Akmal: Not Dead Yet

Akmal returns because he was not careful with his money when he was funny and popular. He’s still funny, however, due to the avalanche of brown and black comedians his popularity has waned a little.

So, this year Akmal has finally succumbed to thousands of requests to perform in the nude. Don’t miss this hilarious and highly erotic show.

Every night a lucky audience member will win Akmal’s underwear. Touching is allowed but please be respectful. Private shows are available behind the theatre at extra cost.

Known for his incredible ability to deal with hot topics in a hilarious and slightly offensive way, Akmal promises this year to deliver a show that is punctual and jam-packed with words … some of which he will be using for the first time.

One of Australia’s most respected and accomplished comics, Akmal draws on his Arabic heritage, his experiences immigrating to Australia at the age of 11, and his disillusionment with religion and the modern world to deliver a stand-up show that is fresh, honest and ridiculously funny.

Akmal entered the world of comedy in 1990 under the alias Peter Saleh (“so people would think I was white”, he says). Since then he’s performed in movies, on TV and as a regular radio and talk show host, and has written, and has written a book about his journey from Egypt and his life as an Arab on the Australian comedy circuit. His memorable appearance on Selling Houses Australia still attracts thousands of views and, whatever you do, don’t ask Akmal if he’s sold his house yet!

As a stand-up, he’s performed at festivals all around the world including Edinburgh, Montreal and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and has won numerous awards, including two ARIA nominations for his live specials…

Akmal can be heard as the voice of Seth in the brand new Disney + animated movie – Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again.

Tickets are going to fly out the doors, so grab your friends and book your tickets today!

“Random, improvised and hilarious…” – www.crickey.com.au

“Not one wanted the shop to stop … he seemed to own the stage” – Sydney Morning Herald