Stand-up comedians tell the truth — just louder and funnier. One personality who made this thing global is Dave Chappelle. At 52 years old, he remains one of the most iconic and provocative voices in modern comedy. He’s well-known for his talent for combining humor with hard truths. Also, his comedy specials draw huge audiences both on screen and on stage. With that said, here is everything you need to know about the Dave Chappelle comedy specials, where to watch, and when to catch him live this year.

The Dave Chappelle Comedy Specials

According to ScreenRant and IMDb, here is the list of Chappelle’s solo comedy specials:

• Killin’ Them Softly (2000)

For his full-length special, Chappelle explored the unspoken race divide.

• For What It’s Worth (2004)

His second special leans into social matters and cultural quirks.

Dave returns to talk about race, OJ Simpson, and technology.

• Deep In The Heart Of Texas (2017)

He explained his thoughts on celebrity scandals, charged run-ins, and fatherhood.

Dave talked about the dilemmas in his career.

• The Bird Revelation (2017)

A final special in 2017 tackled sexual assaults and the Me Too movement.

He goes full throttle on celebrity scandals, drugs, and the gun community.

Dave shares his take on racial injustice and the death of George Floyd.

Chappelle wanted to get a few things off his chest and defend past jokes.

His most recent showcase — presenting a laidback and no-filter comedy special.

Where to watch Dave Chappelle’s Comedy Specials

Most of Chappelle’s comedy specials are exclusive to Netflix. This requires a subscription. If you want a free alternative, you can check out his videos on YouTube via Comedy Central and Netflix Is a Joke channels.

Dave Chappelle’s Upcoming Tour Dates

Based on TicketMaster, here is the complete list of his upcoming shows:

• June 27 (Friday, 8 PM) at Abu Dhabi, AE | Etihad Arena, Yas Bay
• July 02 (Wednesday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• July 03 (Thursday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• July 05 (Saturday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• July 20 (Sunday, 8 PM) at Praha 1, CZ | Divadlo Hybernia
• July 22 (Tuesday, 8 PM) at Vienna, AT | Raiffeisen Halle im Gasometer
• August 14 (Thursday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 15 (Friday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 16 (Saturday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 21 (Thursday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 22 (Friday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 23 (Saturday, 8 PM) at Yellow Springs, OH | Wirrig Pavilion
• August 27 (Friday, 8 PM) at Abu Dhabi, AE | Etihad Arena, Yas Bay

The Punchline

Whether you’re revisiting his iconic special or catching him live, Dave continues to push the boundaries of comedy. Stay tuned to the US and international Dave Chappelle comedy specials.