13 October 2024

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The second weekend of performances for “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times). First seen in 1975 and still an all-round stunner, it is based on a 1926 play by one-time reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins and is built [ ... ]

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Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The second weekend of performances for “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times). First seen in 1975 and still an all-round stunner, it is based on a 1926 play by one-time reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins and is built [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The second weekend of performances for “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times). First seen in 1975 and still an all-round stunner, it is based on a 1926 play by one-time reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins and is built [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The second weekend of performances for “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times). First seen in 1975 and still an all-round stunner, it is based on a 1926 play by one-time reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins and is built [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The longest running American musical in Broadway history – and “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times) – is coming to Yas for a decent run from 12-22 September 2024. First seen in 1975 and still an all-round [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The longest running American musical in Broadway history – and “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times) – is coming to Yas for a decent run from 12-22 September 2024. First seen in 1975 and still an all-round [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The longest running American musical in Broadway history – and “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times) – is coming to Yas for a decent run from 12-22 September 2024. First seen in 1975 and still an all-round [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chicago

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The longest running American musical in Broadway history – and “the most exciting musical of its generation” (The Times) – is coming to Yas for a decent run from 12-22 September 2024. First seen in 1975 and still an all-round [ ... ]

From AED 185

Chris Tucker

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Tucker may have transitioned successfully into Hollywood hits like the Rush Hour franchise, but he hasn’t lost any of the energy and slick timing that distinguish his comedy specials. He gets the late spot (following Tom Segura) in this Abu [ ... ]

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Jo Koy World Tour

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Top Filipino-American comic with a nice line in impersonations, anecdotes, and witty commentary on life (mainly his) and his colourful family. This gig is part of Abu Dhabi Comedy Week.

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Tom Segura: Come Together

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The American actor/comedian/writer is one of the biggest names in the comedy tour business – this current tour is visiting more than 40 cities worldwide, and this gig for Abu Dhabi Comedy Week falls somewhere in the middle of the [ ... ]

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Bassem Youssef and Maz Jobrani

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The Egyptian surgeon-turned-satirist Bassem Youssef and the American comedian-turned-actor Maz Jobrani actually make a good double act, as seen/heard on various podcasts, chat shows and interviews, though for this Abu Dhabi Comedy Week we’d expect them to be doing successive [ ... ]

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Dave Chappelle

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The Emmy-winning comedian brings his distinctive brand of comedy to the Etihad Arena for Abu Dhabi Comedy Week, his only gig in the region.

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Andrew Schulz

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

New York native and internationally touring stand-up comic and podcaster, Schulz is known for his raw and irreverent comedy. He claims nothing is off limits, so this should make for an interesting gig as part of Abu Dhabi Comedy Week.

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Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee: Bad Friends

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee are touring their hit podcast Bad Friends, which showcases the dynamic and sometimes “contentious” relationship between the two. This gig is part of Abu Dhabi Comedy Week.

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Tommy Tiernan, Kevin Bridges, Joanne McNally

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Two of Britain’s best standups share this Abu Dhabi Comedy Week with a "special guest". The men are both established, both very funny, and both get less attention than they deserve; Tiernan is everything you want from a droll Irish [ ... ]

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Aziz Ansari

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The award-winning actor, director, writer, and comedian is so much more than the Parks and Recreation character he shed nearly ten years ago; much more indicative of his current style is the Netflix series Master of None (2015–2021) that he [ ... ]

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Cirque Du Soleil: CRYSTAL

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The second weekend for "a truly breathtaking entertainment phenomenon", with Cirque du Soleil exploring brand-new creative territory by combining its signature acrobatics with ice-skating. So acrobats and skaters perform on the ice and in the air, seamlessly combining disciplines from [ ... ]

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Cirque Du Soleil: CRYSTAL

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

"This mesmerising amalgamation of acrobatic excellence" is "a truly breathtaking entertainment phenomenon", opines the organiser's press release. Even allowing for the hyperbole, there’s a good chance that all that will be true: it’s Cirque du Soleil, after all, and for [ ... ]

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André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The UAE debut of the phenomenally successful Dutch violinist and conductor leading his Johann Strauss Orchestra, chorus, and a lineup of international soloists through a repertoire spanning classical masterpieces, waltzes, show tunes, and iconic songs from film, opera, and musicals. [ ... ]

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Trevor Noah: Off the Record

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Trevor Noah’s current world tour called in at Dubai last October, and now another UAE date has been added. Noted for his sharp wit and intelligent commentary on people, politics, racism and nationalism, and occasionally himself, he’s also good at [ ... ]

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Hamilton: An American Musical

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The multi award winning musical is making its Middle Eastern debut for an extended run at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena (to 11 February). Lin-Manuel Miranda’s book, music and lyrics have created something of a revolutionary moment in theatre – it’s [ ... ]

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Russell Peters: Act Your Age World Tour

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Russell Peters, recently honoured as one of Rolling Stone's 50 Best Comics of All Time, is in town with his new stand-up special ("a night of outrageous laughs from start to finish"). It will also be filmed, which does sometimes [ ... ]

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Andrew Schulz: The Life Tour

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The sharp-witted American comedian (and actor, TV producer and podcaster) is touring an entertainingly complicated exploration of current events, politics, and the beautiful chaos of creating life – "an evening of irreverent humor and astute insights that only Schulz can [ ... ]

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Robbie Williams

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Robbie knows how to put on a great show to back up some great pop tunes from a 25-year career (feeling older now?). Sure to sell out

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Bill Burr

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The Emmy-nominated US comedian gets a big stage for his quick wit, dark humour, and unrivalled storytelling with rants about relationship advice, sports and the Illuminati ...

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Kevin Hart: Reality Check

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The Emmy & Grammy nominated comedian/actor is currently touring his Reality Check show globally, and frankly some of the reviews have been mixed. But when he's on song, he can be very funny ... Hart launched his career at an [ ... ]

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Sting: My Songs

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Sting is touring his impressive back catalogue, with hits like Fields of Gold, Roxanne, Englishman In New York and Every Breath You Take producing five-star reviews on its other stops ("a rare treat ... near peerless ... sublime pop alchemy"). Bound [ ... ]

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Kevin Bridges

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Dry Scottish wit from a comedian who doesn't get out enough (which is probably why the current tour, in which this gig is embedded, is selling out elsewhere). Not to be missed.

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Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny 2.0

Etihad Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The Marmite comedian comes to Abu Dhabi with his current world tour. He's known for his near-the-knuckle jokes, so it will be interesting to see just how near he gets in this locale ...

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