Omid Djalili’s The Good Times Tour: A Global Celebration of Comedy, Culture, and Resilience
Omid Djalili is an award-winning British-Iranian actor and comedian who will be streaming his “The Good Times Tour” globally on the DRIIFT platform.
The exclusive global stream coincides with Nowruz, the Persian New Year, on 20th March 2024.
After experimenting with a Zoom gig and a drive-in gig during the pandemic, Djalili returns to the stage to bring back the Good Times.
The tour was recorded in front of a sold-out live audience at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London.
Djalili’s performances are known for their energy, passion, and entertainment, ranging from provocative to silly content.
He has received critical acclaim for his stand-up shows, being a favorite at the Edinburgh Festival and winning several awards, including the Time Out Award for Best Stand Up.
Djalili’s work spans Hollywood, television, and the West End Stage, with notable roles in “The Infidel” and as Fagin in “Oliver!” and Reb Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof.”
He recently starred in the award-winning movie “Journey To Bethlehem” and in the highly acclaimed series “The Change” on Channel 4.
Djalili also hosted two series of “Winning Combination” on ITV1.
The global stream of “The Good Times Tour” will premiere at 8.00pm London-time (GMT) on 20th March 2024, and will be available on demand for four days.
Tickets for the stream grant access to both the premiere and the entire on-demand period.
DRIIFT, the platform hosting the stream, is a leader in livestream and e-commerce, having sold over 1 million tickets in more than 190 countries.
Djalili’s humor is described as a hilarious combination of music, jokes, and political satire, making audiences smile throughout the performance.
The Daily Record highlights Djalili’s unique ability to joke about typically off-limits subjects thanks to his lived-in quality as an Iranian British comedian.
Critics have praised the tour as both funny and extremely moving, with the Belfast Telegraph noting its emotional impact.
“The Good Times Tour” addresses Djalili’s pandemic experiences, including unique gigs like being muted by 639 people during a Zoom performance.
Djalili’s “The Good Times Tour” aims to bring cheer and energy back to audiences, demonstrating his status as a beloved figure in the comedy and acting world.
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