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A never-before-seen entertainment extravaganza is set to capture the hearts and minds of audiences in this year’s edition of the Abu Dhabi Summer Season, as first-time comedy greats and a thrilling illusion show descend upon the capital city from all corners of the world.
Running between July 7 and September 11, 2016, venues across Abu Dhabi will present a myriad of scintillating debut experiences for entertainment enthusiasts, residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Best known for starring in hit comedy movies Little Man and White Chicks, as well as the satirical Scary Movie 1 and 2 and recent blockbuster movie 50 Shades of Black grossing more than $736 million in the U.S domestic box office, Marlon Wayans takes to the stage at Emirates Palace for the first rendition of his hilarious stand-up comedy act in Abu Dhabi. If you fancy a night of laughs, mark your calendar on 19th August for the Marlon Wayans’ once-off comedic stage show.
Not to be outdone, and likewise debuting his comedy show in the UAE, is Indian television’s comedy guru, Kapil Sharma, as he headlines the Kapil Sharma Comedy Show at Al Raha Beach Theatre on August 12th. Kapil’s career took to the limelight in his native country, clinching accolades for his ability to inspire infectious laughter from his audiences. Winner of the ITA Awards 2013, where he took home Best Actor – Comedy and Best Serial Comedy, Kapil is guaranteed not to disappoint as he tickles the audiences with side-splitting comical relief.
To round up the comedic performances set to grace Abu Dhabi’s stages for the first time, hugely popular GCC comedian Tarek Al Ali premiers his latest theatrical production “Heart for Sale” alongside actors Ahmad Al Faraj and Mais Kamar for two nights at Abu Dhabi’s National Theatre on 4-5th August. Inspired by Arabic culture and real life experiences, Ali’s sketches are sure to set the audiences alight with roaring laughter.
Fancy some mind-boggling tricks that will leave you questioning the difference between perception and reality? British magician and illusionist Jamie Raven will amaze Emirates Palace audiences as he makes a stopover in the capital for his first-ever Arabian Gulf performance. Set to leave audiences spellbound by his series of magical tricks and logic-defying illusions, Jamie Raven gained acclaim during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. Since then, he was invited to headline “The Illusionists” at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End in the latter part of 2015. His increasing success has subsequently seen him receive more than 200 million views across multiple social media platforms. This summer, Abu Dhabi will experience a taste of the magic he has to offer.
True to form, Abu Dhabi Summer Season truly offers “Fun for All”, bringing to the capital the world premiere of Hello Kitty Live – Fashion & Friends. Chronicling the story of Hello Kitty and her friends My Melody, Dear Daniel, Bad Badtzu Maru, Purin, Mimmy and Sophie, with popular soundtracks of world famous pop music icons to keep the audience dancing, the Hello Kitty production is set to inspire keen fashion sense and creativity for fans of all ages.
Moreover, Abu Dhabi Summer Season this year introduces “One Piece Film: Gold Premiere”, a visual treat from best-selling manga comic series which first started in 1997. The premiere will take viewers of all ages through an adventurous journey upon the high seas, featuring voices of some of the most popular Japanese actors. Save the dates for this one on 15th of July in Emirates Palace. Abu Dhabi Summer Season 2016 is an exciting programme of world-class international theatre shows, comedy acts, concerts, circus performances, and more that will be held at venues across Abu Dhabi city, Al Ain and the Western Region. The season, designed to entertain the entire family, will span Eid Al Fitr, the school holidays and Indian Independence Day.
For more information about timings and tickets, please visit: abudhabisummerseason.ae
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