A pioneering movement since 2015 introducing the UAE to the deeply rooted Afro-House sound with the
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26/01/2024
Schalk Bezuidenhout ‘Keeping Up’ Comedy Night
Fri 26 Jan & Sat 27 Jan - Dubai
Newly married, Schalk feels older, wiser and much more mature (possibly), but all he wants is to stay "hip with the youth". Can he do it? Can he Keep Up? As seen on Netflix and Comedy Central.
'Fast-rising talent' -Guardian
'Definitely one to watch' -Evening Standard
'His joke telling is superb... pure and simple stand up, expertly performed' -Chortle
Brought to you by Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA
13/07/2023
Toro Toro Bar Dubai Marina, UAE Fridays 👌🏾
07/07/2023
Get ready for some laughter as we present South Africa's 2023 'Comic of the Year’, Robby Collins, live in Dubai & Abu Dhabi this weekend!
Known as the opening act for Trevor Noah’s & Dave Chappelle’s African Tours, in 2022 the Emmy Nominated writer dropped a Netflix special called ‘Only Jokes Allowed’ so we surely in for a night of unforgettable laughter with Robby Collins.
Don’t miss the chance to see one of the funniest people around!
Brought to you by HOUSEofAFRIKA & The Selfdrive Laughter Factory - Middle East
06/07/2023
Get ready for some laughter as we present South Africa's 2023 'Comic of the Year’, Robby Collins, live in Dubai & Abu Dhabi this July!
Known as the opening act for Trevor Noah’s & Dave Chappelle’s African Tours, in 2022 the Emmy Nominated writer dropped a Netflix special called ‘Only Jokes Allowed’. Robby Collins will surely bring us a night of unforgettable laughter!
Don’t miss the chance to see one of the funniest people around.👌🏾
23/06/2023
Good laughs at our Laughter Factory comedy series, bringing top South African comedians to the UAE.
Viva 🙌
23/06/2023
Hey Familia! Get ready for some laughter as we present South Africa's 2023 'Comic of the Year’, Robby Collins, live in Dubai & Abu Dhabi this July!
Known as the opening act for Trevor Noah’s & Dave Chappelle’s African Tours, in 2022 the Emmy Nominated writer dropped a Netflix special called ‘Only Jokes Allowed’ so we surely in for a night of unforgettable laughter with Robby Collins.
Don’t miss the chance to see one of the funniest people around!
Brought to you by HOUSEofAFRIKA & The Selfdrive Laughter Factory - Middle East
16/06/2023
South African 'Comic of the Year' Robby Collins is joining us in Dubai & Abu Dhabi on 7/8 July! More details to follow soon!
15/06/2023
South African 'Comic of the Year' Robby Collins is joining us in Dubai & Abu Dhabi on 7/8 July! More details to follow soon....
The Selfdrive Laughter Factory
10/05/2023
Following on from the sellout show with ‘Schalk Bezuidenhout’ & ‘Rob van Vuuren’, we bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Hope to see you all there for a “lag”! Lekka Mense.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
05/05/2023
Following on from the sellout show with ‘Schalk Bezuidenhout’ & ‘Rob van Vuuren’, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Hope to see you all there for a “lag”! Lekka Mense.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
04/05/2023
Following on from the sellout show with ‘Schalk Bezuidenhout’ & ‘Rob van Vuuren’, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Hope to see you all there for a “lag”! Lekka Mense.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
21/04/2023
Following on from the sellout show with Schalk Bezuidenhout & Rob van Vuuren, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA
05/04/2023
Following on from the sellout show with Schalk Bezuidenhout & Rob van Vuuren, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Town based 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA
24/03/2023
SA comedy legend, Rob van Vuuren brings his "Still Standing Show" to DXB on Sat, 25th March!
Rob is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, MC, director, writer and voice over artist. He is also ‘Twakkie’ from the cult comedy sensation ‘The Most Amazing Show’ with countless live shows and two enormously successful television seasons he co-wroted, produced and directed. Recipient of the ‘Comics Choice Breakthrough Act Award’ and 5 ‘Standard Bank Ovation Awards’ as well as many other accolades that have spanned a 20-year career that have taken him to stages all over the world.
Rob is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, MC, director, writer and voice over artist. He is also ‘Twakkie’ from the cult comedy sensation ‘The Most Amazing Show’ with countless live shows and two enormously successful television seasons he co-wroted, produced and directed. Recipient of the ‘Comics Choice Breakthrough Act Award’ and 5 ‘Standard Bank Ovation Awards’ as well as many other accolades that have spanned a 20-year career that have taken him to stages all over the world.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
06/03/2023
South African comedy legend, Rob van Vuuren brings his "Still Standing Show" to Dubai on Sat, 25th March!
- Event info: https://fb.me/e/FYLQlVPq
- Saturday 25th March – Movenpick JBR Dubai
- Tickets at AED 160 - Show starts 8:30pm
- Show tickets purchased via www.thelaughterfactory.com
- Call 050 871 7493 for more details.
Rob is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, MC, director, writer and voice over artist. He is also ‘Twakkie’ from the cult comedy sensation ‘The Most Amazing Show’ with countless live shows and two enormously successful television seasons he co-wroted, produced and directed. Recipient of the ‘Comics Choice Breakthrough Act Award’ and 5 ‘Standard Bank Ovation Awards’ as well as many other accolades that have spanned a 20-year career that have taken him to stages all over the world.
Brought to you by ' The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA
10/02/2023
Our new residency! 🎶
‘Fiesta Del Sol’ at Toro Toro, Grosvenor House, Dubai.
Join us every Friday night as we bring the HOUSEofAFRIKA and Latin infused house vibes down at ToroToro
Free Entry! 👌🏾🎶
Bring ‘em dancin’ shoes 🙌
12/01/2023
Hello Mense! SA Comedian, Schalk Bezuidenhout is coming to UAE, bringing his 'Feeling Good' show to Dubai & Abu Dhabi for the first time this January 2023!
Brought to you by HOUSEofAFRIKA & The Selfdrive Laughter Factory
05/08/2022
HoA DekOn8 Closing...
The final chapter of HOUSEofAFRIKA at Dekon8 2013 - 2016 with Schooly & Chaka all night.
18/07/2022
Some HOA mixes to keep you going...
Originating from Cape Town, SA, Charl is well-respected creative, artist, DJ and adventurer at heart, creating life experiences fueled by passion & love for music across the globe in London, USA, Ibiz
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Following on from the sellout show with ‘Schalk Bezuidenhout’ & ‘Rob van Vuuren’, we bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
Event info: https://fb.me/e/va1WfOrS
Sat, 13th May (8.30pm to 10.30pm)
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, DXB
Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/stuart-taylor-may-2023
Call 050 871 7493 for more info.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Hope to see you all there for a “lag”! Lekka Mense.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
Following on from the sellout show with ‘Schalk Bezuidenhout’ & ‘Rob van Vuuren’, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
Event info: https://fb.me/e/va1WfOrS
Sat, 13th May (8.30pm to 10.30pm)
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, DXB
Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/stuart-taylor-may-2023
Call 050 871 7493 for more info.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Hope to see you all there for a “lag”! Lekka Mense.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
Following on from the sellout show with Schalk Bezuidenhout & Rob van Vuuren, we are sticking with the South African comedy scene, bringing Cape Townian 'Stuart Taylor' as part of the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival.
- Event info: https://fb.me/e/va1WfOrS
- Sat, 13th May (8.30pm to 10.30pm)
- Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, DXB
- Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/stuart-taylor-may-2023
- Call 050 871 7493 for more info.
With a career in the entertainment industry that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor remains one of SA’s top comedy acts. He is one of the most loved entertainers in the business with his public success of his theatre shows opening the doors to him becoming the host of the hit SABC travel show, ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ in 2003, which ran for over seven seasons. Don’t miss the chance to see one of South Africa’s funniest people.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA
SA comedy legend, Rob van Vuuren brings his “Still Standing Show” to DXB on Sat, 25th March!
Rob is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, MC, director, writer and voice over artist. He is also ‘Twakkie’ from the cult comedy sensation ‘The Most Amazing Show’ with countless live shows and two enormously successful television seasons he co-wroted, produced and directed. Recipient of the ‘Comics Choice Breakthrough Act Award’ and 5 ‘Standard Bank Ovation Awards’ as well as many other accolades that have spanned a 20-year career that have taken him to stages all over the world.
- Info: https://fb.me/e/FYLQlVPq
- Sat, 25th March, Movenpick JBR Dubai
- Tix: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/the-selfdrive-laughter-factory-rob-van-vuuren
Brought to you by the Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
South African comedy legend, Rob van Vuuren brings his ‘Still Standing Show’ to Dubai on Sat, 25th March!
- Event info: https://fb.me/e/FYLQlVPq
- Sat, 25th March, Movenpick JBR Dubai
- Tickets at AED 160 - Show starts 8:30pm
- Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/the-selfdrive-laughter-factory-rob-van-vuuren
- Call 050 871 7493 for more details.
Rob is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, MC, director, writer and voice over artist. He is also ‘Twakkie’ from the cult comedy sensation ‘The Most Amazing Show’ with countless live shows and two enormously successful television seasons he co-wroted, produced and directed. Recipient of the ‘Comics Choice Breakthrough Act Award’ and 5 ‘Standard Bank Ovation Awards’ as well as many other accolades that have spanned a 20-year career that have taken him to stages all over the world.
Brought to you by The Selfdrive Laughter Factory & HOUSEofAFRIKA.
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HOUSEofAFRIKA are the founders of the Afro-tinged House Music sound in the UAE. Originally held at the now legendary Friday nights at The Dekon8, Media One Hotel, the night attracted a dedicated energetic & colorful crowd with a inviting house music policy that resonated with people who were looking for connection and unity in that ‘deep afro house sound’.
With regular acts such as Black Coffee, Goldfish, Culoe De Song, Mi Casa, Black Motion, Osunlade, Boddhi Satva, Crazy White Boy, JoJo Flores (Therapy, Montreal) & Atjazz at their weekly residency, they got awarded the ‘Highly Recommended Club Night’ in the TimeOut Nightlife Awards & Top 3 Club Nights of What’s On Award in 2014 alongside being shortlisted as 'Best House Night' by TimeOut & Hype Magazine in 2015 - 2016.
From there HOUSEofAFRIKA expanded onto various other projects: HOUSEofAFRIKA DOHA, a monthly night in Doha as well as hosting several Comedy Jam’s & 'Live Sessions with bands Prime Circle, Jeremy Loops, Jack Parow, Arno Carsten, Mendoza & Francois van Coke. HOUSEofAFRIKA is also the brain child behind the #BraaiDayDXB concept, inviting South Africa’s Rainbow Nation to enjoy a day of “Braaing” aka grilling at Emirates Golf Club. Since then #BraaiDayDXB has grown to 'TheBig BBQ Social', inviting all nationalities from around the world top experience the family fun day of music, kids entertainment & more.
In 2018 HoA branched out to ‘SUNRISERS’. An early morning event from 6am-9am that includes music, movement & art in the shape of starting your morning with meditation, moving on the yoga, exercise, art & fun & more.
Most recently HOA has been taking it easy, only hosting MoBlack from MoBlack records in conjunction with Vibe Series in 2019, however watch out for 2020 as HOA launched its new monthly residency at ToroToro!
