Know your artist: Five stars performing in the UAE this October, from Zarna Garg to Mo Gilligan
October is shaping up to be one of the busiest months on the UAE’s live entertainment calendar. Two of Egypt’s most loved voices are sharing a stage in the capital, and the Dubai Comedy Festival is bringing in big names from London, New York and across the region. Here’s who they are before you buy a ticket. Tamer Hosny & Tamer Ashour Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi · October 17 2026 They share a first…
October is set to be a packed month for live entertainment in the UAE. In Abu Dhabi, Tamer Hosny and Tamer Ashour will share the stage at Etihad Arena on October 17. Hosny, nicknamed the "Star of the Generation," boasts a successful career in music, film and production. He has won a Guinness World Records title and performed at Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre.
Ashour, on the other hand, is known for his honest and relatable songs about love, loss and small moments. His performance will likely fill the arena with singing fans. Meanwhile, Dubai Opera will host comedians Mo Gilligan and Zarna Garg. Gilligan, a British comic with a rapidly rising career, will return to the Dubai Comedy Festival to perform his energetic, sharp-witted act.
Meanwhile, Zarna Garg, who rose from homelessness in Mumbai to become a globally recognized stand-up comedian, will share her new show, Million Dollar Excuses, on October 16. Her unique story of overcoming adversity and her honest, relatable humor are sure to resonate with audiences.
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