Essential events

For those who enjoy performing arts over exhibitions, this year’s edition of Durub Al-Tawaya features a range of artistic displays including dance shows, concerts and stand-up comedy running at Manarat Al Saadiyat and Warehouse421 from November 3 to 11.

Grand Marche

Performed by Japanese choreographer Zan Yamashita, this dance performance aims to assign meaning to objects by re-naming them and recreating an understanding of the world in the process. November 8 Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 8pm to 9pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae

Live Ammunition! Music For Clapping, String Quartet And Live Electronics

Cairo-based artist Hassan Khan uses different layers of string quartets, clapping patterns and electronics in this quirky one-hour performance. November 9 Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 8.30pm to 9.30pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae

Stand-up Comedy Night

This live comedy show will see stand-ups Aditi Mittal and Omar Ismail (left) re-enact a sketch about the blunders and misunderstandings that often result from evolving in a multicultural, multilinguistic setting. November 10 Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 8.30pm to 10.30pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae