Halil Caliskan: Homesick | September 30 | Sarajevo | Dubliner Irish Pub
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Language: English | Duration: 90 minutes | Format: Stand-up Comedy + SPECIAL SUPPORTING MUSIC ACT
After a successful debut run at Edinburgh and Barcelona Fringe, and over 100 mostly sold-out shows all around the world, Halil is bringing Homesick to your city.
“Hilarious, razor-sharp, and not to be missed!” — Derek Mitchell, Double Dutch
“Halil is hilarious and stupid and good and trying. I love this guy.” — Lara Ricote
“I find Halil very funny… If you don’t, then we have different tastes.” — Dr. Brown
About the show
Halil’s debut hour, Homesick, is a raw and unapologetic exploration of life abroad, blending sharp observations, witty stories and dark political satire. As a rising Turkish talent in the English comedy scene, Halil tackles identity crises, Amsterdam’s infamous coffeeshop culture, encounters with Dutch gurus during psychedelic retreats and everything in between. His deadpan humour and fearless delivery take the audience on a thought-provoking journey through the highs and lows of his experience, offering a bold, captivating yet funny take on what it means to be far from home.
About Halil: or is this guy worth my money & time? part
Born in the late 80s to an immigrant Albanian father and Bulgarian-Turkish mother in Turkiye, Halil made his way to Europe following his ancestors’ footsteps, but this time with relevant papers and permits. He quit his decade-long career after a burnout, took over a pizzeria in Amsterdam, fell into a dark depression during lockdowns, which he overcame by turning his tragedy into comedy — and became a full-time comedian since 2022. Living in Europe for a decade has shaped his humour, making it a metaphorical bridge between East and West, like his hometown Istanbul.
Following the stand-up performance, the evening will continue with a live musical set by Ravicho Bancho, a musical project and bass groove artist active across the Balkan regional music scene. Known for energetic live performances and collaborations with various artists, Ravicho Bancho combines live looping, one-man-band techniques, unique mashups and melodic improvisation to create an immersive, spontaneous sound.
From sharp comedy to infectious grooves, Homesick promises an evening that moves from laughter into music, bringing together two distinctive live acts for a night of stories, satire and sound.
The show is for ages 18+. No video recording during the performance; photos are allowed.