Thu 15 Oct

Doors:22:30

Start:21:30

Pre-register

Be the first to get the opportunity to buy tickets when they go onsale.

Duration1 hr 30 min

21:00

Doors Open

21:30

Show Starts

Alexander Merkul / Александр Меркуль

Alexander Merkul Live at Dubai Comedy Festival

Sharp jokes and interactive crowd work

The New Covent Garden Theatre

Thu 15 Oct

Doors:22:30

Start:21:30

The New Covent Garden Theatre

Pre-register

Duration1 hr 30 min

21:00

Doors Open

21:30

Show Starts

Alexander Merkul / Александр Меркуль

STAND-UP and IMPROVISATION BY ALEXANDER MERKUL IN DUBAI!

Presented by Facepalm Comedy, the first Russian speaking stand-up community in Dubai

Back in Dubai – an improvisational show by ALEXANDER MERKUL.

Sparkling humor, honest conversations, unique guests, and a completely immersive evening where anything is possible – from unexpected revelations to incredible laughter!

Russian

Patrons arriving late will be admitted into the venue only during a suitable break in the performance.
To avoid disrupting the show, latecomers may be seated in alternative locations.
If applicable, entry may only be permitted during the intermission.
Please note that refunds cannot be issued if entry is denied due to a late arrival.

Any patron, below 16 years of age are not permitted to the event.
Venue to celebrate elegance and style. Kindly avoid overly casual or provocative attire, such as shorts or flip flops.
Guests not complying with the dress code will not be permitted entry.

No refund will be given because the ticket holder was not aware of the age restriction.
All attendees must have a ticket to access the venue valid for the specific date, time, and the event shown.
No refunds or exchanges once tickets are purchased
Photography, videography, and audio recording, including camera phone, are strictly prohibited.
The ticket holder agrees to submit to any search for any prohibited items, including but not limited to weapons, controlled, dangerous, and illegal substances, and recording devices.
Patrons arriving late to a performance will only be admitted into the venue at a suitable break. Latecomers may be seated in alternate seat locations to avoid disruption of the performance.

The following items are prohibited:

Food and beverages from outside the venue are not allowed on the premises.
Professional cameras, laptops, tablets, selfie sticks/monopods or tripods, and audio or video recorders
Illegal substances of any kind
Weapons of any kind, including any item that can be used as a projectile
Laser pointers, permanent markers / felt-type pens, scissors, or aerosol canisters
Drones and or other remote-controlled devices
Glow sticks and illuminating objects such as LED signage
Animals (excluding registered assistance/service dogs)

Please be advised that Dubai Comedy Festival 2026 will be professionally filmed and photographed.
By entering the festival grounds, you acknowledge and consent to the use of your image or likeness across all Dubai Comedy Festival media and promotional channels.

By car: New Covent Garden Theatre is in Mall of the Emirates, Level 2 The closest parking is on Level 2, Orange Zone A5 & A6

By Dubai Metro: Take the Red Line and get off at the R32 - Mall of the Emirates station

By taxi: Ask for Mall of the Emirates, most drivers will know it well Ask to be dropped off at the Taxi Drop-Off point (Entrance A) Use the lift or take the escalator up to Level 2

The New Covent Garden Theatre

New Covent Garden Theatre Mall of the Emirates, Level 2 Al Barsha First, Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai, United Arab Emirates