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SUMMARY:Candlelight: From Mozart to Chopin
DESCRIPTION:Aldo Dotti plays a 65 minute programme of piano favourites\, outdoors at the Jumeriah Al Qasr’s Céleste poolside restuarant. The programme: \nMozart: Rondo alla Turca from Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major\, K 331\nMozart: Piano Sonata No. 12 in F Major\, K.332 – I. Allegro\nMozart: “Queen of the Night” Aria (Der Hölle Rache) from The Magic Flute\, K.620\nBeethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor\, Op.67 – I. Allegro con brio\nBeethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor\, Op.27 No.2 (“Moonlight Sonata”) – I. Adagio sostenuto\nBeethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor\, Op.13 (“Pathétique”) – III. Rondo: Allegro\nLiszt: Liebestraum No. 3 in A-flat Major\, S.541\nChopin: Nocturne in E-flat Major\, Op.9 No.2\nChopin: Waltz in C-sharp Minor\, Op.64 No.2\nChopin: Scherzo in B-flat Minor\, Op.31 No.2 \nThe ticket includes a 20% discount on several of the hotel’s bars and restaurants on the same day; and for AED 530 you can include a three-course dinner at Pierchic too\, which itself is a pretty romantic location …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/candlelight-from-mozart-to-chopin-2/
LOCATION:Jumeirah Al Qasr\, Madinat Jumeirah\, Umm Suqeim\, Dubai
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250412
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SUMMARY:Bluewaters Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural Bluewaters Art Festival runs 4pm to midnight from 12 to 20 April\, featuring a theme (“Re:Connect”) and “designed to transform the island into a vibrant open-air gallery”. Expect murals\,  installations\, large-scale inflatable art\, outdoor sculptures\, and indoor exhibits via collaborations with Firetti Gallery\, Studio 13 and Kanvas Room\, plus live music\, art talks and hands-on workshops (mainlky for kids). \nThere’s a schedule on the website\, but for real-time info follow @BluewatersDubai on Instagram.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/bluewaters-art-festival/
LOCATION:Bluewaters\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260427T060117
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SUMMARY:World Art Dubai 2025
DESCRIPTION:World Art Dubai is back for its eleventh edition\, with more than 10\,000 artworks from 400+ galleries and individual artists who come from more than 65 different countries. WAD has grown out of its early days as a simple lo-fi affordable art fair into a bustling\, buzzy four days. It still majors on the affordable art of the title (prices from $100\, we’re told); and since there’s no jury to oversee applications\, it’s likely to be variable in quality. But then that’s all part of the vibe …  There’s a full schedule of extras like live painting\, talks\, demos\, workshops\, and more: check out the programme here. \nWAD is open 1pm to 9pm. As well as the one-day one-adult ticket at AED 30 and a four-day pass for AED 50\, there’s reduced-price entry for kids aged 12-18 and family tickets at AED 60 (two adults one child) and AED 70 (two adults\, two children). All of these represent a modest but noticeable increase on 2024 prices …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/world-art-dubai-2025/
LOCATION:Dubai World Trade Centre\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art/design fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
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SUMMARY:April Acts 2025: to carry new formations
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural edition of April Acts\, a weekend initiative expanding on the curatorial framework of Sharjah Biennial 16 and held across various  SB16 venues\, has the title to carry new formations – an extesion of SB16’s theme\, to carry. The April Acts programme “endeavours to build constellations of gathering and dialogue across multiple positions\, societal experiences and ongoing transitions … How can we reimagine and critically investigate our current situations or positions to construct and manifest new approaches to resistance\, reciprocity\, communal networks and life-enabling systems and structures?” \nThrough guided walks\, panel discussions\, artist talks\, participatory workshops\, film screenings and live music\, April Acts aims to create “a polyphonous space that invites multiple perspectives to co-exist and thrive”. Among the offerings are a listening session with Singing Wells; self-publishing workshops using several printing techniques such as Risograph\, including one led by Bhumika Saraswati and Siddhesh Gautam (founders of the magazine All That Blue); discussions with artists such as Brian Martin\, Yhonnie Scarce and Megan Cope; and a screening of First Horse (2024) by Awanui Simich-Pene. \nBaşak Günak\, Berke Can Özcan\, Sandy Chamun and Hauptmeier I Recker will collaborate in a performance based on their sound installation in the Biennial; Koleka Putuma will offer a performance titled WATER (reprise); and there will also be a series of performances based on the SB16 work He Kōrero Pūrākau mō te Awanui o te Motu: Story of a New Zealand river (2011). \nIt’s free\, but pre-register via this link. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/april-acts-2025-to-carry-new-formations/
LOCATION:vrs SB16 locations\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Art,Biennial,Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
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SUMMARY:Art Dubai 2025
DESCRIPTION:Art Dubai’s core gallery programme will feature over 120 participants across four sections as befire: Contemporary\, Modern\, Bawwaba (featuring exclusively new work) and Art Dubai Digital. Works on sale are included in the excellent online catalogue for browsing. \n\n\n\nAway from the commercial side the programme includes a series of site-specific works and interventions\, including performances at the fair by Mexican artist Héctor Zamora and an installation by New York-based artist Ania Soliman plus an ambitious new digital installation by Mohammed Kazem\, commissioned by Julius Baer. Alia Zaal Lootah  has curated a selection of Dubai Collection works under the title ‘Encounters’. \nThere’s the always-excellent Global Art Forum (the theme this year is ‘The New New Normal’) and the second edition of Art Dubai Digital’s Digital Summit. The Art Dubai Modern Talks programme is back too\, a series supporting “Art Dubai’s commitment to scholarship and unexplored art histories” that usually delivers some good isnights; also worth catching will be the Conversations with Artists strand of generally informal chats. \nAnd at the end of each day there’s music and dancing at The Art Bar on Fort Island – under the label Art Dubai After Dark\, we’re prmised “some of the best up-and-coming DJs from around the world and locally\, delivering great vibes throughout the night”. \nArt Dubai takes place at Madinat Jumeirah from 18 to 20 April\, 2-9 pm (midday to 6pm on 20 March). There are also invitation-only previews on 16 and 17 April. A one-day ticket is AED 100\, a three-day pass is AED 200; you can buy tickets at the site\, but it makes sense to pre-purchase via the Art Dubai app or Platinumlist.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/art-dubai-2025/
LOCATION:Madinat Jumeirah\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art/design fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260427T060117
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SUMMARY:Abdullah Al Othman: Structural Syntax
DESCRIPTION:The Saudi artist has long been developing a highly characteristic visual language rooted in the Arabian urban landscapes\, architecture\, and linguistic history. In his work\, In his monumental installations and sculptures Al Othman reflects on the layers of history embedded in the urban fabric – especially of his native Riyadh. As the artist says\, “Every corner has its own handmade and craft details\, every street has its own story that was told without words\, but with visual and architectural symbols … Architectural and linguistic identity has always been a source of inspiration and a special passion for me. It is not just a reflection of a place but a living image of people’s history\, interactions\, dreams\, memories\, and obsessions.” \nStructural Syntax\, Al Othman’s first solo show in the UAE\, transforms the gallery into an immersive space with pieces that use this visual language to deconstruct traditional systems of meaning\, “offering works that challenge perceptions of the way we interact with the built environment\, culture\, and the spaces we inhabit”. For instance\, Untitled (Al Maktoum) references Dubai’s Al Maktoum Bridge from 1963\, one of the earliest symbols of Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum’s plans to shape a forward-thinking metropolis; Al Othman’s work suggests how infrastructure can become symbolic of a city’s evolving identity. The speed\, rhythms and restless energy of citiews like Riyadh are captured in Untitled (Light and Language)\, a metal panneau crafted from neon tubes \nSays the gallery: “Al Othman’s work reflects his broader interest in the relationship between language and form\, exploring how visual elements can act as a mean of communication\, transcending the limits of spoken or written words. As part of this exhibition\, he encourages the audience to decode the language of structure\, inviting to engage with each piece as both an intellectual and emotional experience”. \nTo 27 June. \nAbove: Abdullah Al Othman\, Anticipation (2025)
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/abdullah-al-othman-structural-syntax/
LOCATION:Iris Projects\, Studio 20\, Madar 39\, MiZa\, Port Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
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SUMMARY:The Little Mermaid
DESCRIPTION:H2 productions and the Dubai Panto team return to Jumeirah Beach Hotel with their unique adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s well-loved tale of the mermaid who yearns for a life above the waves – only to be ensnared by the wicked sea witch Hysteria\, who steals her voice in exchange for the chance to pursue true love with the charming Prince Frederick. \nThere are shows at 10.30am and 2.30pm\, repeated on 20 April.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-little-mermaid/
LOCATION:Jumeirah Beach Hotel\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Musical
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T170000
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SUMMARY:Mayar Obeido: Ever in Reform
DESCRIPTION:Fann À Porter’s second solo exhibition for Syrian artist Mayar Obeido features his signature reconfigured table\, presented as an independent element for the first time in his practice\, with an accompanying series of black ink and coloured paper studies. \nWhile his previous work was embedded with themes of time\, context\, and the mutual influence of elements\, this series introduces a focus towards place\, location\, and grounding. The artist navigates a state of shifting environments and fragmentation\, where borders and limits are suddenly flexible\, reflecting the inherent tension between stability and transformation. Through his process\, Obeido found that the table progressively transformed like a frame-by-frame animated sequence\, constantly shapeshifting. In some studies\, the table legs take the form of his characters’ hands; in others\, the table asserts itself as a distinct entity. \nTo 24 May. \nAbove: Mayar Obeido\, Untitled (2025)
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/mayar-obeido-ever-in-reform/
LOCATION:Fann à Porter\, The Workshop\, Villa 45\, St. 23b\, off Al Wasl Road (opposite Box Park)\, Jumeirah 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T190000
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SUMMARY:Reconnection Through Art – a panel on Creativity\, Nature & Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:A Bluewaters Art Festival discussion organised by Firetti Contemporary and featuring the gallery’s curator (and founder) Mara Firetti alongside artist and architect Sawsan Al Bahar; Lina Mikati\, art collector and founding member of The Art Circle; Rassil Ghazzaoui\, a clinical psychologist with a focus on healing through art; and Dina Storey\, CEO of Optimum Green Ventures. We’re promised “a powerful and timely conversation exploring how art helps us reconnect – with ourselves\, with nature\, and with one another … Through thoughtful dialogue\, we’ll delve into how artists\, collectors\, and institutions can work together to promote ecological awareness and emotional well-being through art”.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/reconnection-through-art-a-panel-on-creativity-nature-sustainability/
LOCATION:Bluewaters Island\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T060117
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SUMMARY:Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial: FLEX* by Load na Dito
DESCRIPTION:FLEX* is a talking and listening game created by Manila-based curatorial and research initiative Load na Dito; participants explore the meaning of words based on personal experiences while moulding clay. Inspired by the city’s ubiquitous gift shops\, the accompanying installation will feature your colourful clay forms that record participants’ hand gestures during the game. \nThe location is here\, on Hamdan bin Mohammed Street opposite the Cultural Foundation. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/flex/2025-04-19/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T210000
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SUMMARY:SAT Research Initiative – Living Continuity: Urban Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Sharhah Arcitecure Triennial’s Living Continuity: Urban Workshop Series brings together artists\, researchers\, and writers whose practices are deeply rooted in lived experiences to explore “our role as urban actors within the layered histories and evolving ecologies of a neighborhood”. This second installment has the title ‘Immersive Methods: tracing and foregrounding past-present ecologies’ – “documenting material traces\, collecting objects\, and uncovering emerging narratives … through discussions and self-guided observations” – and will be led by anthropologist Neha Vora and artist Richi Bhatia. \nView the full programme and schedule here. This workshop is free to attend\, but seats are limited.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/sat-research-initiative-living-continuity-urban-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Old Al Jubail Vegetable Market\, 8 Bujair Bin Abi Bujair St\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Urbanism,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T210000
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SUMMARY:Une part manquante | A Missing Part: dir Guillaume Senez (2024)
DESCRIPTION:Belgian filmmaker Guillaume Senez has always been fascinated with personal responsibility and family dynamics. His latest film\, which premiered at last autumn’s Toronto Film Festival\, fits the mould; it tells the story of a father’s struggle to reconnect with his estranged daughter in a place that doesn’t take too kindly to foreigners like him. Working as a driver for a private car service in Tokyo\, French expat Jay has never been able to get custody of his daughter Lily; for nine years he has used his occupation to travel the length and breadth of Tokyo in his cab\, looking for his daughter … Just when he decides to give up and move back to France\, a chance encounter opens up the possibility that he might actually find with his daughter. \nThis screening\, which is in French with English subtitles\, is part of SUAD’s Francofilm Festival– a series of five films showing on consecutive nights between 19 and 23 April\, celebrating the French language and the diversity of Francophone cinema.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/une-part-manquante-a-missing-part-dir-guillaume-senez-2024/
LOCATION:Germaine Tillion Garden\, SUAD Campus\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T220000
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SUMMARY:ROFL@TGIF Comedy Night
DESCRIPTION:Dubomedy gigs are usually pretty good\, especially when the price is free (with a minimum spend of one drink or one food item) and a “fantastic” (their judgement) bill of stand-ups – “you never know who will drop by!” It’s at TGI’s in the Rove Downtown.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/rofltgif-comedy-night/
LOCATION:TGIFriday’s at the Rove Hotel Downtown\, 312 Al Mustaqbal Street\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250419T220000
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SUMMARY:Laughter Factory Premium Comedy Club
DESCRIPTION:April’s Laughter Factory tour features Montreal’s Just For Laughs festival favourite Eman El Husseini\, about-to-be-big US standup Maher Matta\, and top local talent Valentina Danubio\, 2023 winner of Survival of the Funniest. Here are the other upcoming gigs: \n24 Apr The Club\, Abu DHabi\n25 Apr Radisson Hotel DAMAC Hills\n26 Apr Dukes The Palm \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/laughter-factory-premium-comedy-club-7/
LOCATION:Vintage Grand Hotel\, Al Fay Road\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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