The Dubai Comedy Festival is back for its 2023 edition, promising to be bigger and better than ever before. With an incredible line-up of headliners, including the likes of Jimmy Carr, Dara Ó Briain, Zakir Khan, and the rib-tickling duo Joanne McNally and Vogue Williams from the much-loved podcast My Therapist Ghosted Me, this year’s festival is sure to be a laugh riot.
Produced by BRAG, Live Nation, and DXB Live and presented by Dubai Calendar, the festival will take place across multiple hotspots across the city, including Dubai Opera, The Theatre Mall of the Emirates, Coca-Cola Arena, and more.
From the 12th to the 21st of May, the Dubai Comedy Festival will host some of the funniest and most sought-after comedians from around the world for what is always one of the most popular events in the city’s cultural calendar.
With a mix of stand-up shows, live podcasts, other comedy events, and, of course, non-stop laughs, there’s something for everyone at the festival.
Tickets for the Dubai Comedy Festival are available now, and they’re selling fast. Don’t miss your chance to see some of the world’s funniest comedians live on stage.
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Dara Ó Briain, one of Ireland’s funniest comedians, known for his quick wit and razor-sharp observations, is bringing his unique brand of comedy to the Dubai Opera on May 15th. Ó Briain has become a household name in the entertainment industry, with numerous sold-out shows across the globe. His ability to blend topical humour with his own personal experiences, intelligence, and warming personality, have all made him a fan-favourite.
Jimmy Carr, one of the UK’s most renowned comedians, is preparing to descend on the Dubai Opera on May 16th, bringing with him his trademark acerbic wit and humour. Known for his quick-fire one-liners and hilarious observations on modern life, Carr has become a household name in the comedy world, with numerous sold-out shows across the globe.
Get ready to laugh until it hurts as the hilarious comedy duo, My Therapist Ghosted Me, takes the stage at the Dubai Opera on May 17th. The dynamic comedy duo, comprising of Joanne McNally and Vogue Williams, is bringing their unique blend of humour and storytelling to Dubai. With a style that is both relatable and irreverent, their show promises to be a night of non-stop laughs.
Zakir Khan, the popular Indian comedian, is all set to tickle the funny bones of Dubai audiences with his latest 150-minute Hindi language show on May 14th at the iconic Dubai Opera. Known for his anecdotal style of comedy along with his punchline “Sakht Launda”, Khan has amassed over 7 million subscribers on YouTube, showing his immense popularity on the Indian comedy circuit.
In conclusion, the Dubai Comedy Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience with an incredible line-up of comedians that are sure to leave audiences in stitches. Don’t miss out on the chance to see some of the world’s funniest comedians live on stage. Tickets are available now and selling fast, so grab yours before it’s too late.
Dubai Comedy Festival schedule
Zakir Khan – Hindi language show
Sunday, May 14th at Dubai Opera
Dara Ó Briain – English language show
Monday, May 15th at Dubai Opera
Jimmy Carr – English language show
Tuesday, May 16th at Dubai Opera
My Therapist Ghosted Me – English language show
Wednesday, May 17th at Dubai Opera