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Mohamed Helmy brings Plus One to Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday 24 November 2026. Doors open at 19:30 and the performance begins at 20:30, a distinction worth preserving when planning arrival. The venue lists a 60-minute Arabic-language show, while the admission arrangements include phone pouches and age conditions that should be checked before purchasing tickets.
A new special, not an assumed repeat
The official billing describes Plus One as a new special, with the synopsis placing its comedy around life, relationships and everyday observations. That description identifies the show being sold without promising a particular sequence of stories or audience interactions. It should not be confused with a previous Helmy event simply because the same comedian appears in promotional photographs. Arabic is the stated performance language, so the language of a ticketing page or this guide does not imply translation, subtitles or an alternative-language performance. No such service is confirmed in the checked listing.
Age rules and the published ticket categories
Admission is for ages 12 and over; attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged at least 21. The detailed category list runs from Bronze at AED175 to Royal at AED550, including VAT, with several intermediate categories. These are published prices rather than a live inventory statement. Check the final selected seat and charges before paying. The arena also specifies contactless payments and a maximum bag size of 30 by 30 by 15 centimetres, with no cloakroom. A larger bag can therefore create a practical problem before the performance begins.
Plan for an hour between doors and the show
The arena is on Yas Drive, Yas Island. Use the 19:30 doors time to allow for ticket checks and the phone-free procedure before the 20:30 start. Restricted devices, including phones and smartwatches, are secured in pouches that remain with their owners. Designated phone-use areas are provided, and devices must be secured again before returning to the performance space. Re-entry to the venue is not permitted, so an outside errand is not a reliable workaround. Arrange accessible seating or assistance in advance rather than waiting until the entrance checks.
