Ophira Eisenberg

Ophira Eisenberg is a distinguished comedian, writer, and actress, recognized for her engaging storytelling and witty hosting style on the nationally syndicated NPR and WNYC trivia, puzzle, and game show ‘Ask Me Another.’ During her tenure, the program gained significant popularity, solidifying her reputation as a compelling personality in broadcast media. Her early career saw her contributions to comedy highlighted in features such as the New York Times’ ‘Telling Tales With a Tear and a Smile’ and New York magazine’s ‘Ten New Comedians That Funny People Find Funny.’ Eisenberg’s television appearances include the ‘Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson’ in 2013, Comedy Central’s ‘Premium Blend’ and ‘Fresh Faces of Comedy,’ and VH-1’s ‘Best Week Ever’ and ‘All Access.’ She also demonstrated her acting versatility with roles in ‘The Overlookers,’ Showtime’s ‘Queer as Folk,’ and CBS’s ‘The Guardian.’ Earlier in her career, Eisenberg was involved in the original Toronto Fringe production of ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ in 1999, which later became a Tony Award-winning Broadway show, showcasing her association with acclaimed theatrical productions. Beyond her performance work, Eisenberg is an accomplished writer. She released her debut memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy, on April 2, 2013. Her writing has also been featured in several anthology books, including I Killed: True Stories of the Road from America’s Top Comics, Rejected: Tales of the Failed, Dumped, and Canceled, and Heeb Magazine’s Sex, Drugs and Gefilte Fish. Eisenberg remains a highly sought-after talent, frequently hosting and touring with ‘The Moth,’ the renowned storytelling show. Her engaging performances have consistently proven popular with audiences, leading to her being featured on one of their ‘Audience Favorites’ CDs. She continues to leverage her unique blend of humor and personal narrative, making her a compelling personality for a diverse range of projects in comedy, hosting, and writing.