The Courtyard's most peopular evening of elimination improv in an all-female version for one night only, in celebration of International Women’s Day, Ten of Dubai’s virtuoso female actors converge for a night of scenes, songs and games based on audience [ ... ]
Sedira's films represent a profound archival exploration of identity, and cultural activism. Born in 1963 to Algerian parents, her work is deeply rooted in her self-narration but also sheds light on broader, interconnected global anxieties surrounding cultural emancipation and diaspora. [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
"A mesmerising tapestry of tales" promises the blurb. Written and directed by Rasika Agashe, it's a magical look at the fate of Scheherazade, the narrator of the original ‘One Thousand and One Nights’. Rasika Agashe says she has long been [ ... ]
An event in celebration of International Women's Day that features a panel discussion with Emirati writer Salha Obaid, a bookmark-making workshop, and a live calligraphy performance.
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 [ ... ]
The second performance of this retelling of One Thousand and One Nights, written and directed by Rasika Agashe who has approached the Arabian Nights stories as the account of strong women navigating their survival through storytelling.
The second in The Gallery Collective, a series of sort-of gallery takeovers whereby Sotheby's Dubai is giving its DIFC exhibition space over to a series of local galleries in a two-year run starting in November. Every six to eight weeks, [ ... ]
A panel discussion in celebration of International Women’s Day, featuring a group of top female curators with local connections. Speakers: Suheyla Takesh Director, Barjeel Art Foundation Paz Monge Museum Curator, Guggenheim Chimere Cissé Founder, Art|Kōrero and STELLA Alliance Moderated by [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
This exhibition celebrates the historic Dubai neighbourhood of Freej Al MurarFreej Al Murar 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 [ ... ]
A solo exhibition for the Russian artist and sculptor, showcasing large-scale abstract paintings and double-sided sculptural steles. Curated by Oblong Contemporary's owner Paola Marucci, art historian Elena Zaytseva, and Lena Lenskaya from Lenskaya Design Bureau, the exhibition promises "a unique [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
Benjamin Malick, who recently established a studio at Hatta, has been working on a major body of work titled Tales of Sarab which documents his experiences since arriving in the UAE in 2020 – a project that has given him [ ... ]
"An immersive exploration of The Prism’s distinctive artistic vision ... Going beyond aesthetics, these exhibitions create emotionally and spiritually resonant experiences, transforming light and space to challenge perceptions and inspire deep reflection ... Through dynamic interplays of form, colour, and [ ... ]
Stanley Donen’s Paris-set romantic screwball / comedy / mystery film has been described as "the best Hitchcock film Hitchcock never made" – it has a genius plot, an elegant (or kitschy, depending on your tastes) vibe, and real chemistry between [ ... ]
La Troupe de Culture Emulsion (Dubai's only Francophone theatre group?) presents 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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
Second performance (of three) 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 [ ... ]
Barjeel Art Foundation founder and noted cultural commentator Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi talks with Athar Jaber about the artist's practice, life, and thoughts. Athar Jaber’s first solo show at Ayyam Gallery, titled Vestiges, is midway through its run (to 1 [ ... ]
Bringing together more than 40 artists and collectives, drawing from politics, history, economics and urbanism, this exhibition takes a playful yet serious approach to how animals navigate and thrive within the gaps of urban environments. What happens when animals escape [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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).
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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, [ ... ]
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? This evolving art installation, conceptualised by author Purva Grover and art curator Bhairavi Mistry in [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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.
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
"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, [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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 [ ... ]
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