Brace yourselves for some side-splitting comedy.
Get ready for unforgettable nights of laughter with a slew of comedians taking to stages across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. If you’re a lover of live comedy, these are the all-important dates for your diaries. Curtain up – here is a list of all the upcoming UAE comedy shows.
Shane Todd: 6 December 2024
Dubai, it’s time to have a laugh. Comedian Shane Todd is bringing his Full House world tour from Northern Ireland to Dubai. Shane hails from County Down, Northern Ireland. He is an actor, comedian, and TV presenter. He started in comedy by posting videos on YouTube. He later appeared in the sitcom Application and played a fictional version of himself. He also created the podcast Tea with Me, which includes a weekly cup of tea and chat. Shane is no stranger to Dubai. He has previously played at the QE2 Theatre earlier this year, securing a sold-out show.
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Jimmy Carr: 11 January 2025
Jimmy Carr live in Abu Dhabi promises a night of laughter. The British-Irish comedian is bringing his world tour, Laughs Funny, to Abu Dhabi, which is expected to be a sold-out show. For those unfamiliar with Jimmy Carr, he’s a popular name in the global comedy scene. He started his career in 1997 and has since appeared on several TV shows, such as A Comedy Roast, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and many more, cementing his position in the entertainment world. He also has several Netflix appearances to his name, including Funny Business, His Dark Material, and Natural Born Killer.
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Al Murray: 20 January 2025
Al Murray will take to the Dubai Opera stage with his brand-new show, Guv Island. Promising sharp wit and hilarious observations, he’s gearing up to make you laugh like there’s no tomorrow. For those unfamiliar with his comedic genius, Al Murray is one of Britain’s most celebrated stand-up comedians. Born in Buckinghamshire, his comedy career took off in the early 1990s, but it was his creation of the character, The Pub Landlord that catapulted him to fame. With satirical takes on British culture, politics, and the world, this alter-ego quickly became a favourite amongst his fans. Prices start at AED 195 and go up to AED 350.
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Guz Khan: 20 January 2025
Dubai, it’s time to have a laugh. The British comedian Guz Khan will be making his way to Dubai Opera. Guz hails from Coventry, England. He was born into a Pakistani family, and went from being a teacher to a comedian. He started his career in comedy by uploading videos onto YouTube. In 2015, he performed on the BBC Asian Network’s Big Comedy Night. In 2017, he released the BBC comedy series, Man Like Mobeen. Over his career, Guz has appeared in the films Army of Thieves, Finding Fatimah, The Bubble and Walk Like a Panther; and the Netflix shows The Gentlemen and Turn Up Charlie. Tickets to see Guz Khan in Dubai start from AED 195.
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Simon Brodkin: 31 January 2025
Prolific prankster Simon Brodkin will be bringing his hit show, Screwed Up, to Dubai. Expect to hear expertly crafted punchlines on celebrity culture, social media trends, and the comedian’s personal struggles with mental health and family, but with a comic twist that’s bound to leave you laughing on the floor. Known for his fearless pranks on high-profile celebrities and politicians, Simon Brodkin’s antics have earned him a cult following. His stand-up work has received critical acclaim as well and he’s now one of the most popular British comedians on TikTok. Tickets start at AED 195.
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Jack & Michael Whitehall: 14 February 2025
Get ready for some dad jokes. British comedian Jack Whitehall is coming to Dubai, and bringing his dad, Michael Whitehall. Jack has worked with his dad before on the series, Jack Whitehall: Travels with my Father. Spanning five seasons, the pair travel across the world and deepen their bond. The locations include Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam, and sees them undertake typical gap year activities. Jack and Michael Whitehall Live brings together backstories from the Whitehall family. Expect stories about Jack’s mum, Hilary. Plus, pranks, tantrums and funny photographs from their family album.
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