Dubai Comedy Festival: Shane Todd

Northern Irish comedian Shane Todd will perform his new stand-up show, Hold Me Back, at New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates on October 16, as part of the Dubai Comedy Festival.

Known for his quick wit, self-deprecating humour and storytelling, Todd will return to Dubai with a set built around relatable experiences, sharp observations and punchlines drawn from everyday life.

Shane Todd brings his signature humour to Dubai

Todd is also known as the host of Tea With Me, a popular comedy podcast. His work has taken him to comedy clubs around the world, helping him build an audience through his conversational style and ability to find humour in ordinary situations.

With Hold Me Back, audiences can expect an evening of stand-up comedy featuring his distinctive Northern Irish perspective, personal anecdotes and candid observations.

Event details

• Event: Shane Todd – Hold Me Back

• Date: October 16, 2026

• Venue: New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai

• Part of: Dubai Comedy Festival

The performance is among the comedy events taking place in Dubai as part of the festival, which brings international and regional comedians to stages across the city.