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As he himself says, "I have a face that doesn't allow for long silences"... With his long beard and imposing presence, Umut Köker stands out in the stand-up comedy scene. But don't let his "whipping boy" image fool you, because this thirty-something is no stranger to paradox. With his sharp wit and a gaze as gentle, sensitive, and tender as it is clear-eyed about the world, he delivers a show that is both hilarious and poignant.<br><br> A skillful blend of personal anecdotes about his Turkish and Kurdish heritage, his childhood in a suburban tower block leading up to his move to a high-rise in La Défense, his single status, and the pervasive racism, "Paradoxe," his debut show, champions the need to look beyond appearances. With disarming finesse and undeniable comedic talent, Umut Köker is the must-see discovery of the season.