Tarek El Ebiary steps into a completely new space with his first interactive stand-up comedy special, Zarf Tarek Gedan — and takes us along for the journey. We talked about how the idea started, what pushed him to try stand-up comedy for the first time, and how his background in theatre shaped his sense of timing, presence, and storytelling. Tarek reflects on what he learned from working alongside mega stars like Samir Ghanem and Mohamed Henedy, and how those early experiences influenced his comedic voice.

From starting from scratch to finding his rhythm on stage, and from theatre curtains to the silver screen, this conversation dives into growth, risk, and what it really means to connect with an audience — especially when the show is interactive, and the crowd becomes part of the act. If you’ve attended Zarf Tarek Gedan, you’ll understand the show differently after this. And if you haven’t yet, this might be your sign to go there. So tell us: Do you prefer classic stand-up or interactive comedy that breaks the fourth wall? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

Interview by El-Shai | www.el-shai.com