Today we’d like to introduce you to Teddy C.
Hi Teddy, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
When I moved from New York City to Dallas in 2023, I had to leave behind every person I’ve ever known, minus my lovely wife Janine. As we settled into the new Texas chapter of our lives, I began to think about pursuing a hobby in my free time.
“Well, what about stand up comedy?”
I had performed stand up one time in New York back in 2021, after my old highschool pal Omar encouraged me to try it out. I had no idea what I was doing, but clumsily fumbled my way into a few laughs. Being on stage was exhilarating, but in the end, I was just grateful that I didn’t humiliate myself in front of friends and family. I didn’t keep up with stand up after that first show. But now in a new city, could this be the right time and place to seriously pursue being a comedian? Growing up, I was the quiet nerd in class that thought of funny jokes in his head, but was too shy to say them outloud. Was this even a realistic hobby for me? I decided to find out for myself.
Feeling like I was lacking in knowledge and structure, I decided to enroll in an 8 week beginner stand up class, taught by comedian CJ Starr. I’ll never forget walking into the first day of class, and seeing CJ’s shiny bald ass head. I did very well in the class, to the point where I had earned CJ’s respect. I built enough confidence to start doing actual shows before the class could even end. My proudest moment was when my wife Janine and 20 of our new Texan friends came out to my first ever show in Dallas, and I left the stage to a standing ovation from a sold out room. I’ve never done cocaine before, but if it felt anything like this… I get it now.
In 8 weeks, I had discovered my true purpose in life – “Slingin funny jokes, no matter the folks”
It’s been 2.5 years since that show, and stand up comedy has been one of the most rewarding journeys in my life. I’ve traveled the world to perform all over the US, Europe & Asia. I’ve performed in enough places to say that the Dallas comedy scene is one of the most talented in the country. Getting to work side by side with my fellow comics, only made me want to get better at this craft.
But what I’m most proud of? Bridging comedy with my faith. As a Muslim American, comedy clubs have never felt like places where we “belong”. Muslim culture has a unfair stigma of being “not cool”. It’s up to me to prove just how wrong that stereotype is.
I founded Triple C Comedy, which brings clean comedy to where young Muslims like to hang out – aesthetic late night coffee shops. They weren’t coming to the comedy club, so we decided to bring the comedy to them. All of the comedians on the shows are carefully curated funny people, who don’t rely on sexual humor or bad language as crutches. Our audiences love this concept, and in 2026, we are bringing these shows to Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and New York City.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
A smooth road in stand up comedy only exists if you’re lying to yourself. My biggest struggle has been finding a “home club” where I can get consistent weekend spots in front of good crowds. For a young comic like me, I know I have to earn that from doing well at open mics and shows. Paying your dues is a real thing in the comedy world, no matter how funny I feel like I am. I do think the work is paying off, as I’m getting more and more opportunities. It can definitely feel frustrating when I write a bunch of new material, but don’t have the stage time. Thankfully, I have my own produced shows to lean back on for slower months,
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
My stand up comedy style is fast paced punchlines with free flowing crowd work. I never want to be a comedian that sounds scripted, so I always try to get the audience involved. I’m a high energy host for any comedy show that specializes in getting the crowd from ice cold to hyped up.
What sets me apart from others, is how I hold myself accountable. If I “bomb” or suck on stage, I learn why it happened and how to prevent it for next time. If I do good, I pat myself on the back for a minute, and then put those feelings away. It’s more important for me to be hungry and grinding hard, than to be delusional and complacent.
Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
Shy, timid, introverted, and always dreaming about being confident like the cool kids. I wasn’t good at sports or girls.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @followteddyalready
