Shappi Khorsandi

Shappi Khorsandi was born in 1973 in Tehran and moved to London with her family in 1976 who were exiled after the revolution of 1979. She studied drama at university and has now been a stand-up for over ten years. She has performed all over the world including her annual sell-out run at the Edinburgh festival. She lives in West London with her husband and son.

A Beginner's Guide to Acting English Shappi Khorsandi Featured on The Book Show on Sky Arts on 22 October 2009. Shappi Khorsandi gives a warm, humorous and slightly scary view of her childhood growing up in England as exiles from Iran in the 1970’s and 80’s. Well written and... Format: Paperback - Released: 02/07/2009 Lovereading Price: £8.99 - Saving £3.00 (25%)