“Amer exudes a sense of authenticity…”
The New York Times
“…a truly original voice in comedy today”
Laugh Factory
Trailblazing comedian Mo Amer brings his sharp, deeply-personal stand-up to Durham to help kick off the Duke Arts Presents season. Known for his acclaimed series MO and three stand-up specials on Netflix, Amer has built a global following with comedy that blends personal storytelling, cultural insight, and fearless humor.
Drawing from his experiences as a Palestinian-American, immigrant, husband, and father, Amer’s comedy moves effortlessly between the personal and political with warmth and candor. His series MO earned a rare 100% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and a Peabody Award, while his standup has taken him to stages in more than 40 countries. Expect a night of smart, surprising, and deeply human comedy in this can’t-miss event.
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Page Auditorium
402 Chapel Drive
Durham, NC 27708
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Venue DetailsApproximately 70 minutes
Limited late seating available
Tickets available starting at $35. Student tickets always $10.
Comedian, Writer, and Actor
Mohammed “Mo” Amer is an award-winning comedian, writer, actor, director, and producer best known as the creator and star of the Peabody-winning Netflix series “MO,” inspired by his experiences as a Palestinian refugee seeking asylum while growing up in Texas. “MO” was certified fresh by Rotten Tomatoes with a rare 100% from critics and was named one of the best shows in 2022 and 2025 by The New York Times and NY Magazine. The series also garnered Amer a Gotham Award, AFI Honors, and a Television Academy Honor. A globally touring stand-up comedian who has performed in more than 50 countries, Amer has released three acclaimed Netflix comedy specials: “Mo Amer: The Vagabond,” “Mo Amer: Mohammed in Texas,” and “Mo Amer: Wild World.” Born in Kuwait to Palestinian parents and raised in Houston after fleeing the Gulf War, Amer’s work is celebrated for blending sharp humor with deeply personal storytelling about identity, displacement, and belonging. Additional credits include “Black Adam”, Hulu’s “Ramy,” and Apple’s upcoming Season 2 of Bad Monkey.
This event is part of We the People: A Duke & Durham Initiative
Pick-4 Packages Available Now! Save 20% when you book four or more shows.
Single Tickets Available Tuesday, June 23 at 11 AM.
Please note: For online orders, seats are automatically chosen based on best availability. To choose specific seats or price levels, please call the Box Office at 919-684-4444.
Tier 1: $55
Tier 2: $45
Tier 3: $35
Students*: $10 (Log in through Shibboleth to access Duke-exclusive discounts)
Duke Employees: 25% Off (Log in through Shibboleth to access Duke-exclusive discounts)
*All high school and college students are eligible for student tickets with valid ID shown at event.
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