The Laughter Factory’s end of season party is ideal for groups of friends and office parties alike.
This outrageous fun night out, boasts three of the funniest people from shows such as’ Live At The Apollo’, ‘Mock the Week’ and Michael McIntryes Road Show
Headlining the tour, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation, as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. With a unique and distinctive style, Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skillful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century living.
Making her debut at The Laughter Factory. Naomi Cooper is simply funny. Described as “A comedy badass”
“A delightfully joyful demeanour that fills the stage with mischievous glee.” – Chortle.
Naomi Cooper is someone to look forward to seeing in a small club, before she’s playing arenas.
Finally, we have BBC sketch show star Prince Abdi, who has also wowed audiences on Comedy Central’s ‘The World Stands Up’. This Somalian born British stand up draws on his migrant background to create a uniquely hilarious style of storytelling.
Such a diverse bill, will ensure everyone has something to laugh about.
When & Where:
The Laughter Factory, December 2020 tour dates
- Movenpick JBR – 3rd Thursday & 4th Friday December 8:30pm
A special room rate for 2 people at AED 300 including all taxes and breakfast.
- Zabeel House, by Jumeriah The Greens – Wednesday 9thDecember 8:30pm
A special room rate for 2 people at AED 310 including all taxes and breakfast
Should you wish to eat before the show all pre show tables MUST BE pre-booked in LAH LAH and must be vacated by 8:15pm.(04-5191111). Your ticket does not automatically guarantee you a table in LAH LAH prior to the show. LAH LAH will be at capacity so book early!
The show is in ‘The Box’ (opposite LAH LAH)
- Grand Millennium Barsha Heights – 10th Thursday December 8:30pm
A special room rate for 2 people at AED 380 including all taxes and AED300 voucher to spend in hotel owned restaurants
- Grand Millennium Business Bay – 11th Friday December 7PM
- Hilton Dubai Jumeirah –11th Friday December 8:30pm
A special room rate for all ticket holders – A stay overnight for only AED 599 per room for 2 people including all taxes and breakfast
Call 0508786728 for details.
Show tickets must be purchased on www.thelaughterfactory.com
Ticket at AED 160 including VAT
Meet the comics
Paul Tonkinson
A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. With a unique and distinctive style, Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skillful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century living. A plethora of first class material, combined with tremendous charm and irrepressible, infectious energy make for quite a formidable talent.
After many years of storming the circuit, and much badgering from fellow professionals, he took to the road in 2012 with his eagerly anticipated debut tour: Paul Tonkinson; Fancy Man. The tour took in 50 dates across the UK, and gave audiences the opportunity to experience the full Tonkinson phenomena in all it’s glory.
Following his solo tour, he was given the opportunity to play to a wider audience, joining the mighty Michael McIntyre as a special guest on live shows around the UK. In 2013 he had the honour of joining Michael as a special guest on his global arena tour; playing to millions across the globe, as far and wide as Australia, New Zealand, Norway, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong. Paul joined Michael again in 2015 as special guest on the Happy & Glorious Tour; playing to sold-out crowds in arenas across the UK.
On TV, he’s most recently performed on BBC One’s Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Comedy Central’s The Comedy Store and The World Stands-up. He was recently a contestant on Ch. 4`s hit show Celebrity Come Dine With Me, proving he’s not just a dazzling stand-up talent, but a whizz in the kitchen, scooping first place to win the cash prize for charity. Back in the day, when he was a mere whippersnapper he had a stint presenting Ch. 4’s The Big Breakfast and he has also presented radio shows on XFM in London and Manchester. He has just completed a stint as a Programme Associate on BBC One’s Michael Mcintyre Chat Show.
His first love remains stand-up, and Tonkinson remains in great demand in the UK and across the globe, performing at all the major international comedy festivals including the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs festival where he hosted the esteemed Britcom Gala. Confirming his status as an invincible and highly versatile performer, he is also a regular entertainer for the UK Armed Forces, and has performed in Afghanistan and Iraq; playing to 2,500 troops in 45 degree heat in the middle of the desert.
Testimonials
“Nicely observed and beautifully illustrated with a wide repertoire of subtly silly comedy voices. The man’s a one-man Simpsons cast as he brings to life the likes of his effete, sexually ambiguous ski instructor or a menacing South London laugh. At his best, he reduces a marital argument to meaningless sounds, prompting lots of chuckles of domestic recognition.”
Chortle
“Master at working a crowd, infectious vibrancy, lightning-fast comic mind, warmhearted, effortlessly likeable.”
Chortle
“Charismatic, combines the visual trickery of a Lee Evans with the improvisational skills of Paul Merton. Brilliant characterisations, his face, a wonder of contortion.”
Independent
“Caricatures seem to flow out of his head like Ghostbusters sprites escaping a powered-down containment unit brought to life with physicality and cartoon-like voices. Mixes observational set pieces with audience interaction… hilariously obtuse … dependably funny.”
Chortle, January 2015
“Excellent… extremely talented… brilliant”
Time Out
Paul Social:
Twitter – @PaulTonkinson
Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUxKWd4UPcg
Prince Abdi
British Somali comedian Prince Abdi is a versatile and unique story teller.
A feel good comedian, he draws in the audience with great stories and hilarious jokes.
As well as the UK, Prince regularly performs all over the world, including in countries such as the USA, Canada, Turkey, Holland, Northern Ireland and Kenya.
Prince has just finished the Cape Town international comedy festival performing to over 25, 000 people in 4 weeks.
Having written and starred in his own TV sketch show for the BBC, Prince has also appeared on Comedy Central, BBC, ITV and Channel 4.
Video and Social
@princeabdi
Princeabdi. 98
Naomi Cooper
Naomi Cooper is a hugely talented rising star from the UK. She supported Curb Your Enthusiasm’s Jeff Garlin for his extended sold-out run at the Soho Theatre in London, and also performed with him at the Hollywood Improv and the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles. This year Naomi was a finalist in the 2020 Funny Women Awards, streamed live from the Comedy Store in London.
“A comedy badass. Naomi Cooper is funny, know that.” – Jeff Garlin, Curb Your Enthusiasm
“A delightfully joyful demeanour that fills the stage with mischievous glee.” – Chortle
social media handles:
Twitter: @naomicooper
Instagram: @naysaying
TikTok: @naysaying
Facebook.com/naomicoopercomedy
YouTube.com/naomicooper
About The Laughter Factory
The Laughter Factory is the Middle East’s longest-running comedy night, proudly making the GCC laugh since 1997. Thanks to a longstanding partnership with the UK’s Comedy Store, The Laughter Factory hosts a fresh bill of three different professional comedians every month, many already familiar stars of the screen on hit UK TV shows.
With a reputation for quality and a sharp eye for talent, The Laughter Factory has showcased reams of A-list comics on their way to superstardom, including Michael McIntyre, Russell Peters, Ed Byrne, Dara O’Brien, Ross Noble, Jason Manford, Sean Hughes, Kevin Bridges and Frankie Boyle.
The Laughter Factory’s commitment to comedy has been recognized by numerous publications, winning several accolades over its two-decade history, including a several ‘Best Comedy’ and the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ awards from Time Out Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Media contact :
Gail Clough (co-founder)
+97150 100 3074
gail@thelaughterfactory.com
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