what’s on in the UAE
Abu Dhabi La Transumante
Created by the co-founder of Circus O, innovator Johann Le Guillerm, La Transumante is a moving wooden creature that will come to life and transform every hour. No nails, no screws, no bolts, no glues, no ropes: pressure alone holds this piece together. Using three hundred wooden blocks of three metres in length, the conductor Johann Le Guillerm will be assisted by ten handlers and nine local volunteers. At Louvre Abu Dhabi, 12-6pm. Free upon museum admission ticket.
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Shaikh Zayed Heritage Festival
The Festival celebrates the Spirit of the Union and features cultural activities, a dedicated area showcasing replicas of historic monuments. At Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, 4-10pm, until January 26, 2019. Free entry.
Al Ain Travel Through Our Traditions
A field trip on a farm to discover more about the desert environment, introduce attendees to agricultural practices and traditions, handicrafts, hunting and falconry and the type of falcons used. At Qasr Al Muwaiji, Al Ain, 3-6.30pm. Dh10 for children and Dh30 for adults.
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Dubai The Yard Sessions
Music festival hosted by The Fridge featuring Syrian singer/songwriter, multiinstrumentalist, and composer Ghaliaa; The Deer Hum a Dubai-based, five-piece indie/ alternative act and amie Wrecs, a nomadic singer/songwriter, at the Yard in Alserkal Avenue. From 4-10pm, entry Dh50.
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Illustration Exhibition
The Palette Art Training and Consultancy is hosting a fashion illustration exhibition, at the Covering Concepts Studio@D3, Building #5, Suite B107. Timings from 9am to 6pm on weekdays and 11am to 6pm on Saturdays, until December 20.
Call 04-5539477
Jaspreet Singh Live
The Indian comedian popular for his keen observations and boundless energy on stage, performs at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, Day and Night Ballroom. Gates Open at 7pm, show at 8pm. Supported by Miqdaad Dohadwala Age: 16+ Food and drinks will be available to purchase at the venue.
Call 050-4685355
Acoustic Night
Acoustic gypsy musicians and live band Alma Chula, based in the South of France are here for a one-night special appearance at Roberto’s Restaurant and Lounge in DIFC.
Call 04-3860066
Pusha T Live
The rapper and record executive who, after signing with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music, featured on West’s hit album My Beautiful Dark Twisted, performs at Base Dubai. Doors open at 10pm.
Call 055-3134999
Tenors of Rock
The male vocal group fresh from sold-out tours in the US and a
stint in Vegas and formed with some of the best male rock voices in the UK will be kicking off a roster of headliners and theatre acts, at The Rotunda — a dedicated entertainment destination housed in a circular dome inspired by Rome’s famous Pantheon, at Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. Tickets from Dh280.
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Festive Market
Santa Claus and his elves will arrive at Dubai Festival City Mall helipad to kickstart the festivities at the market, 6pm. A larger-than-life Christmas tree will be lit up at the official tree lighting ceremony, followed by holiday caroling and festivethemed Imagine shows on Festival Bay. Free entry, from 5.30pm. + dubaifestivalcitymall.com
A Very Brr…Juman Winter
A festive tradition comes to life in the main atrium of the mall, calling little ones for fun and frolics in the snow. Complete with ice hockey zone, dress a snowman activity, arts and crafts, snowfalls, and snow fight zones for kids. The ice skating rink is a new addition and
children aged 4 to 12 will be able to try out this adventure free of charge. At BurJuman, daily from 2-10pm, until January 10.
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Sharjah Art Lab Sessions
Free creative workshops from piano and drum playing sessions to a diverse range of visual artforms, including glass painting, pointillism and calligraphy, kids and adults can unleash their inner artist at the set up at Matajer Al Juraina. From 4-11pm daily, until December 15.
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International Day of People with Disabilities
Sharjah Art Foundation is marking the occasion with a series of talks, workshops and performances as well as a screening of Wonder directed by Stephen Chbosk at 8.30pm, in Al Mureijah Square, Sharjah. Workshops start at 4pm, with music performances from 6pm. Free entry.
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