Mikhail Shats New Show 2026 in Dubai

Mikhail Shats brings his new stand-up show to Dubai on Sunday 1 November 2026, performing at Meyana Theatre inside Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Known to his Russian-speaking audience as Михаил Шац, he arrives with a brand-new programme, and the evening is performed entirely in Russian. Doors open at 7:30pm and the show begins at 8pm.

The new programme is pitched as a live, honest and funny conversation about life, the times we live in and ourselves. The promise is sharp humour and warmth, with no unnecessary drama, which tells you a fair bit about the tone: this is comedy built on observation and conversation rather than shock value.

What the new programme is about

Rather than a set list of unrelated jokes, the show is framed as a conversation with the audience about three big subjects: life in general, the current moment and the way we see ourselves. Expect a comedian who talks with the room rather than at it, taking everyday situations and turning them over until the funny side shows.

Because it is new material, even long-time fans who have seen him before should find the stories and observations fresh. The organisers sum the evening up in three words: funny, genuine and memorable.

A Russian-language evening

The show is performed in Russian, and that matters for who will get the most out of it. Much of the humour in conversational stand-up sits in timing, wordplay and the small turns of phrase that do not survive translation. If you are bringing a friend who does not speak Russian, they may enjoy the atmosphere, but the jokes are written for Russian speakers.

For Dubai’s Russian-speaking community, it is a chance to see a familiar voice live, in a comfortable theatre setting, on a Sunday evening close to home.

Meyana Theatre at Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Meyana Theatre is the performance space inside Jumeirah Beach Hotel. A few house rules shape the evening, and they are worth knowing before you go:

• The bar opens an hour before the show. With doors at 7:30pm, that gives you time for a drink before you take your seat.
• Food and drink from the theatre bar only. You can eat and drink in the theatre, but only items bought at the theatre bar.
• No recording equipment. Professional cameras and audio or video recorders are not allowed.
• Latecomers may be admitted at the discretion of the duty manager, so being seated by 8pm is the safer plan.

Seats and tickets

Seats are chosen when you book, so you know exactly where you will sit before you arrive. The listing describes chosen seats as non-exchangeable and non-refundable, so check your group’s booking carefully. The same page also mentions that tickets can be passed to another fan if you cannot attend, so if your plans change, check the current terms with the seller. Your ticket must be shown for entry and is valid only for this date, time and event.

Who it suits

The show is for guests aged 16 and over, so it is an evening for adults and older teens rather than families with younger children. It suits Russian speakers who enjoy intelligent, conversational stand-up, fans who have followed Mikhail Shats for years and want to hear the new material live, and anyone looking for a relaxed Sunday night out at the theatre.

Getting to Jumeirah Beach Hotel

By car, take Sheikh Zayed Road to exit 39 towards Umm Suqeim Street, then follow the D63 Umm Suqeim Road ramp and continue along Umm Suqeim Street. By bus, route 8 runs from Ibn Battuta Bus Station to the Wild Wadi 1 stop, a short walk from the hotel. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are also easy options. The listing does not mention parking.

Looking for more laughs or a night at the theatre? Browse our comedy shows in Dubai, see what else is on stage in shows and theatre in Dubai, or check the full things to do in November guide and our wider things to do in Dubai page.