members questions and made us feel like we were part of the show. Her warm personality and quick humour made the whole experience feel natural and personal. I honestly didn’t want it to end—definitely one of my Fringe favourites!
I have watched Aliya every year since she started coming to Edmonton and it was love at first sight. Seeing this show grow over the years has been a joy and it really is a well-honed journey to self-awareness. Laugh, cry, see yourself and the world around you in a whole new way. Go see it! You won’t regret it.
Laughter is the best medicine!
Aliya Kanani is funny, personable, and there is no such thing as TMI! The minute she hits the stage, the vibes are high and the energy is strong. She is a wonderful storyteller and has a great connection with the audience. She makes every joke feel as if you’re a part of it, rather than part of a crowded theatre. Kanani is hilariously genuine.
An unconventional approach to comedy, Kanani ensures that her platform does not go unused; she has a message to share, and it is a beautiful one. Beyond her comedy, she takes a deep and introspective approach to the rest of her show, guiding audience members through her journey learning about unity, humanity, and connection.
Kanani’s show is both uproarious and reflective. She will leave you with the important reminder that if we cannot laugh, we cannot heal.
Polished, personable and powerful!! Lots to love !!
Aliya is wonderful! some of the bits are a bit long winded to get to the punch line but even she calls them out. very real. self enlightenment 101.
[A wee cheat, as I saw this show a week before #FringeTO started, at Ottawa Fringe on June 23rd.] Since #FringeTO 2022, Kanani toured her previous show hard, then dealt with burnout by spending a month in an ashram. Her new show starts well with that story; sags a bit, midway; but finishes strong, using a flip chart and audience engagement to wrap up.