Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for April 28, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE.
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Ajman
Theatre
See the final weekend of performances of Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth, featuring an all-female cast in an immersive experience set in present-day UAE in the cut-throat corporate world. The board members of the Scotland Corp, a security and surveillance company, find themselves under the control of a new leader, who arrives at the position in an unorthodox fashion.
Tonight and tomorrow, 8pm, Dh150, Ajman Cultural Centre, Ajman, www.shakespeareunderthestars.ae
Abu Dhabi
Horse event
Plan to attend the Arabian Sport Horse Championship, which features dressage, show jumping, arena eventing and sprint. The event takes place at the HH Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Grand Equestrian Hall, which is the largest indoor arena for horses in the world.
Tomorrow, 9am to 5pm for competition; 11am to 4pm for children's activities, free, HH Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Grand Equestrian Hall, Boudheib, Abu Dhabi, www.abudhabievents.ae
Abu Dhabi
Performance
Plan to attend Rooftop Rhythms #48, which opens its fifth season and is hosted by Dorian Paul Rogers, with DJ Allad (pictured) spinning tunes between performances by established and emerging spoken-word artists. The poetry open-mic list is on a first-come, first-served basis on the Rooftop Rhythms page on Facebook.
Tonight, doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm, free with registration, The Marketplace, NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, register at www.nyuad-artscenter.org
Abu Dhabi
Theatre
Catch the final weekend of Doorways, a festival of one-act plays written by members of Beyond the Veil. See plays about a variety of topics including the meaning of life, the decision to start a family, complications in love, and difficulties with teammates. Pictured: A scene from Utopian Hope, directed by Gautam Marathe.
Today and tomorrow, 7.30pm, 3pm today for ladies only, Dh50 for adults; Dh25 for students, National Theatre, Abu Dhabi, beyondtheveilad@gmail.com
Abu Dhabi
Book fair
Visit the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, which features a variety of literary and cultural events, with a focus on the guest-of-honour country, China. Today, catch a series of film screenings at Black Box Cinema starting at 4pm; get tips on healthy cooking and food with a twist at the Show Kitchen starting at 4pm; and attend talks and panel discussions including One Hundred Books Along the Silk Road, which is about books translated from Chinese to Arabic that highlight relations between the two worlds. Other talks today will be on topics such as alternative music, Emirati women writers and classical Arab music. The fair also includes poetry readings, spoken-word performances and book signings.
Daily until Tuesday, 9am to 10pm, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Khaleej Al Arabi, Abu Dhabi, www.adbookfair.com
Abu Dhabi
Ice-skating show
Skate Emirates, hosted by the Emirates Skating Club of Abu Dhabi, is an international figure-skating event that features 257 skaters from five countries – UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Indonesia and Thailand – ranging in age from 3 to 61. UAE skater Zahra Lari (pictured) will perform the opening number and will be in attendance throughout to answer questions and have pictures taken.
Today and tomorrow, 7am to 10pm, on Friday; 7am to 7pm on Saturday, free entry, Zayed Sports City Ice Rink, Abu Dhabi, www.facebook.com/skateemirates
Dubai
Art event
Attend the launch of the monthly Art & Cheese Reception at Okapi Gallery, which will focus on specific artists or styles of art, and will feature a selection of cheeses. This month, see works by British artist Sam Toft, who is known for light humour in her small-scale paintings and oil pastels. Pictured: A Sneaky One.
Today, 1pm to 10pm, free entry, Okapi Gallery, J W Marriott Marquis Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, www.okapigallery.com
Dubai
Art exhibition
Catch the final days of the Dubai International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition, which features works by more than 50 calligraphy artists, with dedicated areas for classic, modern and illuminated works that celebrate the facets of the art. There are also workshops where visitors can learn about calligraphy techniques and explore the historical and social significance of calligraphy.
Today and tomorrow, 10am to 10pm, Wafi, Dubai, www.wafi.com
Dubai
Outdoor market
Shop for fresh organic produce at The Farmers’ Market on the Terrace presented by Baker & Spice. Buy seasonal goods directly from farmers and enjoy a host of activities including live cooking demonstrations from the Taj Hotel’s head chefs.
Today, 8am to 1pm, grass area in front of the Bay Avenue Promenade, Dubai, www.facebook.com/thefarmersmarketontheterrace
Dubai
Yoga class
Kick-start your day with a free yoga class at The Beach. The classes take place Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays on the South Lawn, and are open to yogis of all levels. Arrive early to claim your spot, and bring a mat, towel and water.
Today and tomorrow, 7am, South Lawn, The Beach, Dubai, www.thebeach.ae
