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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250326T090000
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SUMMARY:Diana Al-Hadid
DESCRIPTION:A preview of Al-Hadid’s Art Dubai exhibits in advance of the art fair\, showing in the Plaza at One Za’abeel in partnership with Galleri Brandstrup and Bureau Safavid. We’re promised “a dialogue between memory\, architecture\, and cultural identity”; Al-Hadid’s richly allegorical work explores the interplay of sky and landscape as a compositional foundation via her characteristic controlled dripping technique. By engaging with architectural forms\, Al-Hadid’s work considers the impermanence of civilization and the ambiguous presence of the human figure. Guided tours between 2 and 4pm on 9\, 10 and 11 April should give more insights into the artist’s intricate process\, philosophy\, and impact. To 15 April. \nAbove: Diana Al-Hadid\, Dreams of Damascus
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/diana-al-hadid-2/
LOCATION:The Plaza\, One Za’abeel\, Za'abeel 1\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Dance Will Be You
DESCRIPTION:Efie Gallery continues its commendable promotion of artists of African origin with this group show featuring María Magdalena Campos-Pons\, ahead of her debut solo exhibition in the Middle East at Efie in April\, alongside works by JK Bruce-Vanderpuije\, Dina Nur Satti and Myles Igwebuike. The gallery says the exhibition “offers a nuanced exploration of the symbolic and performative dimensions within contemporary African art\, focusing on themes of contemplation\, devotion\, and transcendence – each of which resonates with deeper cultural narratives. \nIt’s certainly an interesting group: María Magdalena Campos-Pons is an internationally acclaimed artist whose work explores themes of memory\, identity\, and history\, drawing from her Cuban and Yoruba heritage. JK Bruce-Vanderpuije (1899 – 1989)\,has an extensive archive of photography documenting the cultural history from West Africa. Dina Nur Satti creates ceramics deeply influenced by her studies of African art and pre-colonial African societies. And Myles Igwebuike explores the Mbari houses of Igbo culture in his design practice.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-dance-will-be-you/
LOCATION:Efiɛ Gallery\, 2 Al Khayat Art Avenue\, First Al Khail Street\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250324T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250324T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250122T152200Z
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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 first ever bilingual improv\, which should be a lot of fun … 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-6/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250323T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20241202T152355Z
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SUMMARY:Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial: Bik Van der Pol’s The poem that jumps the fence
DESCRIPTION:Artist duo Bik Van der Pol (Liesbeth Bik and Jos Van der Pol) engage in collaborative projects on how art constructs public spaces for speculative thought and collective creativity. The poem that jumps the fence features weekly performances on Abu Dhabi Beach and workshops connecting words and sand as real and symbolic material that binds our world; every Sunday afternoon\, a performer writes a poem in the sand\, only for it to fade away. During workshops in collaboration with local poets and writers\, participants generate text for the performances. \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/public-art-abu-dhabi-biennial-poetry-workshop-1-in-between-us-within-bik-van-der-pols-the-poem-that-jumps-the-fence-2/2025-03-23/
LOCATION:Abu Dhabi Beach\, Al Hisn Street\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Poetry,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Jamal A. Rahim: The Art behind the Stars
DESCRIPTION:“An exhibition that bridges the glamour of international stars from cinema and music and the depth of fine art portraiture” – a total of 22 portraits by Bahraini artist Jamal A. Rahim of figures from Hollywood and the Arab world\, including Marilyn Monroe\, Marlon Brando\, Umm Kulthum\, and Abdel Halim.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-jamal-a-rahim-the-art-behind-the-stars/
LOCATION:Kutubna Cultural Center\, Madina Avenues 17\, Nadd Al Hamar\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T203000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250320T080029Z
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SUMMARY:Laughter Factory Premium Comedy Club
DESCRIPTION:March’s Laughter Factory tour features Edinburgh Festival favourite Adam Bloom\, witty South African Dalin Oliver\, and hotly tipped local talent Liz Bains. We’ve listed the 27 March date separately here because it’s a bit different in terms of venue and price\, but here are the other upcoming gigs: \n26 Mar The Club\n28 Mar Radisson Hotel DAMAC Hills\n29 Mar Dukes The Palm \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/laughter-factory-premium-comedy-club-2/
LOCATION:Vintage Grand Hotel\, Al Fay Road\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T191500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T223000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250307T113747Z
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SUMMARY:Living Continuity: Urban Workshop Series No.1 – Navigating neighborhoods through emotion
DESCRIPTION:This is the first in a series of urban workshops by Sharjah Architecture Triennial offering an opportunity to critically reflect on our practices and roles as urban dwellers and/or practitioners. Workshops are based in Al Jubail “which offers both a spatial construct and conceptual scaffold to facilitate the exploration of the convergence of historical\, social\, ecological\, and economic urban systems … This space is intended as both a real and hypothetical environment to explore what it means for us to practice from a neighbourhood while remaining sensitive to it”. \nThe workshops are led by artists\, researchers and writers who have been invited to offer both insights and tools; this opener is led by Bhoomika Ghaghada\, whose writing concerns structural inequalities and trauma and how they shape everyday realities in the Gulf. Her workshop will explore how the city isn’t static\, and how we may resist the impulse to capture or contain it – “we will begin telling stories from place\, not about“. \nThe evening begins at 7.15pm with an Iftar\, group introductions\, and warm-up exercises at Old Al Jubail Vegetable Market plaza. From 9pm there’s an hour’s walk from Old Al Jubail Vegetable Market along Sharjah Corniche\, regrouping at 10pm for discussion.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/living-continuity-urban-workshop-series-no-1-navigating-neighborhoods-through-emotion/
LOCATION:Old Al Jubail Vegetable Market\, 8 Bujair Bin Abi Bujair St\, Sharjah
CATEGORIES:Urbanism,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20241202T153600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T193130Z
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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/2025-03-22/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250322T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250310T103055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T103055Z
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SUMMARY:Dubomedy's Ramadan Vibes Night
DESCRIPTION:Standup\, spoken word and suhoor specials\, under the stars at Rove Downtown’s TGI Friday’s outdoor garden. Free\, but RSVP and there’s a minimum purchase requirement of one drink or food item per person.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/dubomedys-ramadan-vibes-night/
LOCATION:Rove Downtown\, 312 Al Mustaqbal Street\, Zabeel 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Spoken word
GEO:25.203029;55.2794215
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250321T203000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250321T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250320T075949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T075949Z
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SUMMARY:Laughter Factory Premium Comedy Club
DESCRIPTION:March’s Laughter Factory tour features Edinburgh Festival favourite Adam Bloom\, witty South African Dalin Oliver\, and hotly tipped local talent Liz Bains. We’ve listed the 27 March date separately here because it’s a bit different in terms of venue and price\, but here are the other upcoming gigs: \n22 Mar Vintage Grand Hotel\n26 Mar The Club\n28 Mar Radisson Hotel DAMAC Hills\n29 Mar Dukes The Palm \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/laughter-factory-premium-comedy-club/
LOCATION:The Agenda\, Abdullah Omran Taryam St\, Media City\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250321T203000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250303T164654Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Evening with Nujoom Al Ghanem
DESCRIPTION:An evening with Nujoom Al Ghanem in celebration of International Poetry Day. A leading voice in contemporary Arabic literature\, Al Ghanem blends tradition and modernity in exploring themes of identity\, freedom\, and cultural dialogue; this event will feature a bilingual reading in Arabic and French\, accompanied by musical interludes.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/poetry-evening-with-nujoom-al-ghanem/
LOCATION:Alliance Française Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250320T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250320T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250318T102749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T103154Z
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SUMMARY:PowerPointless Networking Night
DESCRIPTION:One of the most consistently funny of the Courtyard’s classic improv gigs is back after a couple of months’ hiatus: the speakers have to give a presentation on a slide deck they’ve never seen before\, with the topic determined at random by the Wheel of Destiny. Each presentation will be rated by a panel of judges and the winner applauded as the PowerPointless champion. Afterwards there’s a chance to mingle with the presenters and the Courtyard’s Corporate Team for an iftar (and a chance to find out more about the Courtyard’s Corporate Academy). \nReigning champion Rami Boraie will be matched up against Saaniya Abbas\, Kyle Herselman\, and Ahmed Al Achrafi. \nIt’s free\, with donations welcome; but you need to put your name on the guestlist via the website. It’s first-come first-served\, so get there early to grab a seat. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/powerpointless-networking-night-4-2/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Improv
GEO:25.177696;55.2504958
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250320T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250320T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250303T165728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165728Z
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SUMMARY:UAE Classical Talents: A French Four-Hand Piano Night
DESCRIPTION:Nora and Zora Novotná return to AF Dubai for a recital featuring composers from countries within the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie. For this special evening celebrating month of La Francophonie\, the Novotná sisters will be playing four-hand piano pieces by Debussy\, Khachaturian\, Ravel\, Poulenc\, and more. \nAs usual\, concert curator Stéphane Ferrault will introduce the evening. There’s a cocktail reception from 8pm\, with the recital starting at 8.30pm. (The price shown is for non-members – AF members pay AED 130.) \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/uae-classical-talents-a-french-four-hand-piano-night/
LOCATION:Alliance Française Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Recital
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250303T105435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T105435Z
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SUMMARY:Niga Sayyed and Ali Zolghadri: Silence & Noise
DESCRIPTION:The connection between silence and noise\, minimalism and maximalism\, is explored in this exhibition\, which contrasts contemporary and traditional art: Ali Zolghadri works with minimalistic black-and-white photography\, Niga Sayyed captures quiet stories from the past in pieces that evolve from traditional printmaking to contemporary mixed media. To 17 April.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/niga-sayyed-and-ali-zolghadri-silence-noise/
LOCATION:XVA Gallery\, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood\, Bur Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Morteza Darehbaghi: Timeless Blossoms
DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, nature has shape artistic expression across cultures. Persian carpets exemplify this influence\, transforming the beauty of gardens and delicate blossoms into intricate designs. These motifs are deeply woven into Iranian craftsmanship\, creating timeless works that connect the human spirit with the natural world. \nMorteza Darehbaghi’s solo exhibition explores the intersection of tradition and modernity through intricate works inspired by the enduring beauty and cultural symbolism of blossoms in art and nature. Drawing inspiration from centuries-old artistic traditions\, Darehbaghi reinterprets classical Persian motifs such as Persian lacquer painting and the iconic Gol-o-Morgh (flower and bird) designs through contemporary techniques. His work echoes the timeless elegance of Persian art while infusing it with dynamic\, modern energy.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-morteza-darehbaghi-timeless-blossoms-2/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250128T080444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T080444Z
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Melis Buyruk: Four Birds and One Soul
DESCRIPTION:Buyruk is known for her intricate and otherworldly creations\, she has long explored the themes of harmony and individuality in nature. This new body of work\, however\, takes a more introspective turn\, reflecting on the barriers that humans create within themselves. \nThe collection is inspired by the story of the four birds from the fifth book of the Masnavi\, each representing a different aspect of the human condition: rooster for lust\, goose for greed\, crow for materialism\, and peacock for pride. Through her unique porcelain sculptures\, Buyruk transforms these symbolic concepts into tangible forms; her works juxtapose the fragility and strength of porcelain to echo the tension between human limitations and the potential for transcendence.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-melis-buyruk-four-birds-and-one-soul/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250128T080210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T080210Z
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Dale Chihuly: Selections From Four Decades of Iconic Work
DESCRIPTION:A chance to see work from the last four decades by Dale Chihuly\, undoubtedly the world’s best-known glass artist. Synthesising ideas and practices of the Studio Glass movement in North America with the traditions of the Venetian glass ateliers\, Chihuly’s ambitious six-decade long career has set the bar for glass in contemporary art and redefined the vernacular of abstraction. This show features one large-scale installation and over 50 sculptures in glass\, all embodying Chihuly’s innovative techniques\, bold use of colour\, and captivating forms.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-dale-chihuly-selections-from-four-decades-of-iconic-work/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250127T175458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T175458Z
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Morteza Darehbaghi: Timeless Blossoms
DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, nature has shape artistic expression across cultures. Persian carpets exemplify this influence\, transforming the beauty of gardens and delicate blossoms into intricate designs. These motifs are deeply woven into Iranian craftsmanship\, creating timeless works that connect the human spirit with the natural world. \nMorteza Darehbaghi’s solo exhibition explores the intersection of tradition and modernity through intricate works inspired by the enduring beauty and cultural symbolism of blossoms in art and nature. Drawing inspiration from centuries-old artistic traditions\, Darehbaghi reinterprets classical Persian motifs such as Persian lacquer painting and the iconic Gol-o-Morgh (flower and bird) designs through contemporary techniques. His work echoes the timeless elegance of Persian art while infusing it with dynamic\, modern energy.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-morteza-darehbaghi-timeless-blossoms/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250124T163136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T163136Z
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Solimar Miller: Symphony of the Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:This solo show by the Dubai-based artist/designer celebrates the Gulf’s mangroves\, celebrating their vital role in protecting wildlife\, the coastline\, and the balance of nature\, “celebrating their inherent tranquillity and the intricate tapestry of endangered wildlife thriving within their protective embrace”.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-solimar-miller-symphony-of-the-wetlands/
LOCATION:XVA Gallery\, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood\, Bur Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250319T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250319T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250225T153023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T153023Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Impro: Maestro
DESCRIPTION:The Courtyard’s most peopular evening of elimination improv. Ten actors converge for a night of scenes\, songs and games based on audience suggestions. After each round you score the players on a scale of 1 to 5\, and the one with the lowest score is knocked out. Eventually only one remains\, to be crowned the Maestro. “Fast-paced\, unpredictable\, and hilarious” says the promo\, and you couldn’t argue with that. As with all Courtyard improv evenings it’s free\, but you need to put your name on the guestlist (via the website); and it’s first-come first-served\, so get there early to grab a seat. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/wednesday-night-impro-maestro-46/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Edyta Hul: Savage System
DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition by the Polish artist that “plunges into the fluid\, recursive entanglements of organic abstraction”\, as the gallery puts it. “Her work suggests an alternative realm – an autonomous system where anthropocentric hierarchies dissolve\, leaving behind a world governed by its own primal forces … Her paintings reject binary oppositions of culture and nature\, offering instead an unfolding field of organic proliferation\, independent of human intervention”.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-edyta-hul-savage-system/
LOCATION:Volery Gallery\, Maze Tower - 5201\, Dubai International Financial Center\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T130541Z
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SUMMARY:Edyta Hul: Savage System
DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition by the Polish artist that “plunges into the fluid\, recursive entanglements of organic abstraction”\, as the gallery puts it. “Her work suggests an alternative realm – an autonomous system where anthropocentric hierarchies dissolve\, leaving behind a world governed by its own primal forces … Her paintings reject binary oppositions of culture and nature\, offering instead an unfolding field of organic proliferation\, independent of human intervention”. \nTo 16 April. \nAbove: Edyta Hul\, Untitled (2023)
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/edyta-hul-savage-system/
LOCATION:Volery Gallery\, Maze Tower - 5201\, Dubai International Financial Center\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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GEO:25.20884;55.2770323
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250318T213000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250318T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250225T143855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T144803Z
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SUMMARY:Layth Sidiq Quartet: Ramadaniyyat 2025
DESCRIPTION:A concert for Ramadan\, featuring less well-known Ramadan songs from across the Arab world that celebrate the Holy Month with music that connects the past and present in an intimate and inspiring evening\, performed by Layth Sidiq (violin/voice)\, Samvel Gasparyan (piano)\, Rami Lakkis (bass)\, and Alexander Amoros (percussion).
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/layth-sidiq-quartet-ramadaniyyat-2025/
LOCATION:The Arts Center @ NYUAD\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Concert
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250312T103916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T103938Z
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SUMMARY:The Things She Carries
DESCRIPTION:What does a woman carry\, literally and metaphorically? Is it the weight of expectations\, the symbols of tradition\, or the aspirations she dares to chase? \nThis evolving art installation\, conceptualised by author Purva Grover and art curator Bhairavi Mistry in celebration of International Women’s Day\, foregrounds such questions; visitors are invited to contribute objects that symbolise the expectations society places on women – “heels\, lipstick\, a baby bottle\, a pan\, a measuring tape\, a laptop case\, post-its\, a laundry basket\, an apron\, a vacuum cleaner attachment\, a planner\, dumbbells\, sewing kit\, a stack of fashion magazines\, engagement ring box\, yoga mat\, makeup wipes\, certificates\, cleaning gloves\, and more” … \nRunning alongside is SHE CANVAS\, a more conventional exhibition of 22 artworks curated by Mistry. Featured artists: \nGhia Haddad (above)\nHanan Alwahedi\nReem Alfalasi\nDaria Avdeeva\nTetiana Kruchynina\nTanya Micallef\nYmke Hordijk Evans\nRia Shankar\nMeena Meher\nRaagaanshi Kukunuri\nAvigyan Bhattacharya\nKiran Kumar\nAndrew Thompson \nThe event also features Grover’s recently published SHE\, a non-fiction take on womanhood. \nTo 27 March
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-things-she-carries/
LOCATION:Conrad Dubai\, Sheikh Zayed Road\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250310T165019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T165439Z
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SUMMARY:Marcos Marín
DESCRIPTION:The second edition of ME by Meliá Dubai’s Cultural Connection exhibition series features more than 60 pieces by Brazilian artist Marcos Marín in his signature style – optical and kinetic art panels and sculptures with portraits of world figures\, royals\, and celebrities that combine light\, colour and movement and characteristically invites the viewer to find a variety of physical perspectives by moving around the pieces. Distributed around the hotel’s public areas\, they will include a new work honouring Zaha Hadid\, to be unveiled on 31 March\, the anniversary of her death. \nTo 20 April. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/marcos-marin/
LOCATION:ME by Meliá\, The Opus by Omniyat\, Al Amal Street\, Business Bay\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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GEO:25.188685;55.267073
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250303T174438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T174438Z
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SUMMARY:Noor Al Suwaidi: MatiSsage
DESCRIPTION:Known for her vibrant exploration of colour\, movement\, and abstraction\, Al Suwaidi’s art reflects the dynamic energy of cultural encounters\, music\, and landscapes. This short-run exhibition draws a parallel between her artistic philosophy and Henri Matisse’s; both artists translate emotion into visual rhythm\, using colour to convey harmony and transformation. \nTo 28 March.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/noor-al-suwaidi-matissage/
LOCATION:Alliance Française Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250317T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250317T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250225T152611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T152611Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Comedy: This Is Impro & Film Noir
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 they get stuck into an improvised Murder Mystery\, bringing the 1950s’ Film Noir genre to life on stage using audience suggestions … 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-film-noir-3/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250314T100517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T172226Z
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SUMMARY:Reza Derakshani: I Paint Your Grace\, I Paint Your Pain\, I Paint Love
DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition of paintings by the noted Iranian-American artist. Derakshani has a body of work that spans decades\, with examples in major institutional and private collections worldwide; this exhibition presents a selection of never-before-exhibited works from three of his celebrated series – The Hunt / Riders\, Day and Night / Fig Leaf\, and Migration / Grey Zone – that engage with themes of memory\, identity\, and transformation. \nDrawing inspiration from Persian miniature painting and poetry\, The Hunt evokes the grandeur and nostalgia of medieval iconography with the horse a symbol of spiritual and physical freedom. Day and Night / Fig Leaf explores dualities – light and darkness\, presence and absence – through expressive brushwork\, bold colours\, and rich metallic paints. Migration / Grey Zone contemplates displacement and belonging\, with the slow-walking turtle as a symbol of endurance and an enduring connection to homeland. Says the gallery: “these works offer a rare opportunity to experience the breadth of Derakshani’s artistic vision\, where past and present converge in a thoughtful exploration of form\, colour\, and narrative”. \nTo 15 September. \nAbove: Reza Derakshani\, Midnight Hunt (2024) \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/reza-derakshani-i-paint-your-grace-i-paint-your-pain-i-paint-love/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250316T203000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250316T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250314T134208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T134208Z
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SUMMARY:Drinks and Comedy
DESCRIPTION:This comedykix gig at the Courtyard by Marriott’s Oak Live Bar promises exactly what it says ion the tin – “new and seasoned comedians” plus drinks (there’s free entry but with a minimum AED 50 spend).
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/drinks-and-comedy/
LOCATION:Courtyard by Marriott\, Al Barsha Road\, Al Barsha 1\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250316T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250316T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T110922
CREATED:20250311T160014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T160014Z
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SUMMARY:Le Porteur d'Histoire
DESCRIPTION:Third and final performance for Culture Emulsion’s production of Alexis Michalik’s massively popular theatrical tour de force – a literary treasure hunt that takes its audience through several eras and several lands in the company of a multitude of colourful characters …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/le-porteur-dhistoire-3/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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