Dave Chappelle sparks backlash after saying it’s ‘easier’ to be a comedian in Saudi Arabia than in America

Dave Chappelle joined fellow comedians Kevin Hart, Chris Tucker, Wayne Brady, Hannibal Buress and more during the Riyadh ...

American comedians at Saudi festival draw backlash from human rights groups

The Riyadh Comedy Festival’s critics say that high-profile American comics are lending legitimacy to a government that represses dissent, jails activists and restricts free speech.

'Going from teacher to comedian is not that big a leap'

Going from the classroom to the stage is "not that big a leap", according to one woman taking part in this year's Birmingham ...

Legendary comedian says that ‘it’s easier to talk’ in Saudia Arabia than the U.S.

He later commented that was nervous to go back to the U.S. because “they’re going to do something to me so that I can’t say ...

Dave Chappelle Criticizes Free Speech in America at Saudi Arabia Comedy Festival

"It’s easier to talk here than it is in America," the comedian told an audience at the Riyadh Comedy Festival.

Bill Burr Defends Riyadh Comedy Festival Gig Amid Backlash: ‘Definitely Top Three Experiences I’ve Had’

Bill Burr defended his appearance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival amid the backlash from fellow comedians and human rights ...

Bill Burr defends controversial Saudi Arabia comedy festival gig

Comedian Bill Burr is showing no remorse for performing at a controversial comedy festival in Saudi Arabia. The Emmy- and ...

Lesbian Stand-Up Comedian Jessica Kirson Expresses "Sincere Regret" for Riyadh Comedy Festival Performance

Though she requested a guarantee that she could be "openly out as a lesbian on stage and perform gay material," Kirson is ...