Late Night Erasmus

line up poster with the 7 guests of the show

Get ready for Rotterdam’s new Late Night Show concept. Inspired by your favorite American Late Night Shows, this night will be a combination of stand-up, music, inspiring conversations and a lot of live entertainment.

Date
Tuesday 28 Oct 2025, 20:30 - 22:30
Type
General
Spoken Language
English
Location

Bibliotheektheater Rotterdam (Hoogstraat 110)

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All guests are connected to Erasmus University, bringing unique stories and fresh perspectives to the stage. Expect a night filled with audience interactions, opportunities to win prizes and surprises that will make you laugh and brighten your horizon! 

Guests: 

  • Paul Hartwig: Host of the show. With years of experience in hosting, including EUR-related events (e.g. Eurekaweek), the former ESN President combines humor and inside knowledge to keep the audience engaged!

  • Sjoerd Scott: The Caribbean comedian and co-host of the show is known for mixing storytelling with humor. His energy and ability to connect with locals and internationals ensure plenty of spontaneous and fun interactions!

  • Greg Shapiro: With over 25 years of experience in show business, Greg is a comedian, writer, and keynote speaker. Known from TV productions, he brings hilarious everyday observations and brutally honest takes to the stage!

  • Dr. Michael Rojek-Giffin: Being an EUR researcher on sexuality and pornography, we will spill the tea about stereotypes in porn, discuss desires, and scientifically uncover its effect on society.

  • Akin Akoyande: Recently signing a deal with Europe’s largest supplement brand, the hybrid athlete, content creator & EUR alumnus is reaching millions on his socials. Expect contagious positivity and inspiring conversations.

  • Bianca Bănică: The EUR alumna and previous co-founder of LifeVersity is a public speaking trainer and has trained over 500 professionals. Expect expertise, encouraging stories and practical tips & tricks for your everyday life!

  • Parel Stouthart: Having recently won the EURvision Song Contest and having performed in Rotterdam Ahoy, the singer & songwriter will perform a song from her brand-new album “Cobald”!

Live band

The live band will be organised by Frits van Schendel (previous president Erasmus Music Association). Further special guests are presented during the show!

Don’t know the guests (yet) or not part of Erasmus University? No worries, we designed the show concept in a way that you might even have the most fun out of everyone…

Guest Bio's:

Paul Hartwig is the host of Late Night Erasmus. Since his first late-night show in Germany over five years ago, he’s been hosting podcasts and live events in Rotterdam for up to 5,000 people. Having hosted the EURvision, shows during Eurekaweek and being the former ESN president, he will connect humor and university knowledge to ensure the audience is engaged from start to finish.

Sjoerd Scott is a Caribbean comedian and co-host of Late Night Erasmus. Mixing storytelling with dry humor and talking about everyday life in the Netherlands, he connects both locals and internationals. Whether he’s cracking jokes, interacting with the audience or adding his own experiences, Sjoerd’s energy makes sure the show will be full of hilarious surprises.

Greg Shapiro is a Dutch-American comedian, keynote speaker, and author. With over 25 years of experience in show business, he’s best known for his stand-up and TV work, including his voiceover for the “Netherlands Second” video, reaching over 30 million views. Specialising in hilarious observations in Dutch everyday life, culture and current affairs, he’ll perform a comedy routine and take part in brutally honest conversations!

Dr. Michael Rojek-Giffin is a researcher at the Erasmus Institute on Culture and Stratification exploring sexuality and pornography. During the show, we will spill the tea about stereotypes in porn, discuss desires and what they reveal about society itself. Looking at this topic from a scientific perspective will uncover new perspectives that do not get talked about regularly.

Akin Akoyande is a hybrid athlete, content creator, and EUR alumnus. He’s been running every day for over 250 days, recently signed a deal with one of Europe’s largest supplement brands, and reaches millions through his social media platforms. Akin brings contagious energy and positivity to the stage, being a powerful example of how passion and consistency can inspire others.

Bianca Bănică is a public speaking trainer, EUR Alumna and previous co-founder of Liversity. She has trained over 500 professionals to boost their speaking confidence and is regularly attending events with well-known speakers. She brings expertise, tips & tricks for EUR students and encouraging stories to the stage!

Parel Stouthart is a current EUR student and winner of the EURvision song contest. She has been a singer & songwriter for years, getting recent recognition for her song “Silent Reply”, which she performed in Rotterdam Ahoy in front of 5.000 people. She will perform one song of her new album “Cobalt” in a special live-band arrangement.

More information

Date: Tuesday, 28 October 2025
Time: 20:30-22:30 hours. Doors open: 20:00 hours
Location: Bibliotheektheater Rotterdam (Hoogstraat 110)

Tickets:

ESN Cardholders: 11€
Regular Tickets Phase I: 13€
Regular Ticket Phase II: 15€ 
VIP Ticket: 22€ (see benefits in ticket shop)

All guests receive free access to “Hitz” (Kruiskade 55) all night for the opportunity to get a drink or join the afterparty at ESN Tuesday!

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