In 2025, Bobby Lee stirred controversy at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. CBS News highlighted critics who urged U.S. comedians to avoid supporting a “repressive regime.” Lee’s choice to perform there underscores his unpredictable nature, a hallmark since his MADtv days.
On May 16, 2026, Lee brings his storytelling to Houston’s 713 Music Hall. Known for mixing personal anecdotes with Asian American themes and family dynamics, Lee’s performances are candid and chaotic. His work on MADtv and Splitting Up Together showcased his versatility, but on stage, his humor truly shines.
Lee turns personal experiences into laughter, thriving on improvisation during podcasts like TigerBelly and Bad Friends with Andrew Santino. In a live show, his unpredictability takes center stage.
Fans of his roles on Magnum P.I. or Reservation Dogs will find his stand-up raw and unfiltered. The 713 Music Hall, with its vibrant atmosphere, is perfect for an evening with Lee, where no topic is off-limits.
Also performing in Houston this week
If you’re already booking your weekend, here’s the rest of this week’s headliners:
- Jeff Foxworthy — The Grand 1894 Opera House – TX, Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Ahmed Al Basheer — Bayou Music Center, Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Gary Gulman — House of Blues Houston, Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Naomi Watanabe — House of Blues Houston, Saturday, May 16, 2026