Heavenly Baba explores Ismael Loutfi’s relationship with his deeply religious immigrant father — affectionately known as “Baba,” and chronicles Baba’s attempt to convert the entire state of Florida to ...

Ismael Loutfi discusses getting married right before the coronavirus lockdown, compares Donald Trump’s and Joe Biden’s personalities, and questions why Floridians aren’t considered Southern.

Ismael Loutfi steps on stage, immediately seizing control of the room with confidence and charisma before sharing stories of his father (aka Baba). Starting with his early years as the child of an ...

Comedian Ismael Loutfi's father tried to convert the state of Florida to Islam. He did not succeed. This hilarious solo show examines those efforts, and the impact they had on Ismael's family.

At one point in his comedy career, Ismael Loutfi came to the realisation that stand-up is not about telling a good story, but about ‘relatable hyperbole’. That seems a narrow interpretation for all ...