The most successful play in UAE is back after two sold out runs ONE LAST TIME LIVE! Try thinking of how it would be to see “Life in Dubai” played out on stage. The same people, the same problems, the same context, and the same amazing stories – all with a dash of comedy! Tall Tales Productions is proud to bring to you an original comedy “Just Like That” (JLT) which is based in JLT in Dubai. The play was first staged in April 2018, and then in April 2019, to sold out shows and received a lot of love and warmth from the audiences. Thus, due to popular demand the show is coming back one last time live and will perform two shows on the 8th AND 10th of July 2021 at The Theatre in Mall of the Emirates. This multi-award-winning show is set to enthrall audiences and give them a glimpse of their own lives on stage.

There is an Emirati writer, a British businessman, a European entrepreneur, a Lebanese airhostess, a south- Indian security guard, and an Indian or Pakistani Investment Banker (you will be guessing the entire play which country he comes from). Mix these up and viola – you have a floor in JLT! All different people, all different nationalities, yet they come together in Dubai, to end up living on the same floor! What unfolds is a clash of perspectives, culture, beliefs, and way of life! Audiences will have a chance to laugh, cry, be shocked, and just enjoy the Amazing story of Modern Dubai!

Priyanka Johri the director says, “Very rarely as a director do you come across a script that you can repeat on stage thrice with it still being just as enjoyable to you, your cast and your audiences! Humbled and overwhelmed by the response the play has received and this is the first local production to have a ROUND THREE!  Already knowing the love and warmth received, a director’s job is to make sure that the originality and authenticity is still maintained even now for people coming to watch it because of the previous reviews, or one more time because they enjoyed it that much! Getting your cast to deliver the play like it’s the first time around, with new feedback and character development, without letting the prior responses and reactions affect you is the biggest challenge, even with such a fantastic cast! With an original script like this one, the foundation remains the same, but the jokes and references get updated keeping the script fresh and relatable to its time (post pandemic).”

“We received a lot of love on our last two outings”, says Asad Raza Khan, who is the writer, producer, and actor in the play. “It was our most well-received production and the awards were just a cherry on top. The cast and crew brought our script to life making it a story which was relatable to everyone who came to see the production. We are proud of this home-grown production which can ONLY be seen in this great city featuring the best of best of Dubai’s entertainment industry! That is what our objective has been for some time now, to bring original and unique plays (like Dubai is) to ensure that we present something new to people, as well as build the local “cultural” depth of the city. Being a story of multi-cultural people living in Dubai, the objective is to bring people closer! We have just passed through a very testing time and would like to give back to the people by giving them a reason to laugh and be entertained in a time when we desperately need it! Live entertainment is back baby, and we have the local government to thank for it! We are paying tribute to “Hamilton” and “Rowan Atkinson” in the production.” Asad has won multiple awards both locally and internationally, has starred in Bollywood productions, web-series, and television apart from theater.

Manju Ramanan, co-writer of play mentions, “Just Like That we have completed four years. What started out as a vigorous brain storming session on various experiences over gallons of coffee has materialized into this pun and fun filled play that laughs with you and not at you. A hugely gratifying experience writing it with the very talented Asad Raza Khan. We laughed a lot and enhanced each character with love and indulgence. Sarcasm, wit, humor, quirks, parodist – it is all there just like that!”

Christina Papachristou, a talented Greek actress living in Dubai, is happy to play the character of ANNA for a third time. “I’m thrilled to be part of such a dynamic and diverse crew of actors bringing to life a delightfully funny and relatable Dubai story on stage. I cannot wait to bring this to the audiences here and be part of this exciting journey with them! I have been there since the start, and have loved every moment of it”

Eric Dury, who plays the British Businessman Steve says “When we started this journey a few years ago, we had no idea what we were getting ourselves into. I just wanted to work with two of my colleagues, Asad Khan (Actor) and Priyanka (director) so I said yes to the production. Now 4 years down, and almost 10 sold out shows later, we are still going strong! Not only was it a positive experience professionally, but also personally: There was a genuine warmth among the group members…And now we get the opportunity to do it again one last time in a time when we all need it!”. Eric has won multiple best actor awards in the city over the past few years and is considered one of the finest actors in town.

Imah Dumagay, a well-known comedian and actress in Dubai, is excited to be part of the production. “Truly thrilled to be a part of the glorious bunch of talents in the final live performance of this hilarious, and brilliantly written home-grown play.”

The shows in Dubai will be performed on the 8th and 10th of July 2021 at The Theatre in Mall of the Emirates. They will one show at 7 30 pm each day. All COVID restrictions will be followed to ensure the safety of the audience and vaccination card need not be shown to attend this event. Tickets are available online at www.Platinumlist.net and Bookmyshow UAE.starting at 85 AED.