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Criss Paiva

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About Criss Paiva

Criss Paiva, born Cristiane Paiva in Sorocaba, in inland Sao Paulo state, is a Brazilian stand-up comedian, actress, writer and podcaster. She began her comedy career in Sorocaba in 2008, at age 27, when she formed her own first stand-up group, and within a year received invitations to join established collectives such as Clube da Comedia, Comedia em Pe, Improviso and Comedia ao Vivo. Touring with these groups took her to cities including Belem, Campinas, Brasilia, Recife and Porto de Galinhas, raising her national profile through television and radio appearances. She later joined the lineup of Radio Globo and co-created and hosted a program for Radio Transamerica. With more than a decade in comedy, Criss Paiva is considered one of the leading names in Brazilian stand-up. She currently hosts the Venus Podcast, a videocast focused on women's perspectives.

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Frequently asked questions

How did Criss Paiva start her comedy career?

Criss Paiva started in Sorocaba in 2008, at age 27, by forming her own first stand-up group, and within a year she was invited into collectives such as Clube da Comedia and Comedia em Pe.

Where has Criss Paiva toured?

Touring with those groups took her to cities including Belem, Campinas, Brasilia, Recife and Porto de Galinhas, and TV and radio appearances raised her national profile.

What radio work has Criss Paiva done?

She joined the lineup of Radio Globo and co-created and hosted a program for Radio Transamerica.

What is Venus Podcast?

Venus Podcast is a videocast hosted by Criss Paiva that focuses on women's perspectives.

What is Criss Paiva's real name?

Criss Paiva was born Cristiane Paiva in Sorocaba, in inland Sao Paulo state, and works as a Brazilian stand-up comedian, actress, writer and podcaster.

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