Schedule
Exhibitions
Abdul Qader Al Rais: 50 years of Art
20 December – 23 March
Gallery M| Fee: Free of Charge
Art is a retrospective exhibition celebrating Abdul Qader Al Rais, one of the most influential artists in the local art scene, who is known for his symbolic paintings and calligraphic concepts. The exhibition features over 70 paintings from the late 1960s to this date, which provides an insight into the artist’s personal journey and his artistic development over time.
Abu Dhabi Festival Exhibition Distant Prospects | European Landscape Paintings from The Liechtenstein Princely Collections
26 February - 25 March
Gallery S | Fee: Free of Charge
In parallel with the 2019 Abu Dhabi Festival, ADMAF will welcome visitors to the compelling exhibition Distant Prospects, presenting a history of European landscape painting with loans from the world-renowned Princely Collections of Liechtenstein, including permanent loans from The Hohenbuchau Collection and other private collections, exhibited here in the Middle East for the first time.
Zayed Gandhi Digital Exhibition
8 March - 25 March
Gallery A | Fee: Free of Charge
The Zayed Gandhi Digital Exhibition traces the parallels between two iconic figures: the late Sheikh Zayed and Mahatma Gandhi. Examining their visionary lives and reimaging their worlds, the exhibition demonstrates the power of these leaders to inspire people to rethink their present and transform the future. Fully interactive and immersive spaces take visitors on a journey of love and leadership, celebrating Zayed and Gandhi’s shared values of peace and tolerance.
Events
Rooftop Rhythms Arabia
22 February, 15 March, 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
The Garden| Fee: Free of Charge
The Zayed Gandhi Digital Exhibition traces the parallels between two iconic figures: the late Sheikh Zayed and Mahatma Gandhi. Examining their visionary lives and reimaging their worlds, the exhibition demonstrates the power of these leaders to inspire people to rethink their present and transform the future. Fully interactive and immersive spaces take visitors on a journey of love and leadership, celebrating Zayed and Gandhi’s shared values of peace and tolerance.
Cinema Space
Mondays: 7:30pm and Saturdays: 4:00pm, 7:00pm
Auditorium| Fee: Free of Charge
Cinema Space offers a unique programme of films from different countries presented by various cultural institutions and embassies across the UAE.
In collaboration with the Korean Cultural Center, Goethe Institute Gulf Region, the Italian Embassy, the Spanish Embassy, the Swedish Embassy, Film Preservation Series, The Film Foundation and World Cinema Project.
Visit cinemaspace-abudhabi.splashthat.com for more information
Sound Healing Journey
Mondays, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Larte | Fee: Free of Charge
Combining the sounds and vibrations of special instruments that have profound healing effects on the physical body and emotions. Tibetan bowls, quartz crystal bowls and harps, rattles, and drums are among the tools used, in combination with chanting, to produce an immersive sound journey with a restorative and relaxing effect.
Open Mic
17, 31 January, 14, 28 February, 14, 28 March. 7:00pm – 11:00pm
karte | Fee: Free of Charge
Open Mic is a platform for both established and amateur musicians, bringing the community together to enjoy live music from a range of genres. Join our weekly Music Mic where you can perform for the public or support local talents.
Drums By Kharsha
Sundays 6:30pm – 7:30pm (Adults, age 20 and over). Saturdays 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Kids, age 7 and over)
Theatre | Fee: 75 AED
A series of workshops that focus on the increasingly popular ‘Taiko’ Japanese drums. These workshops are conducted by the Kharsha group, made up of young Emirati and Japanese drummers. Learn drumming techniques from both cultures in a fun and interactive environment.
Bait Al Oud Concerts
14, 21, 28 February, 14 March- 8:00pm
Auditorium | Fee: Free of Charge
Bait Al Oud school is a regional institute for musicians focused on teaching Arabic music and its instruments such as oud, qanun, rababa and the Middle Eastern cello.