happenings this month Laughter Galore At The Dubai Comedy Festival!
Laughter Galore At The Dubai Comedy Festival!
Updated on 16 March 2023

The Dubai Comedy Festival is coming back and will see amazing comedians perform over ten days.

Running from 12 to 21 May, the festival will be held at multiple locations around Dubai, including Dubai Opera, Coca-Cola Arena, The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates and more.

The festival will see a series of live podcast sessions, amazing comedy sets and stand-up shows.

This year's event will see amazing performers from Jimmy Carr, Dara Ó Briain, Zakir Khan and the duo Joanne McNally and Vogue Williams.

The amazing Indian comedian Zakir Khan will perform on 14 May. Having won Comedy Central India’s Best Stand Up Comedian in 2012, the comedian has gone on to release three stand-up specials and is sure to be a hoot.

Dara Ó Briain is set to perform on 15 May and is known for being one of the funniest people from Ireland due to his quick wit. Having sold-out shows all around the world, the comedian incorporates personal experiences into his show, making it a must-watch.

On 16 May, the iconic Jimmy Carr will bring his unmissable show to Dubai. One of the popular names on the comedy circuit, his one-liners and observations will send you into fits of giggles.

Duo Joanne McNally and Vogue Williams, have been making rounds with their amazing podcast titled 'My Therapist Ghosted Me', will perform on 17 May. The duo will discuss dating in the age of technology, which will also loop in funny banter.

More artists will be announced shortly and for more information, visit the Dubai Comedy Festival website.

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