I am an award-winning stand-up comedian, solo performer, and playwright who thrives at the intersection of art, activism, and comedy. I cultivate the intersection of art, activism, and comedy — using stand-up as a tool to spark dialogue and social change. For over two decades, I’ve curated, produced, and performed work across global, corporate, and theatrical stages, using humor to address cultural and socio-political realities. With a fearless voice and a deep respect for the art and business of stand-up, I bring levity to historical, racial, and gender injustices, committed to the belief: If we can laugh about it, we can talk about it. If we can't talk about it, we can make systemic changes strategically.

Michele 'Meshelle' D. Foreman

I am an award-winning stand-up comedian, solo performer, and playwright who thrives at the intersection of art, activism, and comedy. I cultivate the intersection of art, activism, and comedy — using stand-up as a tool to spark dialogue and social change. For over two decades, I’ve curated, produced, and performed work across global, corporate, and theatrical stages, using humor to address cultural and socio-political realities. With a fearless voice and a deep respect for the art and business of stand-up, I bring levity to historical, racial, and gender injustices, committed to the belief: If we can laugh about it, we can talk about it. If we can't talk about it, we can make systemic changes strategically.

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I am an award-winning stand-up comedian, solo performer, and playwright who thrives at the intersection of art, activism, and comedy. I cultivate the intersection of art, activism, and comedy — using stand-up as a tool to spark dialogue and social change. For over two decades, I’ve curated, produced, and performed work across global, corporate, and theatrical stages, using humor to address cultural and socio-political realities. With a fearless voice and a deep respect for the art and business of stand-up, I bring levity to historical, racial, and gender injustices, committed to the belief: If we can laugh about it, we can talk about it. If we can’t talk about it, we can make systemic changes strategically.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Co-Creator | Featured Comedienne at Mothers Know Best, Fathers Know Less
January 1, 2024 - Present
Comedy and talk back format designed to increase parent engagement in public education; piloted January 2024 in NYC public schools. Builds bridges between parents, educators, and school communities.
Creator | Performer at Can I Be Great? Life After 20 Years Inside (New Title: Dying to Laugh)
August 13, 2022 - Present
Premiered to a sold-out audience at Joe’s Pub @ The Public Theater on 2022-08-13. A comedic love letter using stand-up, music, and storytelling to confront racial and gender-based health disparities for Black women.

Education

B.A. at Bowie State University
January 1, 1990 - May 5, 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Bowie State University
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Qualifications

Baker Artist Award
January 11, 2030 - August 9, 2025
Open Society Foundation Alumni Fellow
January 11, 2030 - August 9, 2025
Baker Artist Award (Winner)
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Open Society Foundation Alumni Fellow
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization