American comics used Saudi Arabia’s first global comedy festival to skewer a debate raging at home. Critics said the event was part of Saudi efforts to draw attention away from a political crackdown.

David Cross published a statement to his website condemning some of his "HEROES" for participating in the Riyadh Comedy Festival.

In a scathing open letter, Cross is the latest to criticize his fellow comedians for participating in the Riyadh Comedy Festival: "I am deeply disappointed in this whole gross thing. How can any of us ...

The comedian revealed on Threads that she turned down an offer to appear at the festival where Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, Bill Burr and Pete Davidson are set to perform.

Comedians are being criticized by their peers for participating in a Saudi comedy festival while speech is repressed.

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David Cross called out fellow stand-up comedians participating in Saudi Arabia's comedy festival, citing the kingdom's crimes against humanity and oppression.

Bill Burr has defended his decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival on his latest ‘Monday Morning Podcast.’ He admitted he was “nervous,” expecting hostility in Saudi Arabia. “I think I’m ...

Some of the world's biggest comedians have convened in Saudi Arabia for the Riyadh Comedy Festival — but not everyone is laughing.Participation by big names in the comedy world, including Dave ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Comedian and actor Donnell Rawlings is set to bring his Black & Mild Tour to Jacksonville. Rawlings, best known to many as “Ashy Larry” from Chappelle’s Show, will headline at The ...

Bill Burr has defended his decision to perform at the controversial Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia. On the latest episode of his podcast, the comedian gushed about his “great” experience in ...

The Riyadh Comedy Festival will feature performances from dozens of American comedians, but human rights groups and fellow comedians have slammed participants for ignoring human rights abuses.