Martin Lawrence to light up Riyadh Season 2024 with a comedy special

Expect to roll on the floor laughing.

Riyadh Season 2024 is just around the corner and the capital’s cultural calendar looks exciting. And to add to this lineup of events is a comedy night that will send Riyadh into fits of laughter. Get ready to welcome Martin Lawrence to Saudi Arabia this Riyadh Season.

Taking place on Friday, 18 October, Martin Lawrence will have the audience in fits of laughter as he performs at the Baker Al Sheddi Theatre within the Blvd City zone.

Martin Lawrence in Riyadh promises to be one of the hottest tickets in town. Known for his larger-than-life personality, the comedian-turned-actor will serve up a classic comedy set, which features anecdotes, witty observations, and his unique take on life. With hard-hitting punchlines, this will be an evening of non-stop entertainment.

For those unfamiliar with Martin Lawrence, he started his career in the 1980s, performing stand-up comedy acts before making his big acting debut on TV with What’s Happening Now!! However, it was his role in Martin that skyrocketed him to fame. Later, he starred alongside Will Smith in 1995’s Bad Boys, a movie that has spawned three sequels, including 2024’s Bad Boys For Life, which has raked in $424.6 million at the global box office this year.

While this might be Martin Lawrence’s first comedy special in Saudi Arabia, it won’t be his first visit to the Kingdom. The actor attended Riyadh Season 2023’s Joy Awards, wherein he received the Honorary Entertainment Makers Award.

Riyadh Season kicks off on 12 October and continues into early 2025. This year’s edition will bring the best arts, culture and entertainment to the capital with 14 entertainment zones, 11 global championships, 10 festivals, and numerous exhibitions. Highlights include a Christian Dior exhibition called Designer of Dreams at Al Murabaa National Museum. This display will feature 14 sections and over 500 vintage Dior dresses, allowing visitors to explore the history and beauty of one of the world’s most iconic fashion houses. With a cafe and a gift shop, this one’s for all those who adore haute couture.

Excitingly, Riyadh Season is also bringing the magic of Harry Potter to Saudi Arabia for the very first time. The capital will be opening a 25,000-square-metre Harry Potter Experience —  one of the biggest attractions this season. Modelled after the famous theme parks in Japan and Orlando, it’ll give you a chance to immerse yourself in the wizarding world in the heart of Boulevard City.

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Tickets for Martin Lawrence in Riyadh will go on sale soon.

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