At one time another most of these comedic characters have landed laughs as members of the Sultans of Satire, and Maz Jobrani headlined the world-famous "Axis of Evil Comedy Tour" with his buddies Ahmed Ahmed and Aron Kader (all three have been cultural ambassadors for the Levantine Center). Now Angela Tsarouchas, the great Greek comedian who moved to L.A. from Canada, headlines with Maz and Frank Spadone, while the show is hosted by the devilishly irreverent Ara Basil, with guest appearances by Noel Elgrably and Kira Soltanqvich.

Seriously, for some heavy belly laughs and levitas, you've got to make it out to the Comedy Store and catch this one-time only L.A. edition of the World Cup of Comedy.

Tickets are only $15 when you get 'em in advance at itsmyseat.com.

World Cup of Comedy Stars Mideast Comedians