The Outrageously Funny Mo Amer Returns to Dubai Comedy Festival 2025 for an Exclusive Two-Show Run at Dubai Opera
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 www.dubaicomedyfest.ae today.
When: Thursday, October 9th
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