what’s on in the UAE

Abu Dhabi Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Anniversary Celebrations

A specially commissioned, musical line-up will see 80 artists from across the Arab world come together, illustrating the richness of the artistic heritage of the ancient roads of Arabia, at the Auditorium Plaza, Louvre Abu Dhabi. Performances run for three nights from today until Saturday. Tickets Dh150.

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Dubai My Big Fat Greek Tour

Three international stand-up acts will treat audiences to a master class on how to enjoy life – Angelo Tsarouchas, Yuriko and Paul Thorne will perform at On42 Media One, Dubai Media City, 8pm. Also at Grand Millennium, Dubai Barsha Heights at 9pm. Tickets Dh150. Tomorrow, at Jumeirah Islands Club at 7pm and Movenpick JBR at 9pm.

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Unplugged Nights

Kick start the weekend early with nomadic musician Jamie Wrecs, popular for his single San Francisco, also performing a variety of indie rock and traditional folk songs, at Reform Social and Grill, Dubai. Call 04-4542638.

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Unsung Heroes

The Color Run (taking place on Saturday) has teamed up with Friends of Cancer Patients to recognise heroes in the UAE, where also a portion of your entry fee will be donated to the charity. To enter, simply nominate your unsung hero on The Color Run social media channels by posting a picture of both of you together, stating a reason why they are your hero and using the following hashtag #TCRHero. Five winners will be drawn. The Color Run is also offering a 20 per cent discount on new registrations.

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Register for a Morning Yoga Class

Levee Cafe and Lounge is hosting a morning yoga class powered by Brazilian fitness studio Power Cycle Dubai, tomorrow morning followed by a breakfast meal to complement the experience. At North 53, La Mer, Jumeirah 1, 8.30am, Dh80. Call 04-3802000

Sharjah Focal Point

Sharjah Art Foundation’s annual art book fair will feature more than 88 independent, alternative and established art book publishers and institutions; workshops; two film screenings and an open studio. Also included in the three-day programme are a book launch, a symposium, a lecture-performance and live music by the Arfoud Brothers. Opening at 4pm today, until Saturday.

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World of Stories

An immersive theatre piece for children, adaptating well-known fairytale Peter Pan using dance, music and special visuals, at Al Qasba, Sharjah, today at 9am, 11am and 7pm and tomorrow at 5pm and 8pm. Tickets Dh45.

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