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SUMMARY:Atsuko\, Beth\, and Rachel
DESCRIPTION:They are three of the best female American standups around at the moment – Atsuko Okatsuka\, Beth Stelling\, and Rachel Feinstein. LA-based Atsuko Okatsuka was named one of Variety‘s Top 10 Comics to Watch in 2022; born in Taiwan to Japanese and Taiwanese parents\, she moved to the States at age 10 and lived undocumented for seven years. That informs a lot of her comedy\, but it’s not at all heavy – she notably performed a stand-up set in Pasadena during an earthquake in 2019 and was commended for keeping the show going and the audience calm while the quake went on. \nRachel Feinsten\, another of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch for 2022 and another finalist on Season 7 of Last Comic Standing\, is good at European-style racy comedy. She played herself as a comedian in the underrated 2015 Stephan Littger feature film Her Composition and has also appeared in Crashing. \nBeth Stelling\, once from Chicago but also from LA now\, has performed in the Netflix series The Standups and served as a writer for the hit HBO TV series Crashing. Stelling has released two comedy albums and was one of the finalists on Season 7 of Last Comic Standing. All three of these acts are good\, but Stelling probably gets magpie’s vote: she’s sharp\, even when she’s expounding the differences between men and women: you haven’t heard her take on what you might assume to be a somewhat hackneyed trope … \nThe show is hosted by NeNe Leakes\, actress\, presenter\, businesswoman\, author\, fashion designer and American TV personality (Real Housewives of Atlanta). \nThis show is part of the Dubai Comedy Festival.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/atsuko-beth-and-rachel/
LOCATION:Dubai Opera
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230515T200000
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SUMMARY:Dara Ó Briain: So … Where Were We?
DESCRIPTION:The generally excellent comedian (and writer\, amateur astronomer\, astrophotographer) is back on tour\, and this gig falls right in the middle of another massive stint on the road. Apparently though he likes touring\, and he enjoys appearing in front of a new crowd every couple of days; certainly his last tour (180 shows!) never showed any signs of flagging. \nHe’s known for hosting TV shows like Mock The Week (for 17 years!) but he’s also good on quirky travel (Three Men in a Boat\, Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure) and is brilliant at the accessible-science stuff (Dara Ó Briain ‘s Science Club\, Stargazing Live\, Dara Ó Briain Meets Stephen Hawking – yes\, really). But he also delivers a good fast-paced standup show\, full of sharp wit\, acute observation\, and a mix of stories and one-liners\, characteristically tripping over his words by talking too quickly “because he’s so giddy to be back in front of a crowd”. If you’re lucky there may be a bit of politics on the side (but never too much). \n“One of the most dependably entertaining stand-up comics in the land” said The Times; “O Briain has a laser eye for the absurd and the spurious” said The Guardian. This show\, part of the Dubai Comedy Festival\, is highly recommended.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/dara-o-briain-so-where-were-we/
LOCATION:Dubai Opera
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Alena Lavdovskaya
DESCRIPTION:Fashion illustrator (and the founder of Russia’s first illustration and art-content agency for the fashion industry) Alena Lavdovskaya is the latest Artist in Residence at ME Dubai. This exhibition showcases her 20 years in the industry\, with Alena illustrations\, a live drawing performance and a fashion illustration workshop\, and “intimate lectures”. \nTo 10 June.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/alena-lavdovskaya/
LOCATION:ME by Meliá\, The Opus by Omniyat\, Al Amal Street\, Business Bay\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Illustration
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T213000
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SUMMARY:Danú presents: The Dictator
DESCRIPTION:A second performance for this interpretation in English of a timely absurdist tale by the late Lebanese playwright Issam Mahfouz. Set in a claustrophobic  fictional world\, it tells the story of a tyrant (the General\, played by Aida Laubach) whose grandiose delusions include believing herself to be the saviour of all humanity.  \nThe first half is close to slapstick comedy\, but after the interval it shifts gears to plummet into darkness and existential angst leading to a climactic ending. The play focuses on the General’s existence and power in tandem with her idiot-savant servant Saadoun (Carine Bouery). Saadoun\, however\,  proves to be quite the enigma with a fascinating rising and falling power dynamic between both as the play progresses.  \nThe play has been described as an absurd masterpiece\, a minimalist mixture of Ionesco and Beckett\, a tale of delusion and depravity with fierce and hilarious jabs at despotism and existence. It’s usually cast with two men\, so women in the roles should add a neat twist … \nThe play is directed by Padraig Downey for Danú Theatre. It’s free\, but pre-registration is recommended since the first-come-first-served basis means a seat cannot be guaranteed …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-dictator-2/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T213000
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SUMMARY:Music from the Alps: Swiss Classical Maestros
DESCRIPTION:An evening of top quality chamber music\, presented by SAMIT Event Group as part of the VIP Classical initiative. Violinist Maria Solozobova and pianist Christophe Berruex celebrate the best of the repertoire for their two instruments. The tickets are pricey enough\, but you can also include a post-show dinner in Dubai Opera’s Belcanto restaurant for a bargain AED 950 pp. \nProgramme: \n\nCésar Franck: Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano\nCamille Saint-Saëns: Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso\nLudwig van Beethoven: Violin Sonata No.8 in G major\nEdvard Grieg: Violin Sonata No.3 in C minor
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/music-from-the-alps-swiss-classical-maestros/
LOCATION:Dubai Opera
CATEGORIES:Chamber concert
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T170000
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SUMMARY:Zakir Khan
DESCRIPTION:The Indian comedian and actor is known for his “uniquely Indian” style of comedy\, riffing on the emotions that are common to every Indian household. \nThis Hindi language show is part of the Dubai Comedy Festival. A second show is scheduled for 7pm\, but when we checked it was sold out: there may be returns\, of course.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/zakir-khan/
LOCATION:Dubai Opera
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230514T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230515T190000
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SUMMARY:Culture Bus: Maraya Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:The excellent 421 Culture Bus is visiting Sharjah for the Maraya’s current exhibitions (3-4pm) and a guided tour of Al Noor Island (4.15-5pm). There’ll be plenty of time for a pre-gallery lunch at Al Qasba (not included in the bus ticket price). \nGet there 10 minutes before departure to ensure the bus leaves on time.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/culture-bus-maraya-arts-centre-2/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Tour/Visit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:Two final performance for H72’s production of John Cariani’s play\, made up of a series of interconnected vignettes that explore love and loss in a remote\, mythical New England town called Almost. It’s a charming exploration of love’s many facets\, filled with wit\, warmth\, and unexpected surprises; Gautam Goenka directs. \nThere are performances at 2.30 and 7.30pm.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-3/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T220000
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SUMMARY:Stuart Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Top South African comedy from a standup who claims more than 25 years in the business (including seven as host of a hit SABC travel show). He was a founding member of the influential Cape Comedy Collective in 1999\, but since then he has performed to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival\, the Berlin International Comedy Festival\, New Zealand International Comedy Festival and the Montreux Comedy Festival. \nThis is a Dubai Comedy Festival show.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/stuart-taylor/
LOCATION:Mövenpick Hotel JBR\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T011132
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T073759Z
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SUMMARY:Danú presents: The Dictator
DESCRIPTION:The Dictator is an interpretation in English of the play by the late\, great Lebanese playwright Issam Mahfouz. This timely absurdist tale\, set in a claustrophobic  fictional world\, tells the story of a tyrant (the General\, played by Aida Laubach) whose grandiose delusions include believing herself to be the saviour of all humanity.  \nThe first half is close to slapstick comedy\, but after the interval it shifts gears to plummet into darkness and existential angst leading to a climactic ending. The play focuses on the General’s existence and power in tandem with her idiot-savant servant Saadoun (Carine Bouery). Saadoun\, however\,  proves to be quite the enigma with a fascinating rising and falling power dynamic between both as the play progresses.  \nThe play has been described as an absurd masterpiece\, a minimalist mixture of Ionesco and Beckett\, a tale of delusion and depravity with fierce and hilarious jabs at despotism and existence.  \nThe play is directed by Padraig Downey for the multi award-winning Danú Theatre\, who did it with a male cast for four nights back in January. In fact it’s usually cast with two men\, so women in the roles should add a neat alternative perspective … \nIt’s free\, but pre-registration is recommended since the first-come-first-served basis means a seat cannot be guaranteed …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-dictator/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T213000
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SUMMARY:Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow: dir Philippa Bateman (2022)
DESCRIPTION:This Australian documentary explores the personal relationship and musical partnership of First Nations singer-songwriters Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter as they rehearse and perform for the 2004 premiere of Kura Tungar—Songs from the River\, presented in collaboration with Paul Grabowsky and the 22-piece Australian Art Orchestra. In footage combining conversations\, practice sessions and the opening night performance with images of the Ngarrindjeri country in South Australia\, the film depicts artists at the peak of their powers\, recounting a moving story of loss\, love\, political struggle and the meaning of coming ‘home’. \nThis is a Sharjah Biennial 15 Film Programme screening.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/wash-my-soul-in-the-rivers-flow-dir-philippa-bateman-2022/
LOCATION:Al Hamra Cinema\, Al Arouba Street\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T210000
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:A second evening for the H72 production of John Cariani’s play\, a series of interconnected vignettes that explore love and loss in a remote\, mythical New England town called Almost. A charming exploration of love’s many facets\, filled with wit\, warmth\, and unexpected surprises\, it’s become of the most popular playscripts in the States with nearly 100 professional productions and over 5\,000 other productions to date. \nThere are further performances on 14 May at 2.30 and 7.30pm.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-2/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T210000
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SUMMARY:Chaillot – Théâtre national de la Danse / Rachid Ouramdane: Corps extrêmes
DESCRIPTION:A second performance of this extraordinary dance piece choreographed by Rachid Ouramdane\, an ambitious\, captivating work about confronting danger\, mastering the self\, the beauty of flight and the desire to escape the chains of gravity; acrobats\, rock climbers\, flyers\, slackliners and dancers come together in a visually stunning exploration of flight and freedom. \nThe production is supported by Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/chaillot-theatre-national-de-la-danse-rachid-ouramdane-corps-extremes-2/
LOCATION:The Arts Center @ NYUAD\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230514
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SUMMARY:A Journey into Architecture Archives: Beirut\, Cairo\, Rabat
DESCRIPTION:A Sharjah Architecture Triennial exhibition\, curated by architect George Arbid\, that highlights three institutions in the Arab world that hold and preserve key regional architecture archives – the Arab Center for Architecture (ACA) in Beirut (co-founded by Arbid)\, the Rare Books and Special Collections at the American University in Cairo (AUC)\, and Archives du Maroc in Rabat. \nAs well as with preserving the memory of completed buildings\, the archives also have stories of designs that never came to fruition– and a highlight of the exhibition is a focus on five abandoned projects\, brought to life through drawings and models. Also on view: three documentaries commissioned specifically for the exhibition and filmed in Beirut\, Cairo\, Rabat and Casablanca. \nThe exhibition opens with a panel discussion (4-6pm) with guest speakers Amel Chabbi\, Zahra Ali Baba and Suha Hasan\, moderated by George Arbid; he’ll then lead a tour of the exhibition. \nAll Sharjah Architecture Triennial events are free and open to the public but capacity is limited and advance registration is required.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/a-journey-into-architecture-archives-beirut-cairo-rabat/
LOCATION:Al Qasimiyah School\, Sheikh Saqr Bin Khalid Al Qasimi St\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230514
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SUMMARY:The Voyage Within
DESCRIPTION:A group show with Virginie Ellis\, Osama Elolemy\, Omar A. Hussein and Amit Kar. To 8 July.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-voyage-within/
LOCATION:Zidoun-Bossuyt Gallery\, 796 Jumeirah Street\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T223000
DTSTAMP:20260502T011132
CREATED:20230322T140447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T140557Z
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SUMMARY:Sooshi Mango: Off the Boat in Dubai
DESCRIPTION:The long-established Australian comedy troupe (two brothers\, and their best mate) comes loaded with classic comedy references – the likes of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis\, the Marx Brothers Laurel and Hardy – and an act that is usually rooted in their ethnic (Italian and Greek ) heritage\, with a dash of the pointed satire about racial prejudice and modern-day social mechanisms in Australia. There’s a podcast and a feature film coming\, apparently\, but in the meantime we have the live show: expect slick\, effective\, well-timed comedy. This show opens the Dubai Comedy Festival. Recommended. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/sooshi-mango-off-the-boat-in-dubai/
LOCATION:Coca-Cola Arena\, City Walk\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T203000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T223000
DTSTAMP:20260502T011132
CREATED:20230214T132923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T132923Z
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SUMMARY:Jason Manford LIVE!
DESCRIPTION:The effortlessly entertaining Jason Manford is always good value – aimable\, quick-witted\, good at sharp observational comedy … Recommended.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/jason-manford-live/
LOCATION:Emirates Palace Auditorium\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T210000
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SUMMARY:The Jazz Night with Lady J
DESCRIPTION:Jazz at the Theatre of Digital Art with Lady J and her trio. We’re promised “a sparkling arrangement of the Grooviest Classics [sic] together with jazzed-up Radio Hits in 360° space” …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-jazz-night-with-lady-j/
LOCATION:Theatre of Digital Arts\, Souk Madinat Jumeriah\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230512T210000
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:John Cariani’s play is made up of a series of interconnected vignettes that explore love and loss in a remote\, mythical New England town called Almost. A charming exploration of love’s many facets\, filled with wit\, warmth\, and unexpected surprises\, it’s become of the most popular playscripts in the States with nearly 100 professional productions and over 5\,000 other productions to date. \nGautam Goenka directs for H72 Productions. Should be a good evening (and it will be interesting to see if H72 risks including the gay love scene …) \nThere are further performances on 13 and 14 May at 7.30pm\, plus a matinee on 14 May at 2.30pm.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Chaillot – Théâtre national de la Danse / Rachid Ouramdane: Corps extrêmes
DESCRIPTION:It’s not often that a dance piece involves a climbing wall on the stage. But then it’s not often you’ll come across a dance piece that tests the ensemble’s physical strength\, emotional barriers\, and trust in each other in quite this way. Choreographer Rachid Ouramdane has produced an ambitious\, captivating work about confronting danger\, mastering the self\, the beauty of flight and the desire to escape the chains of gravity; acrobats\, rock climbers\, flyers\, slackliners and dancers come together in a visually stunning exploration of flight and freedom that features stunning video projections of remarkable natural landscapes alongside graceful yet spectacular physicality. \n‘Extreme bodies’ indeed. It’s just extraordinary\, and we recommend it highly. There’s a second performance on 13 May too. \nThe production is supported by Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/chaillot-theatre-national-de-la-danse-rachid-ouramdane-corps-extremes/
LOCATION:The Arts Center @ NYUAD\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230511T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230511T210000
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SUMMARY:PechaKucha | On Space
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic lineup shares perspectives on space and the UAE’s role in exploring it. “From stunning space photography to inspiring strategies for promoting STEM education\, our speakers will take you on a journey through the cosmos and offer a glimpse into the fascinating world of space exploration” says the organiser\, Alserkal Advisory. \nSpeakers: \n\nNirmal Rajah\, STEM education specialist\nDr Mashhoor Al-Wardat\, Professor of Astrophysics\nRawand Alhashmi\, student of Aeronautical Engineering\nObaid Al Budoor\, photographer\nBriar Jacques\, astrologer and psychologist
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/pechakucha-on-space/
LOCATION:Etihad Museum\, 1 Jumeirah St\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:PechaKucha
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230511T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T011132
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SUMMARY:Dubomedy Secret Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:The official launch of Dubomedy’s new weekly gig at Melrose\, the bar in Business Bay’s Paramount Midtown. The ‘secret’ bit is the line-up: “you never know who will drop in …” RSvP recommended since space is limited.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/dubomedy-secret-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Melrose\, Paramount Midtown\, Al Mustaqbal Street\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Katia Al Tal: Appearance
DESCRIPTION:A solo show for the abstract sculptures of the Jordanian-French artist. Appearance explores the intrinsic essence of the artist’s vision and the experiences which led to the creation of these vessels – “a culmination of time specks that are made tangible in the velvety texture of pearly white silhouettes”. To 22 June.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/katia-al-tal-appearance/
LOCATION:XVA Gallery\, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood\, Bur Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:3D,Art,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Well Hot
DESCRIPTION:A show by a diverse group of artists from the UK’s Moosey Gallery that promises to showcase “the best of contemporary art”. The title is a playful nod to the Dubai climate rather than any statement about the artists\, but we are promised that the works on show are “united by a sense of energy\, vitality\, and a willingness to push boundaries” and provide “is a celebration of creativity\, diversity\, and the power of art to bring people together”. \n\n\n\n\nExhibiting artists:\n \n\nImon Boy\nAlex Chien\nMurray Clarke\nRebecca Foster-Clarke\nAnt Hamlyn\nKatie Hector\nKpe Innocent\nNathan James\nNanhee Kim\nVictoria Nunley\nHiroshima Shinkichi\nAugustina Wang
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/well-hot/
LOCATION:Volery Gallery\, Maze Tower - 5201\, Dubai International Financial Center\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230510T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260502T011132
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SUMMARY:Fridge Concert Series 40: Oxygen Trio by Tarek Skaikar / Imbue
DESCRIPTION:For the 40th Fridge Concert Series\, the Fridge’s people have paired new acts with alumni of past concert series for one-off guest collaborations – “merging voices\, genres and artistic styles to create memorable music moments”. This gig celebrates International Jazz Day\, apparently\, though they’re a bit late (it was 30 April). Oxygen Trio by Tarek Skaikar is an established jazz combo with some cool contemporary tunes and flamenco influences; joining the Trio on stage will be Imbue from season 20\, another combo worth seeking out – a four-piece that somehow mixes bossa nova\, straight ahead jazz and Arabic melodies. Should be good.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/fridge-concert-series-40-oxygen-trio-by-tarek-skaikar-imbue/
LOCATION:The Fridge\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Gig
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230509T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230509T230000
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SUMMARY:Fridge Concert Series 40: Karman Line / WYWY
DESCRIPTION:For the 40th Fridge Concert Series\, the Fridge’s people have paired new acts with alumni of past concert series for one-off guest collaborations – “merging voices\, genres and artistic styles to create memorable music moments”. Karman Line\, who will be debuting tunes from their first album\, play a kind of 70s-style heavy rock; that should make for an interesting mix with the dream pop and shoegaze of Filipino duo WYWY from season 27.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/fridge-concert-series-40-karman-line-wywy/
LOCATION:The Fridge\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Gig
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230510
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SUMMARY:Dorsa Asadi: Strange Fruit
DESCRIPTION:A first solo show for the Tehran-based artist\, who had exhibited little outside Iran before Green Art Gallery brought her to Art Dubai 2022. Asadi works across a variety of media\, including\, ceramic sculpture\, painting\, drawing and embroidery; material is as important as image to her. She combines local references such as colourful Iranian paintings and tiles with contemporary subjects like gender\, identity and environmental issues. \nTo 29 July.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/dorsa-asadi-strange-fruit/
LOCATION:Green Art Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230510
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SUMMARY:Sophiya Khwaja: Nooks of Power
DESCRIPTION:This solo exhibition – her first in the UAE – marks the completion of Sophiya’s journey on the Tashkeel Critical Practice Programme\, mentored by Salima Hashmi and Dawn Ross. Nooks of Power aims to investigate the ways in which humans acquire\, hoard and unleash authoritative power\, with Sophiya dissecting herself as ‘Specimen No.1’. \n\n\n\n\nDivided into five distinct series\, the works are all executed on paper using techniques from pastels to digital prints\, employing acrylics\, thread\, collage\, tea-wash and gouache. Each series is accompanied by a short explanatory text by the artist presented on the adjacent wall or incorporated within the work. These stories depict scenarios that were playing in Sophiya’s mind while creating the work in her studio. \nTo 19 June. The artist will also lead guided tours of the exhibition at 11am and 1pm on 14 May\, and she will be in conversation 6.30-7.30pm on 17 May. \nAbove: Sophiya Khwaja\, Nose Series\, WhoKnows (2022)
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/sophiya-khwaja-nooks-of-power/
LOCATION:Tashkeel Alserkal Avenue\, Warehouse 58\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230508T200000
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SUMMARY:421 Winter 2023 Exhibitions Closing Program
DESCRIPTION:An evening session at 421\, with guided tours of the current shows (5-5.30pm Of Mythic Proportions\, led by the artist\, Mahshid Rafiei: 5.45-6.30pm And The Mirrors Are Many\, led by curator Mona Al-Jadir and including a performance by Reem Almenhali). \nThen at 7pm there’s by a panel talk\, to be foillowed by a Q&A. The subject is ‘Residue as Witness’; the moderator is Mays Albaik\, 421’s Programs and Community Initiatives Manager\, and the panel is Rand Abduljabbar (artist)\, Sabih Ahmed (Associate Director and Curator at Ishara Art Foundation)\, and Mona Al-Jadir (curator).
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/421-winter-2023-exhibitions-closing-program/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Talk,Tour/Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230506T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230506T211500
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SUMMARY:Memórias Afro-Atlânticas: dir Gabriela Barreto (2019)
DESCRIPTION:This Brazilian documentary revisits the Afro-diasporic research of the African American linguist Lorenzo Turner in Brazil during the early 1940s. The film focuses on the terreiros de candomblé [worship houses] across the city of Salvador and the Recôncavo Baiano region in Bahia\, where Turner produced audio and photographic records of the linguistic experience of important religious personalities such as Mãe Menininha do Gantois\, Joãozinho da Goméia and Manoel Falefá. Turner’s work contributed substantially to the study of African languages\, cultures and identities in the diaspora. This is a Sharjah Biennial 15 Film Programme screening.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/memorias-afro-atlanticas-dir-gabriela-barreto-2019/
LOCATION:Al Hamra Cinema\, Al Arouba Street\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Film
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