Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for February 9, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE.
Want to see your event listed here? Email us with the details and contact information at listings@thenational.ae
Al Ain
Food festival
Enjoy international delicacies from 25 top food trucks from the UAE, the UK, the US and Singapore at the Love Food Festival in Al Ain. Authentic street-food vendors will offer a wide variety of treats – shrimp’po boys, chicken pad thai tacos, chilli crab bun, fennel fries, truffle pizza, camel burgers and funnel cakes. Activities include live music, a children’s zone and a Bedouin tent.
Daily until Saturday, 5pm to 11pm on Thursday; 2pm to 11pm on Friday and Saturday, from Dh45 at the door, Cricket Club, Al Al Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club, Al Ain, www.facebook.com/lovefoodfest
Dubai
Art exhibition
Submersion Series by photographer James Harvey opens today at Showcase Gallery. In the exhibition, Harvey shares images of the different physical, mental and emotional reactions that take place when man meets water. Pictured: Ascend
Opens today, 7pm, then runs daily until March 9, 10am to 6pm, Saturdays to Thursdays (closed on Fridays), Showcase Gallery, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 379 0940, www.showcaseuae.com
Al Ain
Cultural festival
My Heritage, My Responsibility aims to uphold the UAE’s heritage by passing it on to future generations. The programme, organised and presented by the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, features talks, films, workshops, activities and demonstrations that highlight traditional medicine, cuisine and other Emirati lifestyle elements.
Today and tomorrow, 5pm, Al Ain Palace Museum, Al Ain, www.visitalain.com
Abu Dhabi
Art exhibition
Attend the opening of Grace: A Retrospective of Dance Portraiture and Performance 1986 to 2004. Joanne Savio, an arts professor at NYU Abu Dhabi, presents an exhibition of works taken during a 20-year period that focuses on dance as inspiration, and features some of the most celebrated dancers and choreographers in the field. Pictured: Pina Bausch, Italy, 1994
Opens today, 5.30am to 7.30am, then runs daily until February 25, 3pm to 10pm, Saturdays to Thursdays (closed on Fridays), Project Space, NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 628 8000, www.nyuad-artgallery.org
Abu Dhabi
Theatre
Get tickets for a performance of Steel Hammer. This music-theatre collaboration between composer Julia Wolfe, Bang on a Can All-Stars and the Siti Company is based on the American folklore legend of John Henry, a steel driver, who is said to have raced against a steam-powered hammer during the construction of a railroad tunnel. The performance is an exploration of human versus machine and the cost of hard labour to the body and soul.
Today, 2pm, free with registration, Red Theater, NYU Abu Dhabi Arts Center, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, register at www.nyuad-artscenter.org
Abu Dhabi
Fitness event
Start your morning with a free yoga workout at Yas Mall, as part of the Fitness for All initiative. Take part in a group class that suits the whole family and all-ability levels, which will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. Classes run weekly on Thursdays.
Today, 9am, Town Centre, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yasmall.ae
Dubai
Concert
Get tickets now to see the return of Abba Revival the Tribute, who will perform at the In the Park events at Pyramids at Wafi. The British musicians present a meticulously prepared show, replicating the hits of the Swedish band, whose songs include Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen and Take a Chance on Me. The event includes a picnic meal for two of smoked salmon, vegetable salad, bread, cheese and more.
Tomorrow, doors open at 7pm, concert at 8pm, Dh225 per person with a picnic basket per couple, Rooftop Gardens, Pyramids at Wafi, Sheikh Rashid Road, Dubai, 04 324 4100, www.pyramidsrestaurantsatwafi.com
Dubai
Concert
Get tickets now for Gospel on the Grass. The London Community Gospel Choir will perform at this gala concert as part of ChoirFest Middle East. Enjoy an evening of popular hits, from the 1960s to the present, performed by one of the top gospel choirs in Europe, who have performed with Madonna, Sting, Paul McCartney, Tina Turner and other artists.
March 4, 7.30pm, from Dh250, Els Club, Dubai Sports City, 04 347 7793, www.choirfestme.com
Dubai
Comedy show
Have some fun with the gang from The Laughter Factory. This month’s line-up includes self-deprecating Canadian Peter White, calm and charming British-Nigerian Funmbi Omotayo, and high-octane Aussie Damian Clark (pictured).
Today and tomorrow, 9pm, Dh140, ages 21+, Mövenpick, JBR, Dubai, 04 355 1862, www.platinumlist.net
Dubai
Performance
Attend the opening of Aladdin. Creativiva Worldwide bring their production of the family musical to Dubai with exciting choreography, witty dialogue, circus acts and comedic scenes, in the story of a young boy from the streets who finds a magic lamp, releases a genie and is granted three wishes.
Opens tonight then runs until February 19, 4pm and 7pm on February 9, 15, 16; 11am, 3pm and 7pm on February 10, 11, 17 and 18; 7pm on February 12 and 13; 1pm and 7pm on February 18; 7pm on February 19 (no show on February 14), from Dh180, Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, www.madinattheatre.com
