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SUMMARY:The Laughter Factory
DESCRIPTION:A very good Laughter Factory tour this month\, with a headliner who deserves to be massive on the comedy circuit (he’s pretty big now\, but catch him while you can still get a ticket at a reasonable price). The acts: \nEmmanuel Sonubi big man\, big smile\, big fun. Highly recommended \nSaanya Abbas globally popular comedian with over half a million fans on her social platforms \nOmar Badawy winner of the ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ award at the Edinburgh Fringe \nRemaining tour dates: \n21 February Radisson Hotel DAMAC Hills\n22 February Dukes\, The Palm
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/the-laughter-factory/
LOCATION:The Club\, Al Mina\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250220T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250220T210000
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SUMMARY:A Real Pain: dir Jesse Eisenberg (2024)
DESCRIPTION:Jesse Eisenberg wrote\, directed and stars in this whip-sharp comedy of two Jewish American cousins touring Poland in honour of their grandmother. The fun comes from the verbal sparring between uptight\, neurotic David (Eisenberg) and his outgoing\, unpredictable cousin Benji (Kieran Culkin)\, but it’s also a substantial and emotionally nourishing character study – and the final shot of the film is absolutely devastating. A BAFTA Award winner\, and tipped for an Oscar too. Very highly recommended.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/a-real-pain-dir-jesse-eisenberg-2024/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
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SUMMARY:Pencil In
DESCRIPTION:A writers’ group intended for writers to practice their craft without the pressures of producing a final outcome\, designed to provide a supportive environment for writers to write alone yet in a group. You’re invited to polish your writing skills while receiving valuable feedback from experienced peer reviewers in English and/or Arabic\, having active conversations with other like-minded writers\, and enjoying a safe space to share personal texts and works … These sessions are free\, drop-ins are welcome\, and you even get a free cup of coffee.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/pencil-in-3/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Words,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250221
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SUMMARY:Mobius Design Studio: Crystal No.6
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition celebrates the historic Dubai neighbourhood of Freej Al Murar (on the Deira side of Dubai Creek) as a living archive of artistry\, community\, and resilience. In this research project\, Sharjah-based Mobius Design Studio – led by Hadeyeh Badri\, Hala Al-Ani\, and Riem Ibrahim – has explored the layered histories and vibrant culture of Freej Al Murar. \nAt its core\, the project acknowledges the erasure driven by capitalism\, where the beauty of traditional garments often overshadows the labour and stories of their makers. The project began with an exploration of the mkhawera\, the traditional embroidered garment of Emirati women; this work pays homage to the artisans who are often excluded from the narrative. \nThe exhibition features an installation of nine addas (embroidery stretchers) with embroidered personal narratives by artisans\, a short film by Abdulla Majjan\, and a publication with essays that explore the neighbourhood’s significance. \nTo 11 March.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/mobius-design-studio-crystal-no-6/
LOCATION:NYUAD Arts Centre Project Space
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250217T111035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T111110Z
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SUMMARY:Nada Baraka and Esraa Elfeky: Across A Velvet Horizon
DESCRIPTION:A collaborative presentation of Egyptian artists Nada Baraka and Esraa Elfeky that plays on “a sense of incompleteness … Here\, history is unfixed and left open to question. Viewers are invited to sit with uncertainty\, to embrace the search even when the full picture remains tantalisingly out of reach”. Baraka’s evocative paintings and Elfeky’s tactile sculptures offer a visual narrative that blurs personal\, cultural\, and environmental histories\, occupying a space between the real and the imagined. \nTo 8 April. \nAbove: Nada Baraka\, Lukewarm Library
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/nada-baraka-and-esraa-elfeky-across-a-velvet-horizon/
LOCATION:Tabari Artspace\, Gate Village Level 2\, DIFC\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250122T152545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T152545Z
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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-43/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
GEO:25.177696;55.2504958
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250217T140953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T140953Z
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SUMMARY:She Chef: dir Melanie Liebheit & Gereon Wetzel (2022)
DESCRIPTION:The remarkable journey of aspiring Austrian chef Agnes Karrasch as she journeys through exceptional restaurants and diverse culinary cultures to become the first and only woman to win the 2018 culinary world cup. Screens as part of the NAAS  She-Reel programme.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/she-chef-dir-melanie-liebheit-gereon-wetzel-2022/
LOCATION:Manarat al Saadiyat\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250219T114500
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250219T144715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T144734Z
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SUMMARY:Young Maestro: Exploring Mood & Emotions
DESCRIPTION:A classical music concert for families with children the combines storytelling with live performance of the pieces by Vivaldi\, Bach\, Mozart and Tchaikovsky to explore the composer’s palette of emotions. It’s performed by the Baldaquin Ensemble\, featuring cellist Petr Gladysh\, a three-time prizewinner at the Karl Davydov International Competition and winner of the European Music Competition Paolo Serrao in Italy. The quartet also includes violists Anna Larionova-Gladysh\, Sergei Belozertsev\, and Daria Kuchenova. \nWe’re not sure if the quoted AED 250 ticket price is for a family or individuals\, or where the cut-off is for free child access: best check with the box office.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/young-maestro-exploring-mood-emotions/
LOCATION:Dubai Opera Studio\, Downtown Dubai\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family/kids
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250220
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SUMMARY:Bente Christensen-Ernst: Under Cover.
DESCRIPTION:A sadly short show of new works from the Danish painter of vivid\, hyperrealistic works (mainly portraits) in oil. To 28 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/bente-christensen-ernst-under-cover/
LOCATION:Urbanist Art Gallery\, Box Park\, Al Wasl Road\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250217T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250122T151952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T151952Z
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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-17feb25/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Improv
GEO:25.177696;55.2504958
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250217T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T092351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T092351Z
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SUMMARY:Cosmopolitan Imagination: Cultural Reflections from the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a citizen of the world? How do literature\, culture\, and identity shape our understanding of belonging and difference? These are the kinds of profound questions that Werner Sollors\, one of our time’s most celebrated cultural critics\, has spent a lifetime exploring. As Emeritus Professor of English and of African American Studies at Harvard and a Global Professor of Literature at NYU Abu Dhabi\, Sollors has charted new ways of thinking about cosmopolitanism\, ethnicity\, and race. \nWith the release of The Werner Sollors Reader from Edinburgh University Press\, Sollers will be talking with Shamoon Zamir\, Professor of Literature and Art History at NYUAD\, about his work.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/cosmopolitan-imagination-cultural-reflections-from-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:NYUAD Campus\, Conference Centre\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T120101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T120101Z
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SUMMARY:Omar Lye-Fook Live at Jazz Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Second of two nights at this superb jazz lounge for a top British soul talent who has had a long and storied career\, much peer approval and an MBE but still deserves wider recognition.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/omar-lye-fook-live-at-jazz-avenue-2/
LOCATION:Jass Lounge\, DIFC – Gate 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250122T154000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T154000Z
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:The final Courtyard 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.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-7/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250116T112425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T112425Z
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SUMMARY:Romeo and Juliet
DESCRIPTION:The final performance 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.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/romeo-and-juliet-4/
LOCATION:Theatre by QE2\, Queen Elizabeth 2\, Port Rashid\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T105416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T110520Z
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SUMMARY:Boiler Room Six
DESCRIPTION:The second (and final) performance of Tom Foreman’s account of the almost impossible but true survival story of Frederick Barrett\, lead firemen in one of the boiler rooms on the Titanic. Barrett’s story is one of the most devastating accounts of the last few hours of Titanic\, and Foreman’s one-man play gives a voice to the working men below deck … The play premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024\, selling out its entire run\, and receiving widespread acclaim\, including being awarded the Best Overall Show of the festival by the Derek Awards.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/boiler-room-six-2/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250116T112651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T112755Z
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SUMMARY:Dubai Bibliophiles: The Day Lasts More than a Hundred Years
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who has read The Day Lasts More than a Hundred Years by Chingiz Aitmatov is free to take part in this book club meetup – attendees will each get the chance to express their impressions\, then a moderator will take the group through some discussion points.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/dubai-bibliophiles-the-day-lasts-more-than-a-hundred-years/
LOCATION:21grams Urban Balkan Bistro\, Meyan Mall\, Al Thanyah St\, Umm Suqeim 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Book club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20241119T161416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T161416Z
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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: \n6 April\n13 April\n20 April\n27 April \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/remote-abu-dhabi-by-rimini-protokoll-11/
CATEGORIES:Experience,Tour/Visit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20241202T152355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T193340Z
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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-2/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Abu Dhabi Beach\, Al Hisn Street\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Poetry,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T115817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T120110Z
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SUMMARY:Omar Lye-Fook Live at Jazz Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Top British soul talent who has had a long and storied career\, much peer approval and an MBE but still deserves wider recognition. A two-night residency at this intimate venue and a knowledgeable audience should suit him\, though. Recommended.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/omar-lye-fook-live-at-jazz-avenue/
LOCATION:Jass Lounge\, DIFC – Gate 2\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250122T153908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T153908Z
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SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:The penultimate Courtyard 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’s a final performance on 16 February. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/almost-maine-6/
LOCATION:Courtyard Playhouse\, Street 4B\, Al Quoz 1\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
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SUMMARY:Boiler Room Six
DESCRIPTION:Now this should be an impressive piece of theatre: Boiler Room Six tells the almost impossible but true survival story of Frederick Barrett\, lead firemen in one of the boiler rooms on the Titanic. Barrett’s story is one of the most devastating accounts of the last few hours of Titanic\, and Tom Foreman’s one-man play gives a voice to the working men below deck … The play premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024\, selling out its entire run\, and receiving widespread acclaim\, including being awarded the Best Overall Show of the festival by the Derek Awards. \nBoiler Room Six is a production of Foreman’s own company\, and it’s touring right now. The play is directed by Tom Foreman\, but we don’t know who’s playing Barrett (in UK shows it’s been Max Beken\, who got some very good reviews). There are just two performances\, on 15 and 16 February.
URL:https://magpie.ae/event/boiler-room-six/
LOCATION:The Junction\, Unit H72\, Alserkal Avenue\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
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/2025-02-15/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T102209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T102209Z
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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
GEO:25.216757;55.3309395
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250204T162856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T145602Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250124T163040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T163139Z
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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
GEO:25.2637606;55.300449
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250205T100754Z
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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LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T112320Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250122T153739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T153739Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250116T112126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T112143Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T224020
CREATED:20250204T162856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T145602Z
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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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