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Web Release
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
The Outrageously Funny Mo Amer Returns to Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 for an Exclusive Two-Show Run at Dubai Opera
Comedy fans can expect even more hilarity during the upcoming Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 as the annual festival of funny has just added a major name to its already stacked lineup. Live Nation Middle East presents acclaimed Palestinian-American comedian and Netflix sensation Mo Amer, making his much-anticipated return to the festival with exclusive back-to-back shows at Dubai Opera on October 9th. Celebrated for his quick wit, compelling narratives, and candid take on fame, family, and identity, Mo Amer is set to bring back his much-loved humour to Dubai once again. Now in its fifth edition, Dubai Comedy Festival has cemented itself as a key event in the city's cultural calendar, bringing together comedy legends and global rising stars for a celebration of laughs across multiple languages and styles. Produced by BRAG and presented by Dubai Calendar, the festival runs from October 2nd to 12th across iconic venues including Dubai Opera and Coca-Cola Arena, and features performances in English, Arabic, Hindi, Russian, and French. This year's festival boasts a standout lineup with acts such as Tom Segura, Joanne McNally, Zakir Khan, Omid Djalili, Morgan Jay, Akaash Singh, and John Achkar already confirmed. Returning to Dubai Comedy Festival for the first time since his 2020 debut, Mo Amer's comeback marks a full-circle moment. Since then, the comedian's global stardom has only risen, thanks to his award-winning Netflix series MO, breakout roles in Ramy and Black Adam, and a string of acclaimed stand-up specials. With two back-to-back, intimate shows at Dubai Opera, a stark contrast to his usual arena gigs, audiences will get the rare chance to experience his comedy up close and personal. Known for blending his Palestinian roots with universal themes of fatherhood, fame, and identity, Mo Amer's comedy is both personal and political. His new material dives deep into his experience as a new dad, navigating life in the spotlight and the modern world with his trademark charm and brutal honesty. Amer's critically lauded show MO was named one of the best of 2022 by The New York Times and NY Magazine, earning a Gotham Award, Peabody, AFI Honors, and a Television Academy Honor. Season 2 of the semi-autobiographical series dropped on Netflix on January 30th to critical acclaim, making this Dubai appearance a timely treat for fans eager to catch him. With tickets expected to sell quickly, act fast by visiting today. When: Thursday, October 9th
The National
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Mo Amer to perform two back-to-back shows at Dubai Comedy Festival 2025
Mo Amer is the latest headliner announced for 2025's Dubai Comedy Festival. The Palestinian-American comedian and star of the hit Netflix series Mo will perform two shows at Dubai Opera on October 9. He joins a number of artists, including Tom Segura and Omid Djalili, slated to perform as part of the festival at various venues. The Dubai Opera performances mark Amer's return to the festival for the first time since its inaugural event in 2020. Since then, a star has risen through Mo, the semi-autobiographical Netflix series about a Palestinian refugee navigating life in the US, in addition to well-received roles in the sitcom Ramy, alongside Egyptian-American comedian and creator Ramy Youssef, and in Black Adam, opposite Dwayne Johnson. Amer's return also comes on the back of the second and final season of Mo, which features an acclaimed episode in which the main character makes his long-awaited visit to Palestine. In an interview with The National, Amer recalled the emotional experience of the episode, titled A Call from God. 'It was really hard. You're picking at a scab. You're picking at memories at a very difficult time, with everything that's going on. It was important to be as honest as possible, as grounded as possible,' he said. 'I just had to dig deep and push my own feelings aside and make sure that we made a realistic portrayal of what it's like to be in the West Bank as a Palestinian.' As for his Dubai show, which follows a US tour and a coming special, Amer said he has plenty of experiences to share. 'I've still got so much to do. There's so much to tell,' he said. 'I have so many scripts behind me. I've got another comedy special to film. It doesn't end here.'
What's On
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 unveils next global comedy stars
Just when you thought the lineup for Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 couldn't get any better…round two of comedian announcements is here, and it's serving up even more laughs and in even more languages. The festival, which returns from October 2 to 12, had already unveiled a stellar first batch of headliners, including Tom Segura, Joanne McNally, Zakir Khan, Morgan Jay, Akaash Singh, Omid Djalili, and John Achkar. And now, a fresh lineup of international comedic heavyweights has been revealed adding even more cultural flavour and hilarity to what's already shaping up to be Dubai's funniest week of the year. Here's who's joining the Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 in the second wave of announcements: Amer Zahr – The Palestinian-American comic and political satirist returns to Dubai Opera on October 11, following last year's sold-out show. Redouane Bougheraba – One of France's biggest comedy stars is bringing his signature Marseille humour and rapid-fire French storytelling to the stage on October 12. Ivan Abramov – The Russian sensation known for mixing intellect with absurdity brings his brand-new show Hi-Hi, Ha-Ha to Dubai Opera on October 12. Gaurav Kapoor – The Delhi-born comic hits the stage on October 12, delivering Hindi observational comedy that dives into 90s nostalgia, married life, and corporate chaos. Between Arabic, English, French, Russian, and Hindi sets, the Dubai Comedy Festival isn't just for fans of stand-up, it's a global comedy celebration. With shows taking place at iconic venues like Dubai Opera, this citywide festival promises an all-out laugh fest for every kind of comedy lover. It's shaping up to be a massive season for entertainment in the UAE. Don't sleep on it, seats are already flying! Venue: Dubai Opera Date: Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12 Times: Times vary Cost: From Dhs 115 Contact: For bookings, visit Images: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
FACT
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 drops star-studded lineup
The festival will take place across the city from 2 to 12 October. If laughter is the best medicine, then the annual Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 is an overdose we all eagerly await. Returning for its next edition this autumn, the ten-day event will have audiences roaring with laughter as it descends upon Dubai from 2 to 12 October. And the headliners for the festival have just been unveiled. Presented by Dubai Calendar and collectively produced by BRAG, Live Nation, GME Events, and DXB Live, the Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 will take place across multiple hotspots in the city, including Dubai Opera and Coca-Cola Arena. Tom Segura This year's lineup includes Tom Segura, who will be kicking off the festival at Coca-Cola Arena on 2 October. He'll be followed by Omid Djalili, Akaash Singh, Morgan Jay, Joanne McNally and John Achkar throughout the next few days. The closing act will see Zakir Khan take to the stage on 12 October, promising a banging end to the festival. But that's not all. More names are expected to be announced soon. On 11 October, Arab-American comedian, activist, and law professor Amer Zahr returns after a sold-out show last year, delivering sharp, politically charged humour rooted in his Palestinian heritage. On 12 October, the spotlight turns to Marseille's own Redouane Bougheraba, whose charismatic blend of storytelling and improv has made him a viral sensation and the first French comic to headline a solo show at the Orange Vélodrome. That same night, Ivan Abramov brings his witty, offbeat new show Hi-Hi, Ha-Ha to Russian-speaking fans, fusing cultural quirks and personal anecdotes. Also taking the stage on 12 October is Delhi-based Gaurav Kapoor, whose Hindi set promises outrageous tales of married life, 90s nostalgia, and corporate madness—all delivered with the irreverent wit that's earned him an Amazon Prime special and legions of fans. Joanne McNally Past editions of the festival have featured the likes of Al Murray, Eddie Griffin, Frank Skinner, Gad Elmaleh, Maz Jobrani, Mo Amer, Mo Gilligan, and Russell Peters, hosting sell-out shows year after year in Dubai. The 2025 edition of the Dubai Comedy Festival aims to take things to the next level, featuring multilingual stand-up sets, hilarious activations, and late-night after-party fun. As well as providing a platform for the world's best in comedy, the festival is also proud to provide local and regional talents an opportunity to showcase their skills while transcending all cultures, backgrounds, and ages — as good comedy should. Morgan Jay Comedy is the best remedy in 2025, and tickets to the Dubai Comedy Festival are now available. However, prices vary depending on the show of interest. If you love comedy, plenty of comedians are coming to the country. Kevin Hart will perform on 2 May, Jo Koy will take to the stage on 29 May, and Pete Davidson will headline on 25 June. All shows take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. GO: Visit for tickets and more information.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tom Segura To Star In & Produce R-Rated Comedy ‘El Tigre'
EXCLUSIVE: Top comic Tom Segura has for weeks been teasing a new film project on his podcasts — and now, we know what it is. He's found his first feature starring vehicle in El Tigre, an R-rated comedy from emerging director Tyler Cornack (Mermaid) that goes into production in New Mexico this summer. The news comes as Segura kicks his work in film and television into high gear. Just a week ago, Netflix ordered a second season of Bad Thoughts, his new series for the streamer, where he places a lens on his some of his most dark and twisted cinematic fantasies. More from Deadline Tom Segura's 'Bad Thoughts' Renewed For Season 2 By Netflix Utopia Acquires Comedic Thriller 'Mermaid' Starring 'Fallout's Johnny Pemberton Following SXSW Launch 'Bad Thoughts' Teaser: Tom Segura's Unhinged Netflix Comedy Offers Dark & Twisted Glimpse Inside His Mind El Tigre follows Jeff (Segura) and his friends as they head down to Mexico, only to discover the hard way that Jeff is a dead ringer for the infamous cartel leader El Tigre who's gone missing. After being captured by rivals and then rescued by El Tigre's forces, Jeff has to pretend to be their ruthless leader until he can find his friends and a way home. 'From the moment I read this script I knew I had to play this part,' Segura said. 'As a fellow business owner, I've always found it inspiring how productive and efficient cartel leaders can be. This whole team is so excited to make a great comedy and I'm so thrilled to be a part of it.' Greenlighted for production by Double Down Pictures, the production company led by Will Meldman in partnership with his real estate mogul father, Mike Meldman, El Tigre was scripted by Aaron Buchsbaum and Teddy Riley. Mosaic, founded by Jimmy Miller, is producing alongside Segura and his YMH Studios partner Ryan P. Hall, Will Meldman and Eddie Glaeser for Double Down Pictures, as well as M. Riley and Molly Mandel for Mosaic. Segura came to partner with Cornack here after being wowed by his work on Mermaid, a critically acclaimed comedic thriller, starring his friend and fellow comic Johnny Pemberton, which Utopia acquired on the heels of its SXSW world premiere. We were first to report on the project in April 2024. In his own statement to Deadline, producer WIll Meldman said, 'We're excited to support Tom's first feature film because audiences are hungry for the R-rated comedies of the 90s-2000s that aren't getting made by the studios anymore. This nod to Kevin Kline's DAVE and Pacino's SCARFACE feels like the perfect twisted marriage, and with Tyler's fresh directorial vision combined with Tom's proven comedic appeal, we knew this was exactly the kind of project we wanted to back.' On Bad Thoughts, which premiered in May, Segura transforms into a whole assortment of characters, both real and fictional — among them, actor and martial artist Steven Seagal, secretive operative Agent Six, and country music superstar turned kidnapper Rex Henley. He created the series, setting it up at Netflix after self-financing a pilot, and also serves as its writer, director and exec producer. As an actor, Segura has also been seen in series like Workholics and The Cabin with Bert Kreischer, along with films like Instant Family, where he starred opposite Mark Wahlberg. To date, he's released five comedy specials — all at Netflix — having most recently unveiled Tom Segura: Sledgehammer in July 2023. He is represented by Mosaic and WME. Cornack was both the writer and director of Mermaid, in which a drug addicted Florida man finds a wounded mermaid at his lowest point, stopping at nothing to protect her when word spreads about his secret. His other directing credits include Tiny Cinema, Butt Boy, and The Pocketeers. He is repped by Underground and Cohen & Gardner. Best known as two of the creators and executive producers of Amazon's adult animated comedy Fairfax, Buchsbaum & Riley are with WME. Best of Deadline 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More Men of Steel: Every Actor Who Has Played Superman - Photo Gallery 'Michael' Cast: Who's Who In The Michael Jackson Biopic
