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SUMMARY:Candlelight: From Mozart to Chopin
DESCRIPTION:Aldo Dotti plays a 65 minute programme of piano favourites\, outdoors at the Jumeriah Al Qasr’s Céleste poolside restuarant. The programme: \nMozart: Rondo alla Turca from Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major\, K 331\nMozart: Piano Sonata No. 12 in F Major\, K.332 – I. Allegro\nMozart: “Queen of the Night” Aria (Der Hölle Rache) from The Magic Flute\, K.620\nBeethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor\, Op.67 – I. Allegro con brio\nBeethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor\, Op.27 No.2 (“Moonlight Sonata”) – I. Adagio sostenuto\nBeethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor\, Op.13 (“Pathétique”) – III. Rondo: Allegro\nLiszt: Liebestraum No. 3 in A-flat Major\, S.541\nChopin: Nocturne in E-flat Major\, Op.9 No.2\nChopin: Waltz in C-sharp Minor\, Op.64 No.2\nChopin: Scherzo in B-flat Minor\, Op.31 No.2 \nThe ticket includes a 20% discount on several of the hotel’s bars and restaurants on the same day; and for AED 530 you can include a three-course dinner at Pierchic too\, which itself is a pretty romantic location …
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/candlelight-from-mozart-to-chopin-2/
LOCATION:Jumeirah Al Qasr\, Madinat Jumeirah\, Umm Suqeim\, Dubai
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20250124T165620Z
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SUMMARY:Al Hosn Festival
DESCRIPTION:Two weeks of Emirati culture\, past and present – “a living expression of Abu Dhabi’s cultural heritage” – in what is probably the traditional heart of Abu Dhabi. \nBuilding on the success of the last festival\, the 2025 event sees the return of the traditional crafts area Makers Space – “through a rich programme of workshops\, talks and design showcases\, guests can learn skills for camping\, adventure and navigating the environment\, and explore how a deep history of life lived in harmony with the landscape is echoed in fresh approaches to design in the UAE today”. \nAlso returning is the Gahwa Championships for the preparation of traditional Arabic coffee; House of Artisans will present Al Teeb\, a celebration of traditional Emirati perfumery; and isitors can also learn more about Emirati culture with Sanad Al Sanaa\, a play showcasing national values like hospitality\, solidarity and cooperation.  \nThe festival’s rousing main show\, created in partnership with Abu Dhabi Heritage Police\, brings together shadow-play projections\, grand poetry recitals\, and a performance of the traditional Al Tcholeeb – horseriders chant poetry in rhythm with their horses’ hooves as they celebrate their victorious return to Qasr Al Hosn. \nNew this year is a Women’s Majlis\, rooted in the desert environment\, and a chance to get up close and personal with the hunting animals of the region. There are performances\, souks\, F&B\, arts and crafts\, family workshops\, camels\, poetry\, film\, gaming\, fashion\, and more … \nThe full programme is here. The festival open 4pm to 11pm every day. \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/al-hosn-festival/
LOCATION:Al Hosn\, Abu Dhabi
CATEGORIES:Festival,Heritage
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250204
DTSTAMP:20250127T155210Z
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SUMMARY:Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
DESCRIPTION:The UAE’s biggest and best literary event is back at the newly renovated InterContinental Dubai Festival City\, with the usual cornucopia of writers\, creators and thought leaders – a total of around 150 events. That’s slightly fewer than usual\, and the festival is a day shorter than last year; there’s still the usual favourites (Desert Stanzas\, LitFest After Hours\, Discovery Talks\, the LitFest Families programme) running alongside the busy schedule of author talks and panels. \nBig-name authors this time include Abraham Verghese\, Hala Gorani\, Daniel Handler (aka Lemony Snicket)\, Chigozie Obioma\, Abdel Illah Benarafa\, poet and author Khalid Albudoor\, and the celebrated Palestinian chef and cookbook author Fadi Kattan. \n“Global conversations around identity and culture have never been more crucial\,” said LitFest director Ahlam Bolooki\, “and we are honoured to welcome literary icons from across the globe whose works speak to the heart of these issues … Now\, more than ever\, we need stories that connect us to our shared humanity\, and the Emirates LitFest is where those stories happen”. \nThe full programme is here\, including prices. The days usually start at 10am and most sessions should be done by 6pm\, though a few don’t start till 7 or 8pm. \n 
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/emirates-airline-festival-of-literature/
LOCATION:Festival City\, Dubai
CATEGORIES:Festival,Words
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250127T175418Z
CREATED:20250127T175418Z
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SUMMARY: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. \nTo 20 March. \nRight: Morteza Darehbaghi\, The Beauty of Summer (2024)
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/morteza-darehbaghi-timeless-blossoms/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250128T080216Z
CREATED:20250128T080109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T080216Z
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SUMMARY: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. \nA beacon within the exhibition\, Chihuly’s Tower and Persian Wall installations are monumental glass sculptures that redefine the spaces in which they are placed. Whether kaleidoscopic marvels or monochromatic wonders\, they cast a spellbinding dance of light and shadow\, reshaping environments with their luminous presence. \nAlso showcased are Chihuly’s Drawings and Light Drawings\, providing a window into the genesis of his creations. These two-dimensional marvels vividly translate his visionary spirit into a riot of colours and dynamic forms\, weaving a tapestry of inspiration. \nTo 20 March. \nRight: Dale Chihuly\, Opera Blue Seaform Set with Turkish Red Lip Wraps (1999)
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/dale-chihuly-selections-from-four-decades-of-iconic-work%c2%a7%c2%a7/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250129T091453Z
CREATED:20250128T080406Z
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SUMMARY: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. \nTo 20 March. \nRight: Melis Buyruk\, The Peacock (Symbol of Pride and Vanity) (2024)
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/melis-buyruk-four-birds-and-one-soul/
LOCATION:Leila Heller Gallery\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250128T082042Z
CREATED:20250128T081605Z
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SUMMARY:Abdullah Al Saadi: Sites of Memory\, Sites of Amnesia
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of ten works by the influential Khor Fakkan artist\, one of the “Pioneer Five” who bolstered the contemporary art scene in the UAE in the 1980s and influenced a generation of artists in the region. Curated by Tarek Abou El Fetouh\, this show offers a reflection on his decades-long artistic practice; expanding on the work initially presented in the UAE National Pavilion at the 2024 Biennale di Venezia in 2024. \nIn his practice\, Al Saadi embodies a wanderer\, chronicler\, cartographer\, poet\, decipherer\, memory carrier\, and storyteller. This exhibition includes works that were produced on his journeys in the wilderness\, and invites viewers to explore his creative process in relation to the practices of Arab poets from centuries ago. \nTo 4 May.
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/abdullah-al-saadi-sites-of-memory-sites-of-amnesia/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20250128T083356Z
CREATED:20250128T082921Z
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SUMMARY:Alla Abdunabi: Are your memories of me enough for you?
DESCRIPTION:Alla Abdunabi’s first solo exhibition presents a new body of work that critiques and engages with simulacra\, a concept used in philosophy and cultural studies to analyse how symbols shape our perceptions of what is accepted as “real.” \nThe work emphasises the ways that iconography has been preserved and restored across different periods of history. In doing so\, it raises crucial questions about how symbols not only endure but gain new significance as they are continually reintroduced into contemporary contexts. This restoration process\, rather than simply reviving a historical moment or object\, often reinforces the power structures embedded within them.Through the preservation of these icons in art\, museums\, or public spaces\, Abdunabi investigates their influence and how they shape cultural and political narratives into the future. \nCentral to the exhibition is the narrative of the Barbary lion\, whose physical extinction and symbolic immortality serve as the perfect illustration of this phenomenon. Once native to North Africa\, the Barbary lion was hunted into extinction by imperial powers\, becoming a casualty of both ecological destruction and colonial assertion of dominance over nature. Yet\, even in death\, the Barbary lion lives on as a potent symbol of imperial power and grandeur. \nAlla Abdunabi is participating in the 2025 cycle of the 421 Artistic Development Program\, an annual capacity-building initiative that provides early-career artists in the UAE with the opportunity to explore new techniques\, test ideas\, and create a cohesive body of work for their first solo exhibition. \nTo 4 May.
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/alla-abdunabi-are-your-memories-of-me-enough-for-you/
LOCATION:421 Arts Campus\, Mina Zayed\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250130T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20250130T213000
DTSTAMP:20250116T124212Z
CREATED:20250116T124145Z
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UID:60104-1738265400-1738272600@magpie.ae
SUMMARY:Beytna – Cie Omar Rajeh | Maqamat
DESCRIPTION:An interesting idea – five dancer/choreographers (Omar Rajeh\, May Bou Matar\, Anani Sanouvi\, Koen Augustijnen\, Jihun Choi) and four musicians (Ziad El Ahmadie\, Samir Nasr Eddine\, Youssef Hbeisch\, Afif Merhej) meet onstage over a banquet. Bringing different artistic experiences and ideas from different cultures and countries\, they talk\, drink\, laugh\, dance\, and prepare food together. As the conversation develops\, this meeting becomes the starting point of a more complex choreographic and conceptual performance … Presented with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
URL:https://magpie.ae/staging4/event/beytna-cie-omar-rajeh-maqamat/
LOCATION:The Arts Center @ NYUAD\, NYUAD Campus\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Dance
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