Paul Smith at Etihad Arena

Enjoy Paul Smith’s raw, fearless comedy packed with sharp observations, wild stories, and big laughs.

Paul Smith brings his record-breaking stand-up show, HAPPY, to Abu Dhabi Comedy Season at Etihad Arena on Yas Island for the first time, giving UAE audiences the chance to catch him live.

Known for his quick crowd work, sharp observations and stories inspired by real life, Paul has a knack for finding the funny side of situations everyone can relate to. With the audience playing a big part in the show, no two moments are quite the same.

Expect unexpected exchanges, everyday chaos and plenty of laughs as Paul works the room and turns whatever happens into comedy. Fast-paced, spontaneous and brilliantly unpredictable, HAPPY is a show that comes alive in front of an audience.

Presented by Live Nation Middle East.

Event Policies

• Venue doors open 1 hour before the show • All guests must be 16 years+ and require a valid ticket. • Below 16 years old are not allowed. • Guests between 16 - 20 years must be accompanied by a 21years+ adult • Strictly no readmission. • Bags larger than 30x30x15 are not permitted; no storage or cloakroom facilities are available. • Photography or videography is not permitted at any time during the performance, including the use of phones. • All ticket sales are final. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable, and are for your personal use only. • This e-ticket should always be kept with you and produced upon request by Arena staff. • Validation of the ticket holder’s identity may be requested at the Gate. This could take the form of a valid photo ID & the credit card used for purchase. • In case of cancellation or postponement of the event, the refund of this e-ticket is subject to the terms and conditions of the event organizer. • Disorderly conduct, noncompliance with security measures, violation of any rules, policies, or regulations, or unauthorized use of this ticket may result in denial of admission or removal of the ticketholder from Etihad Arena. • Strollers will not be permitted into the venue; however, stroller parks will be available. All personal items are left strictly at the owner's risk with no venue liability. • Attendees are required to behave in accordance with the UAE's traditions and culture. • No flags of any kind including country flags. • E-tickets will be scanned at turnstyle entry. Please make sure tickets are downloaded onto mobile devices • Contactless payments only are accepted throughout the venue. • This e-ticket is subject to the terms & conditions listed on etihadarena.ae. • Access is available for those with a

Terms and conditions

• No re-entry: The ticket grants a one-time entry into the Etihad Arena, with no right of re-entry. • No refund, no transfer: All ticket sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable, and are for your personal use only. We can confiscate a ticket if you resell it or attempt to resell it at a price above face value. • The management reserves the right to make any necessary changes to these terms and conditions without prior notice. • Unauthorized resellers: The Arena reserves the right to cancel any tickets bought from unauthorized resellers through Viagogo, Dubizzle, or any other reseller. • In case of cancellation or postponement of the event, the refund of this e-ticket is subject to the terms & conditions of the event organizer. • No admission: Disorderly conduct, noncompliance with security measures, violation of any rules, policies, or regulations, or unauthorized use of this ticket may result in denial of admission or removal of ticketholder from Etihad Arena and/or prosecution, as determined in the sole discretion of Etihad Arena, their representatives, affiliates and/or agents or law enforcement.

Gadget-Free Event

• Use of phones, smart watches, smart Glasses, ear pods, cameras, and smart accessories will not be permitted in the performance space. • Upon arrival at the venue, after you have scanned your tickets, please put your phones on silent. All phones and smart accessories will be secured in individual JAYB pouches at the security check-in. • Guests always maintain possession of their devices and can access them at designated JAYB Phone Use Areas within the venue. All devices must be resecured in pouches before exiting designated JAYB Phone Use Areas. • Photography or videography is not permitted at any time during the event. • Anyone seen using a device (phone, smartwatch, smart Glasses, or accessories) during the performance will be escorted out of the venue.

How to get there

By car: The arena is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, and can be accessed via major highways and roads. If you are coming from downtown Abu Dhabi, you can take Sheikh Zayed Road and follow the signs to the arena. By public transportation: Etihad Arena is easily accessible by bus. The nearest bus station would be Al Matar Al Qadeem bus stop, which is located approximately 800 meters away. By taxi: You can also take a taxi to Etihad Arena. It's a famous destination and most drivers would be familiar with its location.