Imah Dumagay, the Filipino standup comedian who’s making it big in Dubai’s international performing arts scene, will have her first solo act on November 27.
A long-time resident of Dubai, Imah began doing standup comedy in 2018 with the Dubomedy School of Arts. Her debut full-length stand-up show titled, Imah’s Day Off, will have you crying tears of laughter as she recounts her experiences of being a Filipina living in Dubai.
I’m ecstatic to be performing my first whole show in Dubai. I want to make this a very entertaining night as I believe the first impression is the only impression. My comedy journey is just beginning, but I want the people of Dubai to share in it every step of the way.
Imah Dumagay
“Choose Yourself” author James Altucher says he likes to watch standup comedy before every meeting, date, dinner, media appearance, conversation, and public talk.
“I have a lot of inhibitions when I meet people,” he shares on Quora. “I’m scared and somewhat introverted. Standup comedians are the best public speakers in the world, and I think they are the most astute social commentators on the human condition.”
Not only that, Altucher reports that watching standup gives him a boost of energy, material to fold into his conversation, and a better sense of how to time his communication.
Why watch Imah’s Day-off
Watching Imah’s maiden solo show could be one of the best things to happen in your otherwise gloomy 2020.
1. She’s the Imah-kulet
She was our guest at BXD Now Facebook Live, and I could say she’s a fun magnet – on and off the camera. There are funny people and there are naturally funny people. She’s the latter.
2. Class is her middle name
She’s a class act. In Tagalog, “hindi bakya.” Her content is not rude – sometimes harsh but not rude and insulting. That’s what differentiates her brand from the majority of Filipino standup comedy these days.
3. The joke is on her
…and she delivers it very well. Audiences from various nations can easily relate to those typical stereotypes about Filipinos working abroad – and Imah can make everyone laugh comfortably on those anecdotes.
Here’s what I mean:
4. Her comedy is therapeutic
Sometimes all you need is a really good joke and a hearty laugh. If laughter is the best medicine, Imah’s comedy is a VACCINE! Her brand of standup is simply therapeutic.
5. She preaches ‘laugh-changing truth’
…and it’s not offensive at all. In fact they’re among the funniest jokes out there. Check this one:
6. We need a good laugh for 2020
The series of events this year, up to these past few days has been overwhelming, to say the least. We deserve a good laugh. We need humor, not just to guard against our worries, but also to freshen up the mind.
7. Sense of humor makes you more sense
Having a good sense of humor is a sign of a great character. Research shows that sense of humor can improve your mental and physical health, boost your attractiveness, and improve your leadership skills.
So, where to buy tickets
Tickets are available at bookmyshow.com. Please note that attendance is limited to only 50% of the venue capacity to ensure that social distancing is in place.
- Date: 27 November
- Time: 8:00pm
- Doors Open: 7:30pm
- Location: The Theatre MOE
Reflecting the diversity of the Dubai comedy scene, this night of laughter will open with a special performance by Egyptian comic Amr Abdelmonem and will be hosted by Liz Bains from the UK.
The show will be in English and is presented by Commercial Bank of Dubai and Co-presented by Moda Line UAE, sponsored by Kickers Sports Bar and Victoriano Glamorous Events, and in partnership with DuBlog, Art for All, and Tag 91.1.
Get to know more about Imah in our interview:
Trust me she’s just at the beginning of a wonderful road ahead.
