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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251101T180000
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SUMMARY:Poetry in Action: Words Of War
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic performance showcasing Wilfred Owen’s most powerful poems\, including “Dulce et Decorum Est” and “Anthem for Doomed Youth.” The show explores poetic techniques like imagery\, irony\, and rhythmic schemes while reflecting on the brutal realities of World War I. One of a series of shows today and tomorrow from the excellent Poetry In Action\, a small-scale touring theatre company that creates professional shows based on poetry to inspire and engage audiences. This one is presented in partnership with Outside the Box Events. \nFor kids aged 14+ and their families.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/poetry-in-action-words-of-war/
LOCATION:Cultural Foundation\, Qasr al Hosn\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Performance,Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251102T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251102T170000
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SUMMARY:Poetry in Action: The Poets' Quest
DESCRIPTION:A second performance for this time travelling adventure\, where poetry saves the world as Blake journeys through time to win back his true love … The show demonstrates how to master rhyme\, rhythm\, and imagery while rooting for Blake’s quest to win back love and rewrite destiny. One of a series of shows today from the excellent Poetry In Action\, a small-scale touring theatre company that creates professional shows based on poetry to inspire and engage audiences. This one is presented in partnership with Outside the Box Events. \nFor kids aged 8-14 yrs and their families.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/poetry-in-action-the-poets-quest-2/
LOCATION:Cultural Foundation\, Qasr al Hosn\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Performance,Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251102T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20251102T190000
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SUMMARY:Poetry in Action: Muse It Or Lose It
DESCRIPTION:A second performance for this high-energy exploration of poetry through live performances\, linking classic literature with contemporary works and showcasing techniques like metaphor\, symbolism\, and why words matter — with plenty of laughs along the way. One of a series of shows today and tomorrow from the excellent Poetry In Action\, a small-scale touring theatre company that creates professional shows based on poetry to inspire and engage audiences. This one is presented in partnership with Outside the Box Events. \nFor kids aged 13-16 and their families.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/poetry-in-action-muse-it-or-lose-it-2/
LOCATION:Cultural Foundation\, Qasr al Hosn\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Performance,Poetry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20251119T140032Z
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SUMMARY:Down to Earth 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Jameel’s annual festival for eco-consciousness and sustainability is back for its sixth edition in the Arts Centre and across the Jaddaf Waterfront Sculpture Park. Expect activities for all ages themed around botanical\, sustainable and eco-conscious living with hands-on workshops for kids\, tours\, talks and demonstrations\, guided tours of the ongoing Jameel exhibitions (6pm and 8pm on Saturday\, 6pm and 7pm on Sunday)\, interactive art and performances\, all woven together with an eye on nature\, community and conscious living. \nThere’s also … \n> a Farmers Market (“the UAE’s first and longest-running”) with local suppliers offering fresh seasonal produce \n> the Green Bazaar\, with a variety of indoor and outdoor plants\, eco-friendly and sustainable gifts\, preloved fashion and products from local homegrown businesses if you’re looking to “shop consciously” \n> the archly named Urban Market Concept in the Sculpture Park\, with local vendors offering “vintage finds\, streetwear\, sneakers\, accessories\, and more” \n> Faire Trade\, a community-run swap shop for preowned stuff \n> the essential Vinyl Souk\, marketplace and meeting place for vinyl- and indie-oriented music fans. On the Saturday Vinyl Souk is also running an evening of interesting music from the likes of Aaron Kim (stalwart of the Analog Room)\, Vinyl Souk cofounder Jayesh\, and The Radish Cheddar Experiment – Ratish from The Temple with bassist Rami Lakkis and keyboardist Nikolai Mishchencko \n> the Art Jameel Shop\, with a sustainability-themed collection of books and design objects. \nCheck out the full programme here. The Festival runs 4pm to 11pm on the Saturday\, 4pm to 9pom on Sunday. It’s free\, but pre-registration is required.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/down-to-earth-2025/
LOCATION:Jameel Arts Centre\, Al Jaddaf\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Environment,Family/kids
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
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SUMMARY:The Elf in the Gulf
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal musical theatre fun for all the family (but mainly the kids). It’s a continuation of the world created by Collab Company last year with a troupe of singers\, dancers and actors; this time five rookie elves must complete their training at the Christmas Academy and Department of Elvish Training (CADET) in pursuit of their sole mission: to bring joy to families across the UAE. We’re promised interactive\, family-friendly storytelling with lots of laughs\, songs\, and holiday magic in a cosy picnic-style theatre setting (bring a picnic and cushions). \nThere are shows on 6 and 7 December at 11am\, 2pm and 6pm; it’s at South View School in Dubailand. Tickets are AED 75 for kids\, AED 100 for adults\, or AED 300 AED for a Family & Friends four-pack (we assume that’s basically two adults and two kids).
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-elf-in-the-gulf/
LOCATION:South View School\, Remraam\, Al Thammam\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Musical
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
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SUMMARY:The Elf in the Gulf
DESCRIPTION:A second round of performances for Collab Company’s seasonal musical theatre fun – five rookie elves must complete their training at the Christmas Academy and Department of Elvish Training (CADET) in pursuit of their mission to bring joy to families across the UAE. We’re promised interactive\, family-friendly storytelling with lots of laughs\, songs\, and holiday magic in a cosy picnic-style setting (bring a picnic and cushions). \nThere are showsat 11am\, 2pm and 6pm; it’s at South View School in Dubailand. Tickets are AED 75 for kids\, AED 100 for adults\, or AED 300 AED for a Family & Friends four-pack (we assume that’s basically two adults and two kids).
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-elf-in-the-gulf-2/
LOCATION:South View School\, Remraam\, Al Thammam\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Family/kids,Musical
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260214T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Day at 421
DESCRIPTION:A day full of gallery adventures\, stories\, and hands-on activities for families. It begins with a collective exploration of the idea of ‘ripples’\, riffing on the current 421 exhibition Rays\, Ripples\, Residue; the tour concludes with a reading of Colorful Leaps with curator Munira Al Sayegh on the Bait15 Bed\, an artwork within the exhibition. \nAfterwards there are drop-in activities taking place across 421. Early Starters is hosting creative sessions in Studio 2 & 3 and the Courtyard\, while Studio Play transforms into a hands-on Yallah Play experience led by Hannah Phillips with “sensory stations” and creative activities. \n421 says it’s a day made for kids “but with plenty for grown-ups to enjoy too”.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/family-day-at-421/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Family/kids
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260225T115549Z
CREATED:20260225T115549Z
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SUMMARY:Jameel Arts Centre: Ramadan Nights
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan Nights returns to the Jameel for a weekend of evening workshops led by local artists\, self-guided creative activities and late-night access to the current exhibitions. There will also be the Ramadan Souk’s curated stalls and traditional comestibles\, plus a farmers’ market for locally sourced produce and crafts. Opening times are 8.30pm to 11.30pm.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/jameel-arts-centre-ramadan-nights/
LOCATION:Jameel Arts Centre\, Al Jaddaf\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Family/kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T112200Z
CREATED:20260511T112200Z
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SUMMARY:Once Upon A Tune: Carnival of the Animals
DESCRIPTION:The UAE National Orchestra’s first family concert promises to take us “into a world where music becomes story\, and imagination takes centre stage”. It looks a well-constructed programme: \nPart 1: Introduction to Music Children are invited to explore what music is made of\, discovering its two basic building blocks – notes and duration. \nPart 2: Move\, Sing & Explore the Musical Scale Discover the seven musical notes through movement\, voice\, and play. \nPart 3: Emotions in Sound An interactive experience where children feel the emotions in music and respond through movement\, dance\, and imagination. \nPart 4: The Carnival of the Animals A live performance of Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals\, where music brings the animal kingdom to life through 14 imaginative movements\, guided by narration (from Hellen Kerr) and visual animation. Ahmed Farag conducts
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/once-upon-a-tune-carnival-of-the-animals/
LOCATION:Cultural Foundation\, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family/kids
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