About this Event
Named one of Time Magazine’s Most Influential People
Bassem Youssef was the host of popular TV show Al Bernameg – the first political satire show in the Middle East. Originally a 5-minute show on YouTube, Al Bernameg became the first online-to-TV conversion in the Middle East and the most-watched show across the region with 30 million viewers every week, and over a million subscribers to its YouTube channel. In recognition of his success, Youssef was named among the Time Magazine most influential list for 2013 – under the “Pioneers” category, was awarded the International Press Freedom Award by the CPJ, and was chosen by Foreign Policy magazine as one of the global thinkers during the same year. Youssef currently performs his one-man show, THE MIDDLE BEAST around the globe and the first title in Bassem’s children’s book series, The Magical Reality of Nadia published on February 2nd, 2021 by Scholastic and is currently being developed as an animated series. Bassem can be seen in MO (Netflix), RAMY (Hulu), LIONESS (Paramount+) and UPLOAD (Amazon).
In October, 2023 Bassem’s interview with Piers Morgan saw worldwide acclaim and was shared and reposted on the internet all over the world – it is now the most viewed interview in the history of Piers Morgan Uncensored.
Bassem Youssef will be coming to Alberta live and unplugged, for a conversation to empower those often overlooked. Bassem will sit down for an invigorating and lively discussion about politics, comedy, and the current state of the world. You don’t want to miss this.
Come see one of the most prolific storytellers of our time live, up close and personal, for an evening that is sure to be memorable. Bassem will be in the following cities:
- Edmonton, Alberta - Saturday, November 2nd
- Calgary, Alberta - Sunday, November 3rd - Purchase Ticket Here
Please ensure to double check the city and event date you are attending is correct before confirming your purchase.
Fundraising:
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Which Ticket Should You Purchase?:
Tickets are priced according to section. The sections are colour coordinated . Please refer to the seating chart below. Please purchase tickets according to section of preference.
Seat Allocation: All tickets are available on a first purchase, first serve basis (for each section).
An event application will sort, filter, and assign all seats to purchasers and their guests. Seats are not assigned by the Penny Appeal Events Team. Seat location will be revealed to guests on the day of and guests will be ushered to their seats.
Seat exchanges are not permissible for this event.
Refunds/Transfers:
Tickets can be transferred to an event in another city or exchanged between ticket tiers. Note; there may be a change in cost which is payable by the purchaser at time of transfer via Eventbrite.
Refunds can be requested through Eventbrite before Friday, October 25th, 2024
Ticket/Check-In:
This event is for youth 16 + years of age. Adult or explicit language may be used.
Seating is reserved for ticket holders only. Doors open at 5:30PM. Please ensure you have your e-ticket or printed ticket with QR or scan code, for the check-in process.
Meet and Greet Add-On Ticket:
Available with a purchase of a seat, as an add-on feature, say "peace" and have an express photo taken with Bassem!
Additional Details:
Snack and beverages will be available for purchase
Seats highlighted in grey are sold out.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
BMO Centre, 20 Round Up Way SE, Calgary, Canada
CAD 43.93 to CAD 161.08
