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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/2025-02-15/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T183000
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Short Circuits by Vikram Divecha
DESCRIPTION:A conversation between Vikram Divecha and writer Robert Kilroy about the publication developed after Divecha’s 2024 solo exhibition at the Jameel\, exploring his concept of “found processes”\, where he observes how people navigate\, adapt and disrupt systems. Recommended.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/book-launch-short-circuits-by-vikram-divecha/
LOCATION:Jameel Arts Centre\, Al Jaddaf\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Book launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T120000
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SUMMARY:L’ÉCOLE Festival
DESCRIPTION:“An immersive celebration of jewellery arts” with “an exciting lineup of engaging experiences” that showcase the school’s expertise across its three pillars: art history\, ‘savoir-faire’\, and gemology. The jewellery school’s director\, Sophie Claudel\, describes it as “a celebration of everything we stand for at L’ÉCOLE – sharing knowledge\, inspiring creativity\, and building community. By opening our doors to the public in such a dynamic and joyful way\, we hope to engage families\, students\, and jewellery enthusiasts alike\, creating unforgettable moments and sparking new passions for the jewellery arts”. \nThe two-day festival includes exhibitions\, demos\, hands-on workshops for kids (6-16 years)\, in-person conversations led by L’ÉCOLE’s experts and lecturers\, a curated programme of jewellery-inspired films\, and a gallery spotlighting L’ÉCOLE’s collaborations with local initiatives.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/lecole-festival/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:L’ÉCOLE Middle East\, School of Jewelry Arts\, Building 10\, Dubai Design District\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival,Jewellery
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
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SUMMARY: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”. To 20 March.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/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;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T101551Z
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SUMMARY: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. To 16 March.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
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SUMMARY:Romeo and Juliet
DESCRIPTION:Two further performances (at 2.30 and 7.30pm) for this version of the Shakespeare play featuring a five-piece band\, songs by Queen\, dancing\, and lots of swordfighting. \nSays the blurb: “Imagine Shakespeare’s classic envisioned by Freddie Mercury\, blending elements of Zeffirelli\, Baz Luhrmann\, Jamie Lloyd and Bridgerton into a magical spectacle. The production features iconic Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody\, We Will Rock You\, Somebody to Love\, Who wants to live forever and We are the Champions …” Director Alex Broun says the adaptation by Lydia DeSouza “takes the original story to a whole new level and reveals magic that may often be lost in the text. The show literally has everything – dancing\, duels\, romance\, singing\, and one of the greatest love stories of all time. This will be a night of pure joy you won’t forget.” And of course it opens on Valentine’s Day … \nThe production is directed by Broun for the highly rated Cross Bronx Crew\, “an award-winning theatre group that loves the art of acting\, making good theatre\, and having fun while we do it …”. The cast features a mix of some of the city’s top actors plus recent Sharjah Performing Arts Academy graduates ”and exciting new faces”. Musical direction is by Sam Randall\, choreography by Beth Mitchinson from Music Theatre Dubai\, and fight choreography by Jay Nagjee. \nThere’s a final performances at 7.30pm on 16 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/romeo-and-juliet-2/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T220000
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:A second performance 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 one of the most popular playscripts in the States. \nIt’s directed by “invited members of [the Courtyard] community”\, coordinated by Penny Mackenzie and Tawfeeq Samodien. As with all Courtyard shows\, this is a free and unticketed event (donations welcome) – put your name on the guestlist and get there early enough to bag a seat. \nThere are further performances on 15 1and 16 February. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-5/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T213000
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SUMMARY:Romeo and Juliet
DESCRIPTION:Now this looks a lot of fun: a version of the Shakespeare play (pretty faithful to the original\, apparently) woven together with Queen music\, a five-piece band and choir\, dancing\, and lots of swordfighting. \nSays the blurb: “Imagine Shakespeare’s classic envisioned by Freddie Mercury\, blending elements of Zeffirelli\, Baz Luhrmann\, Jamie Lloyd and Bridgerton into a magical spectacle. The production features iconic Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody\, We Will Rock You\, Somebody to Love\, Who wants to live forever and We are the Champions …” Director Alex Broun says the adaptation by Lydia DeSouza “takes the original story to a whole new level and reveals magic that may often be lost in the text. The show literally has everything – dancing\, duels\, romance\, singing\, and one of the greatest love stories of all time. This will be a night of pure joy you won’t forget.” And of course it opens on Valentine’s Day … \nThe production is directed by Broun for the highly rated Cross Bronx Crew\, “an award-winning theatre group that loves the art of acting\, making good theatre\, and having fun while we do it …”. The cast features a mix of some of the city’s top actors plus recent Sharjah Performing Arts Academy graduates ”and exciting new faces”. Musical direction is by Sam Randall\, choreography by Beth Mitchinson from Music Theatre Dubai\, and fight choreography by Jay Nagjee. \nThere are further performances at 2.30 and 7.30pm on 15 February and 7.30pm on 16 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/romeo-and-juliet/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250214T220000
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SUMMARY:L’ÉCOLE Festival
DESCRIPTION:“An immersive celebration of jewellery arts” with “an exciting lineup of engaging experiences” that showcase the school’s expertise across its three pillars: art history\, ‘savoir-faire’\, and gemology. The jewellery school’s director\, Sophie Claudel\, describes it as “a celebration of everything we stand for at L’ÉCOLE – sharing knowledge\, inspiring creativity\, and building community. By opening our doors to the public in such a dynamic and joyful way\, we hope to engage families\, students\, and jewellery enthusiasts alike\, creating unforgettable moments and sparking new passions for the jewellery arts”. \nThe two-day festival includes exhibitions\, demos\, hands-on workshops for kids (6-16 years)\, in-person conversations led by L’ÉCOLE’s experts and lecturers\, a curated programme of jewellery-inspired films\, and a gallery spotlighting L’ÉCOLE’s collaborations with local initiatives.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/lecole-festival/2025-02-14/
LOCATION:L’ÉCOLE Middle East\, School of Jewelry Arts\, Building 10\, Dubai Design District\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival,Jewellery
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250212T154532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T204208Z
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SUMMARY:Block Barty
DESCRIPTION:“Better than the art afterparty” claims 421. “We’re ramping up the art season with pop-up vendors\, independent brands\, eclectic workshops\, diverse entertainment\, neighbourhood walks\, and obviously\, more art … Block Barty is for the ‘art’ people\, the non-art art people\, the people you kinda know from the internet but not really because approaching them might be awkward (but you do it anyway). And the people who bring their confused – but supportive – parents to the party.” \nNot sure that tells us much\, but the enthusiasm is undeniable – and it’s all free. The weekend features workshops and participations\, food stalls\, the Urban Market Concept (“pop-ups\, thrifting and more”)\, and live music and breakdancing on stage: \n14 February\n7-9pm Mic Sessions by The Fridge\n9pm-1am Last Seen Live Leoné Murphy\, Fulana\, Adiga & Sammany followed by DJ Mobat & DJ Justiblvck \n15 February\n7-9pm Break Dance Battle by the Urban Market Concept\n9pm-1am Last Seen Live Nurzy\, & Zaid Khaled followed by DJ Gloria & DJ eLo
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/block-barty/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
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SUMMARY:Potted Potter
DESCRIPTION:The final Dubai performances (at 3pm and 7pm) of this very silly\, very funny show: all seven Harry Potter books (and a game of Quidditch) condensed into 70 minutes\, with all the main Harry Potter characters\, endless costumes\, brilliant songs\, ridiculous props\, and a special appearance from a fire-breathing dragon … “Gloriously irreverent\,” said Time Out London; “inventive\, daft fun for all the family” said the Guardian. \nThere are further shows at Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Foundation on 21 and 22 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/potted-potter-4/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250213T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250213T220000
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:A rare non-improv evening at the Courtyard\, and a perfect Valentine’s treat: 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 one of the most popular playscripts in the States. \nIt’s directed by “invited members of [the Courtyard] community”\, coordinated by Penny Mackenzie and Tawfeeq Samodien. As with all Courtyard shows\, this is a free and unticketed event (donations welcome) – put your name on the guestlist and get there early enough to bag a seat. \nThere are further performances on 14\, 15 and 16 February. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-4/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250213T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250213T213000
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CREATED:20250212T151119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T151119Z
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SUMMARY:Sabrina: dir Billy Wilder (1954)
DESCRIPTION:A newly-restored print of one of Hollywood’s classics – romantic\, witty\, a great director\, and full of stars: Humphrey Bogart\, William Holden and Audrey Hepburn lead in this Cinderella story of a gauche girl who returns from a trip to Paris as elegant\, sophisticated and very attractive to the brothers who run her the business that employs her father …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/sabrina-dir-billy-wilder-1954-2/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
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SUMMARY:Potted Potter
DESCRIPTION:Two more performances (at 3pm and 7pm) of this very silly\, very funny show: all seven Harry Potter books (and a game of Quidditch) condensed into 70 minutes\, with all the main Harry Potter characters\, endless costumes\, brilliant songs\, ridiculous props\, and a special appearance from a fire-breathing dragon … “Gloriously irreverent\,” said Time Out London; “inventive\, daft fun for all the family” said the Guardian. \nThere are further shows at 3pm and 7pm on 14 and 15 February; it then moves to Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Foundation for 21 and 22 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/potted-potter-2/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
GEO:25.2621669;55.2810185
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250212T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T152459Z
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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-42/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
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SUMMARY:Potted Potter
DESCRIPTION:Very silly\, very funny: all seven Harry Potter books (and a game of Quidditch) condensed into 70 minutes\, with all the main Harry Potter characters\, endless costumes\, brilliant songs\, ridiculous props\, and a special appearance from a fire-breathing dragon … “Gloriously irreverent\,” said Time Out London; “inventive\, daft fun for all the family” said the Guardian. \nThe show\, which has been seen by more than a million people around the world since its 2006 premiere\, was written by Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner; it’s performed here by Scott Hoatson and Joseph Maudsley\, in a production directed by Richard Hurst. \nThere are shows at 3pm and 7pm on 12\, 13\, 14 and 15 February; it then moves to Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Foundation for 21 and 22 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/potted-potter/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
GEO:25.2621669;55.2810185
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250211T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250211T230000
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SUMMARY:The Fridge Concert Series Season 45: Arqam | Vahimiti
DESCRIPTION:The Fridge’s series of showcase concerts closes with Emirati soul singer Arqam – six hit singles to date. Support comes in the form of Polynesian from Vahimiti\, debuting two tracks from her upcoming album.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-fridge-concert-series-season-45-arqam-vahimiti/
LOCATION:The Fridge\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Gig
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
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SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Bygones
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to come from a home that does not exist today? The artworks in this exhibition examine the idea of true foreigners – whose left-behind homes exist not only in a different place\, but also in a different time. Bygones was born out of a longing for community\, and reflects on the trials and tribulations of holding onto a homeland when one relates wholeheartedly to what it once was\, but what it is no longer. \nThis is a deeply personal exhibition for curator Anita Shishani\, who has included her own paintings\, weaving her voice into the dialogue visually. Artists Anastasia A\, Alla Abdunabi\, Aya Afaneh\, Houssam Ballan\, Bady Dalloul\, Hala El Abora\, Zaina El-Said\, Syed Hussain\, Diana Ishaqat\, Pouran Jinchi\, Anuar Khalifi\, Yoonsik Chico Park\, and Ansadat Zumsoy have contributed their work.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-bygones/
LOCATION:NYUAD Project Space\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
GEO:24.5302924;54.4451578
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=NYUAD Project Space NYUAD Campus Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island:geo:54.4451578,24.5302924
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250210T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250210T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250122T151853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T151853Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Comedy: This Is Impro
DESCRIPTION:Exactly what it says: a regular Monday evening of scenes\, stories and narrative improvisation influenced by audience suggestions and featuring the Courtyard Playhouse’s most experienced improv performers plus guests. Classic Courtyard 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-10feb25/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
GEO:25.177696;55.2504958
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Courtyard Playhouse Street 4B Al Quoz 1 Dubai United Arab Emirates;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1:geo:55.2504958,25.177696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250210T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250204T155130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T155200Z
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SUMMARY:TOUCH: dir Baltasar Kormákur (2024)
DESCRIPTION:Superbly filmed\, the romantic film of the year spans decades\, continents and cultures as a widower embarks on an emotional journey. Based on the bestseller by Ólafur Jóhann Ólafsson and directed by Iceland’s multi-award-winning director Baltasar Kormákur\, TOUCH is the story of Kristofer (Egill Ólafsson) who sets off from Iceland on a seemingly impossible mission to track down his first love decades after he last saw her in London. The trail eventually leads him to Japan and an astonishing discovery … Bring a hankie.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/touch-dir-baltasar-kormakur-2024/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Film
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://magpie.ae/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/touch.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250128T083748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T083748Z
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SUMMARY:Performance Co/Lab
DESCRIPTION:An ongoing programme of performance exercises such as contact improvisation\, breath work\, acting warm-ups\, games\, and techniques aimed at “performing artists\, creatives\, and curious individuals looking to explore movement practices. Instructors are multidisciplinary theatre artist and game designer Carlos Páez González; and dance creator\, director\, and teacher Mary Chase. \nWe’ve heard good things about these sessions. They’re free\, but spaces are limited …
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/performance-co-lab-3/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
GEO:24.5224833;54.3877183
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=421 Arts Campus Mina Zayed Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Mina Zayed:geo:54.3877183,24.5224833
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20241119T163041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T163041Z
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SUMMARY:Remote Al Ain by Rimini Protokoll
DESCRIPTION:Rimini Protokoll pushes the boundaries of conventional theatre. During this performance walk within the collective’s ‘Remote X’ series (2013–ongoing)\, you are invited to explore the growing presence of artificial intelligence in future cities; for this tour\, designed specifically for Al Ain\, you wear headphones (provided) and are guided by a computer-generated voice (in Arabic or English) into familiar and unfamiliar sites “that emerge as if from an imagined film”. \nThe starting point is Al Jahili Fort. \nThe Rimini Protokoll experience is remarkable and can be eye-opening; the collective has done Abu Dhabi a couple of times in the past\, as part of early Abu Dhabi Art extras\, and we’d heartily recommend the trip … \nThis is part of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial. \nFuture dates: \n23 February \n6 April\n13 April\n20 April\n27 April \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/remote-al-ain-by-rimini-protokoll-10/
CATEGORIES:Experience,Tour/Visit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20241119T161351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T161351Z
UID:10010900-1739120400-1739127600@magpie.ae
SUMMARY:Remote Abu Dhabi by Rimini Protokoll
DESCRIPTION:Rimini Protokoll pushes the boundaries of conventional theatre. During this performance walk within the collective’s ‘Remote X’ series (2013–ongoing)\, you are invited to explore the growing presence of artificial intelligence in future cities; for this tour\, designed specifically for Abu Dhabi\, you wear headphones (provided) and are guided by a computer-generated voice (in Arabic or English) into familiar and unfamiliar sites “that emerge as if from an imagined film”. \nThe starting point is the Landmark Tower on the Abu Dhabi Corniche Family Park. The Rimini Protokoll experience is remarkable and can be eye-opening; the collective has done Abu Dhabi a couple of times in the past\, as part of early Abu Dhabi Art extras\, and we’d heartily recommend the trip … \nThis is part of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial. \nFuture dates: \n16 February \n6 April\n13 April\n20 April\n27 April \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/remote-abu-dhabi-by-rimini-protokoll-10/
CATEGORIES:Experience,Tour/Visit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250204T153745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T154010Z
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SUMMARY:Willow: dir Ron Howard (1988)
DESCRIPTION:Warwick Davis stars as Willow Ufgood in this Tolkien-ish family-friendly mix of fun\, fantasy and action; the diminutive Willow teams up with a wandering rogue swordsman (Val Kilmer) to protect a baby princess who has miraculously fallen into his care. It is foretold this baby girl will bring about the end of the rule of evil sorceress-queen Bavmorda (jean Marsh\, obviously having a lot of fun in the role) … A swashbuckling epic adventure with heart and soul\, and some brilliant special effects too.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/willow-dir-ron-howard-1988/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Film
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://magpie.ae/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/willow.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20241202T152355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T193340Z
UID:10010972-1739111400-1739116800@magpie.ae
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-2/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Abu Dhabi Beach\, Al Hisn Street\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Poetry,Workshop
GEO:24.4834161;54.3527734
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abu Dhabi Beach Al Hisn Street Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Al Hisn Street:geo:54.3527734,24.4834161
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20241016T133046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T133046Z
UID:10010743-1739059200-1739145599@magpie.ae
SUMMARY:LAST CHANCE Post-Impressionism: Beyond Appearances
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of masterpieces from the Post-Impressionist period that is organised into in nine sections\, each celebrating both the individual styles and the shared themes that connect this transformative era in art – visitors can follow paths dedicated to Neo-Impressionism\, Cézanne\, Gauguin and Pont-Aven\, Van Gogh\, the Nabis\, Toulouse-Lautrec\, Odilon Redon\, Prints\, and the new movements that emerged. The final section\, which includes works by the Egyptian artist Georges Hanna Sabbagh\, illustrates how the influence of Post-Impressionism reached beyond Europe.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/last-chance-post-impressionism-beyond-appearances/
LOCATION:Louvre Abu Dhabi\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
GEO:24.5302924;54.4451578
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Louvre Abu Dhabi Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Saadiyat Island:geo:54.4451578,24.5302924
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250204T173544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T174425Z
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SUMMARY:Gidion's Knot
DESCRIPTION:The final performances (at 2pm and 8pm) for this powerful two-hander by Johanna Adams. Over the course of a parent/teacher conference\, a grieving mother and an emotionally overwhelmed primary school teacher have a fraught conversation about the tragic suicide of the mother’s son. Gidion may have been bullied – or he may have been an abuser … As his story is slowly uncovered\, the women try to reconstruct a satisfying explanation for Gidion’s act as they come to terms with their own feelings of culpability. \nOsman Aboubakr directs Eliane Germanos and Caroline Hamrén. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/gidions-knot-3/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
GEO:25.1431157;55.2246127
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Junction Unit H72 Alserkal Avenue Dubai United Arab Emirates;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue:geo:55.2246127,25.1431157
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250205T134351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T134351Z
UID:10011706-1739044800-1739055600@magpie.ae
SUMMARY:Vanessa Moreno Live at Jazz Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Second of two nights at this top jazz lounge venue for the acclaimed Brazilian singer and composer. The top British jazz singer Emma Smith provides the support.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/vanessa-moreno-live-at-jazz-avenue-2/
LOCATION:Jass Lounge\, DIFC – Gate 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Jazz
GEO:25.2103402;55.2783856
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Jass Lounge DIFC – Gate 2 Dubai;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=DIFC – Gate 2:geo:55.2783856,25.2103402
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250204T151653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T151653Z
UID:10011319-1739044800-1739052000@magpie.ae
SUMMARY:Seven and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Comedy from the coolest Chinaman in town at what he calls “the coolest gallery café in Dubai” for “a night of stand-up\, good vibes\, and unfiltered laughs”. DM seven_chinaman on Instagram for a reservation.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/seven-and-friends/
LOCATION:The Workshop\, Villa 45 - St 23b\, off Al Wasl Road\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
GEO:25.1575366;55.2268809
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Workshop Villa 45 - St 23b off Al Wasl Road Dubai;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Villa 45 - St 23b\, off Al Wasl Road:geo:55.2268809,25.1575366
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T140357
CREATED:20250128T095003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T160001Z
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SUMMARY:New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra: Kyohei Sorita
DESCRIPTION:In the second concert for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Festival with the New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Yutaka Sado\, the orchestra plays Yasushi Akutagawa’s Triptyque for Strings and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No.5. The soloist is the young rising star Kyohei Sorita (above)\, who plays Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No.1.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/new-japan-philharmonic-orchestra-jonathan-tetelman-kyohei-sorita-2/
LOCATION:Emirates Palace\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://magpie.ae/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/prof2-1280x560-1.jpg
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