Omar Layza
Stand-up comedian from Lebanon ๐ฑ๐ง
About Omar Layza
Omar Layza is a Lebanese stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and filmmaker based in Beirut. A graduate of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture at the Lebanese University, he built a career as a writer and director before moving into stand-up comedy, becoming a regular performer on Beirut's comedy circuit alongside comedians such as Nour Hajjar and Imad Kehdy. His screen credits include the films Anxious in Beirut (Qalaq Fe Beirut) and A Sad and Beautiful World (Nujum al'amal w al'alam), as well as work on the series Dam Bared, also known as Cold Blood.
Layza performed at stand-up showcases around Beirut, including dates organized by the awk.word comedy platform and Lebanon Spotlights, and discussed his approach to comedy, blending political satire with emotional storytelling, in an appearance on the online program A2 The Show. He announced and launched his first full-length, one-hour stand-up special in 2025, marking a transition from supporting circuit performer to headlining solo act. Layza's comedy draws on his background in screenwriting, and he has divided his creative work between film and television projects and live stand-up performance in Lebanon.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of comedy does Omar Layza do?
Omar Layza blends political satire with emotional storytelling, an approach he discussed on the online program A2 The Show, and his stand-up draws on his background in screenwriting.
What films has Omar Layza worked on?
His screen credits include the short films Anxious in Beirut and A Sad and Beautiful World, plus work on the series Dam Bared, also known as Cold Blood.
Where did Omar Layza study?
Layza is a graduate of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture at the Lebanese University, and he built a career as a writer and director before turning to stand-up.
When did Omar Layza launch his first stand-up special?
He announced and launched his first full-length, one-hour stand-up special in 2025, moving from supporting act on the Beirut circuit to headlining solo.
Where has Omar Layza performed stand-up?
He has played showcases around Beirut, including dates organized by the awk.word comedy platform and Lebanon Spotlights, on a circuit he shares with comedians such as Nour Hajjar and Imad Kehdy.
