Rufat Agayev’s debut comedy special, The Bad Rufat, captures the magic of his unique journey. Produced by Rufat and Joe Pera, the Brooklyn-based stand-up comedian, writer, and actor he unpacks all sorts of topics from gas station coffee, natural selection and what those knock-off phone chargers are actually doing to our phones.
Rufat's career began as a rapper, which led him to open for major artists including Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, and Mac Miller. After moving to New York City to pursue rap more seriously, Rufat realized he couldn’t see himself growing old as a rapper and pivoted to stand-up. He quickly became a fixture in the NYC comedy scene with an act known for sharp writing, big act-outs, and clever observations about everyday absurdities. While he’s passed at New York’s biggest clubs, he’s especially known for bringing comedy into streetwear storefronts and record shops, drawing audiences who might not otherwise step into a club. He’s a featured writer in the HarperCollins-published anthology Alien Nation, host of Joe Pera’s favorite NYC show, Scorpion Records Comedy Night, and has appeared on The Adam Friedland Show and Stavvy’s World.
Don’t miss the premiere of The Bad Rufat on November 20th at 7 PM CST on 800 Pound Gorilla’s YouTube channel! Rufat will be in the live chat, so come hang out and ask him questions!