January 10, 2026
“You didn’t just add humor to the evening – you elevated it. Your insight, your sharpness, your perfectly tailored jokes – it was just masterful.”
Greg Shapiro Keynote Demo
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Pep & Greg Political PubQuiz
January 6, 2026
"a mix of stand-up and a pub quiz... [Pep & Greg] created the volatile charm of two mischievous uncles, the kind who could start a dinner-table mutiny. Their rhythm was elegantly elastic … the performance glowed."
Shapiro Wins TV Quiz
December 30, 2025
In which I compete in a Dutch music quiz vs. Dutch speakers - and win! (even though the referee kept trying to get me drunk)
Greg Shapiro Event Host
December 18, 2025
In Corporate Speaking, there are two basic categories: Event Host and Keynote Speaker. Sometimes I’m hired to do both! (But here's me as Event Host.)
Shapiro PePijn Host Review
November 6, 2025
“The evening was MC’d by …the ever suave Greg Shapiro. …His relaxed, easy-going style got everyone in the mood.” “There was a lot of interaction ...it was always good natured and created a really good, friendly atmosphere and everybody had a good night out.”
Greg Shapiro Comedy Specials
October 28, 2025
Bad news: My comedy specials don’t exist on any streaming platform where you can watch them all the way through.
Good news: your attention span probably isn’t that long. Hello, YouTube!
Greg Shapiro Hosts Inclusivity25
October 20, 2025
“We need someone to host our Diversity event in Amsterdam. Who should we get?” A WHITE GUY?! Yes. “When we bring it up, people think we’re whining. When you bring it up, it’s harder to ignore.”
Funny Faux-King Protest Signs
October 17, 2025
In June of 2025, I went to the Amsterdam "No Tyrants" protest with a sign saying “Tiny Dictator.” But my favorite sign said "No Faux-King Way." Which is your favorite?
Greg Shapiro New York Times Quote
August 8, 2025
"It is not always an easy balancing act. 'The rule of thumb is to make fun of your own nationality first,' said Greg Shapiro, a Chicago-born comedian who has been living in the Netherlands since 1994, and who performs English-language improv and stand-up for a living."
Shapiro Hosts NAF Gala
March 9, 2025
I may be back to host another NAF gala for 2025. As the US / EU alliance is being torn apart, we need organizations like the Netherland America Foundation more than ever.
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