Dave Chappelle to Perform in Kenya on 29 May, Tickets Sold Out in Minutes

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• Dave Chappelle will perform in Kenya on Wednesday, May 29, at the Louis Leakey Auditorium, with tickets selling out rapidly.

• The show will enforce a strict no-phone policy, with attendees required to secure their phones in Yondr pouches to ensure a distraction-free experience.

Celebrated American comedian Dave Chappelle is set to perform in Kenya this week, with a highly anticipated show scheduled for Wednesday, May 29. 

Details of the event were shared on the social media pages of the stand-up comedy collective Punchline Nairobi, and tickets sold out within minutes.

Chappelle’s performance will take place at the Louis Leakey Auditorium in the National Museum of Kenya. 

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Gates will open at 7 pm, and the show will commence at 8 pm. Tickets for this event were priced at Sh 7000. In a strict policy by the organizers, no phones will be allowed during the show.

Upon arrival, all phones and smartwatches will be secured in Yondr pouches, which will be unlocked at the end of the show. 

Guests will maintain possession of their phones throughout the night and can access them at designated Yondr unlocking stations in the lobby if needed. 

Punchline Comedy Club emphasized, “Anyone caught with a cellphone in the venue will be immediately ejected. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.”

Chappelle is known for enforcing a no-phone policy during his shows to protect his work and prevent unauthorized recording and distribution of his material. 

Forbes Magazine reports that such regulations help avoid distractions, copyright violations, and misuse of content, leading to better performances and enhanced comedy development.

Starting his stand-up comedy career at just 14, Chappelle moved to New York City after college to pursue comedy full-time. 

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While he has had acting roles on TV, the stand-up stage is where he truly excels. He is renowned for his unfiltered and humorous takes on everyday life, often addressing race and societal issues with no holds barred.