Ammar Daba Launches New Arab Comedy Collective “Standout” in the Netherlands
2 november 2024
Ammar Daba, a member of the Anna Lindh Foundation and an experienced stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and actor, has recently launched a new Arab comedy collective called Standout. Through this initiative, he aims to put Arabic-language comedy on the map in the Netherlands and provide a platform for both established and emerging comedians.
Since its founding in September, Standout has made a strong start with several shows in Amsterdam and Eindhoven. Last month, the collective organised its first comedy workshop, from which seven new comedians graduated. These talents are now permanent members of the team and perform regularly.
Daba began his artistic career in 2002 with the television series Bread and Salt and has since gained international recognition. He has performed on major platforms such as Comedy Central and OSN, where he also had his own comedy special in 2019. Today, he performs throughout Europe, teaches stand-up comedy, and writes scripts for television and film.
With Standout, Ammar Daba is not only expanding the Arab comedy scene but also creating a community of comedians who aim to reach Dutch audiences through their humour and diverse perspectives. Keep an eye out for upcoming shows and workshops as this promising new comedy collective continues to grow!
