Comedian Helen Hong Brings Laughs to The Strand

The fan favorite from NPR's "Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me" and host of "Go Fact Yourself" podcast will perform in Atlanta.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Acclaimed comedian Helen Hong, known for her roles on shows like "Never Have I Ever" and "The Thundermans", as well as her popular podcast appearances, will be performing a standup comedy set at The Strand in Atlanta.

Why it matters

Hong's comedy has earned her a devoted fanbase, and her willingness to tackle personal topics like her breast cancer experience and Asian-American identity make her a unique voice in the comedy world. Her appearance at The Strand is an opportunity for Atlanta audiences to see one of the rising stars of the comedy scene.

The details

A long-time touring standup comedian, Helen Hong's comedy special "Well Hong" was co-produced by Comedy Dynamics and Tribeca Film Festival, and is streaming now on Amazon Prime & Apple TV+. Audiences love Helen's lightning quick crowd work which can be seen on her Instagram and TikTok @funnyhelenhong.

  • The show will take place on February 21, 2026.

The players

Helen Hong

A fan favorite on the hit NPR podcast "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me" and the host of the celebrity trivia game show podcast "Go Fact Yourself". Helen's acting credits include roles on "Never Have I Ever", "Silicon Valley", the Jennifer Garner Christmas movie "Family Switch", and five seasons of "The Thundermans" on Nickelodeon.

The Strand

A venue in Atlanta, Georgia that hosts a variety of entertainment events including comedy shows.

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What’s next

Tickets for Helen Hong's show at The Strand are on sale now and can be purchased through the venue's website.

The takeaway

Helen Hong's appearance at The Strand is an exciting opportunity for Atlanta comedy fans to see a rising star in the industry who is not afraid to tackle personal and cultural topics through her unique brand of humor.