The aeneid debuts at NYU

See a theatrical show that looks at mass migration and the Middle East

Atheatrical performance based on a Latin poem written by the Roman poet Virgil between 29 and 19BC makes its UAE debut this month. The Aeneid is produced by Egyptian- Canadian playwright Olivier Kemeid and its subject matter is a timely one – it tackles immigration and mass migration.

Kemeid’s interpretation also has local flavour – it takes place in the Middle East and sees main character Aeneas and the rest of the immigrants encounter tourist resorts, refugee camps and immigration officers. This story of civil war, loss and exile is told by actors who also use puppets during the performance. November 15 to 18

NYUAD Arts Center, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, free but advance booking required. Tel: (02) 6284000. Taxi: NYUAD. nyuad.nyu.edu