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SUMMARY:Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:This year’s ADIBF – remarkably\, it’s the 34th edition – has the theme ‘Knowledge Illuminates our Community’\, a sentiment which brooks no argument. There are 90 participating countries\, the ‘Focus Personality’ is Avicenna (Ibn Sina)\, the ‘Book of the World’ is One Thousand and One Nights\, and the guest of honour\, usually a single nation\, is Culture of the Caribbean Basin. \nLast year there were more than 230\,000 visitors\, 1\,350 exhibitors\, and reportedly in excess of 1.5 million books sold. All those numbers should be beaten this time around; ADIBF is a genuine force in the booming regional publishing field\, and some clever extras – like a much-expanded ‘Podcast from Abu Dhabi‘ programme\, the Sheikh Zayed Book Award ceremony\, and a famously busy schedule of something like 2\,000 lectures\, panel discussions\, specialised workshops and other activities – make it a good bet for the reader as well as the publishing professional. \nThe book fair has been extended to ten days this year; it runs 9am to 10pm from 26 April to 5 May. Admission is free\, but you’ll need to pre-register.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/abu-dhabi-international-book-fair-3/
LOCATION:ADNEC\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Book Fair
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SUMMARY:Culture Summit Abu Dhabi
DESCRIPTION:The seventh edition of the Summit\, which runs 27-29 April\, again brings together “thought leaders” from art\, heritage\, media\, museums\, music\, public policy and technology to debate the role of culture. This year’s theme is the catch-all ‘Culture for Humanity and Beyond’ and the forum will explore “the ever-dynamic relationship between culture and humanity in an unrivalled period of transformation … The Summit will prompt a collective rethinking of human emancipation\, humanism\, and seek to find a new common ground to build a shared sustainable future”. \nThis it will do across three days of panels\, creative conversations\, case studies\, artist talks and workshops\, all reimagining what tomorrow could look like “as old ways of thinking become obsolete”. \nDay one will be focused on the sub-theme\, ‘reshaping the cultural landscape’ As power shifts continue in a world marked by the digital revolution\, economic inequality\, and geopolitical volatility\, cultural identities and societal values are being redefined. The sessions will explore the impact of these shifts on the production\, reception\, and consumption of culture\, and discuss the role the creative sector can play in guiding humanity through uncertainty towards a confident future. \nDay two’s sub-theme is ‘the new frontiers of a post-human environment”’. As advancements in technology\, including AI\, biotechnology\, and environmental studies redefine the essence of humanity\, the sessions on this day will examine how culture can ensure these changes enhance human experience. The programme will explore how the cultural and creative sectors are adapting their business models\, infrastructures\, and policies to seize the opportunities these new frontiers present. \nDay three will examine ‘new frames to redefine Culture for Humanity and Beyond’\, discussing how innovative\, collaborative efforts and the rise of ‘glocal’ approaches can foster resilience\, inclusion\, and sustainability. The sessions will also examine how cultural innovation\, and technology can help reshape narratives and create new common ground to overcome global polarisation. \nThe full programme is here. Attendance is (mostly) by invitation\, but you can ‘register your interest’ here and you might get the call … \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/culture-summit-abu-dhabi/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Adel Dauood: Immigrant
DESCRIPTION:“The immigrant embodies the human capacity to adapt and rebuild wherever they settle. They create bridges between cultures\, carrying a soul heavy with memories that form a part of their identity.” New work by the prominent Syrian artist\, blending abstraction and realism\, expressionism and surrealism\, with a characteristically vibrant use of colour.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-adel-dauood-immigrant/
LOCATION:Urbanist Art Gallery\, Box Park\, Al Wasl Road\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Comedy: This Is Impro & Ahmed
DESCRIPTION:One of the Coutryard’s two-act evenings of spontaneous scenes and stories based on audience suggestions. First up is the regular Monday evening mix of scenes\, stories and narrative improvisation from some of the Courtyard Playhouse’s most experienced improv performers plus guests. Then the two Ahmeds take to the stage for the Courtyard’s bilingual improv … It’s free\, but you need to put your name on the guestlist (via the website) – it’s first-come first-served\, so get there early enough to grab a seat.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/monday-night-comedy-this-is-impro-ahmed-7/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
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