Emmy-Nominated Comedian, Storyteller & Filmmaker; Director of "Sleepwalk With Me"; Author of "Sleepwalk With Me and Other Painfully True Stories"
Mike Birbiglia Biography
Mike Birbiglia is a comedian, storyteller, actor, director, and New York Times bestselling author known for his distinctive voice in American comedy. An Emmy-nominated comedian and Sundance Award-winning filmmaker, Birbiglia has performed his solo shows internationally, including venues such as the Sydney Opera House, the West End of London, and Broadway. His comedy specials, each centered around a narrative, have contributed to the popularity of theatrical, story-driven stand-up that bridges the gap between stand-up comedy and one-man theater.
Birbiglia gained widespread recognition with "Sleepwalk with Me," a one-man show based on his experience with REM sleep behavior disorder. He made his directorial debut with the film adaptation of "Sleepwalk With Me," which received a Sundance Film Festival Award. His book, "Sleepwalk with Me and Other Painfully True Stories," became a New York Times bestseller and was a finalist for the Thurber Prize for American Humor. Birbiglia followed this with the film "Don't Think Twice," further establishing his presence in the independent film industry. His solo plays, including "Sleepwalk with Me," "My Girlfriend's Boyfriend," and "Thank God for Jokes," have received Lortel Award nominations for Best Solo Show, with "My Girlfriend's Boyfriend" winning the Award.
On stage, Birbiglia has been recognized by the theatrical community, earning Drama Desk Awards and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Solo Performance for "The New One." His first West End show, "The Old Man & The Pool," opened following its Broadway run. "The Old Man & The Pool" received an Emmy nomination for Best Writing. Birbiglia has also received the Kurt Vonnegut Award for humor.
As an actor, Birbiglia has appeared in films such as "Trainwreck," "The Fault in Our Stars," "Popstar," and "A Man Called Otto." He has held recurring roles on television series including "Billions" and "Orange Is the New Black." Birbiglia is a contributor to This American Life on public radio, hosts the podcast "Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out," and has guest-hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC.
Birbiglia's body of work includes multiple Netflix comedy specials, such as "The Good Life" and "The Old Man and the Pool," the latter earning an Emmy nomination for outstanding writing for a variety special. His work often explores personal experiences, including family and health, and is recognized for its narrative-driven approach to comedy and storytelling.
Mike Birbiglia Videos
Mike Birbiglia on Accidentally Ghosting Larry David
Mike Birbiglia talks about his new one man show “Please Stop the Ride” trying to explain to his daughter what an a x-ray is.
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