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SUMMARY:Cirque Dreams: Elysion
DESCRIPTION:“A breathtaking journey through a land of pure imagination and wonder … an extraordinary adventure into a world of fantasy and awe” promises the blurb\, adding “the audience is transported to an ethereal garden atmosphere\, alive with animated creatures that embody the tranquillity and chaos of nature”. \nIf you think the description of the show – a “vivid\, three-dimensional world is filled with astonishing acrobatics\, captivating choreography\, and beautiful costumes” – sounds like Cirque du Soleil\, you’d be right; although started independently\, Cirque Dreams was acquired by Cirque du Soleil’s owners in 2018 and runs as a kind of junior operation. Its shows are still spectacular demonstrations of modern circus arts and high-tech staging (especially lighting)\, but they tend to be smaller and perhaps less pretentious than the parent company’s productions. \nThe current show apparently draws inspiration from the concept of Elysium\, “a place of perfect happiness and eternal peace” – in Greek mythology it was the paradise where heroes went if the gods had conferred immortality of them. In the Cirque Dreams interpretation with the adapted name it’s rather different\, a garden setting “where every creature\, from the tiniest insect to the grandest display\, contributes to the tapestry of life … The fusion of an immersive production design\, other-worldly costume designs\, and the unparalleled skill of our performers brings this blissful garden to life”. \nThe lustre have gone from the ‘new circus’ idea\, and it’s unlikely that Elysion will “redefine the boundaries of circus artistry and theatricality” as the press release suggests; but it should still make for a decent evening’s entertainment – especially with tickets starting at a modest AED 75. \nThere are two shows a day at 3pm and 6.30pm in a purpose built tent in Al Ain Square\, right by Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium. The upcoming dates: \n1 September 3pm and 6.30pm\n6 September 3pm and 6.30pm\n7 September 3pm and 6.30pm\n8 September 3pm and 6.30pm
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/cirque-dreams-elysion-5/
LOCATION:Al Ain Square\, Al Ain\, Eastern Region\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Circus
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SUMMARY:Tom Alban: Validation
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see one of the rising stars of British stand-up before he really gets famous (he’s also an actor\, so he has two chances). Expect clever storytelling and relatable anecdotes\, infectious humour\, and really good crowd work … This is a version of a show he previewed at the Normal for Norfolk festival in July; it sold out\, and he was (by all accounts) excellent. The always reliable Imah Dumagay hosts\, the effervescent Arab-Irish comic Sahar Ali has the opening act.
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/tom-alban-validation/
LOCATION:Zabeel Theatre\, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray\, Palm Jumeirah West Crescent\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Beethoven's Best Works
DESCRIPTION:A second candlelit performance this evening for pianist Aldo Dotto\, who did Chopin at 7pm. This programme of Beethoven favourites lasts around 65 minutes: \n♦ ‘Für Elise’ (Bagatelle no.25 in A minor)\n♦ Piano Sonata No.21 (Waldstein) – 1st movement\n♦ Piano Sonata op. 27 No.2 (Moonlight) – 1st\, 2nd and 3rd movements\n♦ Piano Sonata op.13 ‘Pathetique’ – 1st\, 2nd and 3rd movements\n♦ Symphony No.5 (transcr. Liszt) \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/candlelight-beethovens-best-works-6/
LOCATION:Emirates Palace\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Recital
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