5 things to do: See episodes of the documentary The Story of Film: An Odyssey and watch The Illusionists

Our daily round up of things to do. See episodes of the documentary The Story of Film: An Odyssey, have some laughs with Chuckle Club International Standup Comedy Tour, hear 10 rappers at the launch of Rap Game Nights, register to attend the Unstuck workshop, and watch a performance of The Illusionists 1903.

Mark Cousins.

See episodes three and four of the documentary The Story of Film: An Odyssey by Mark Cousins. The series explores the history of filmmaking around the world and how it has evolved. The event is part of The 7th Art, screenings presented by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority and Image Nation Abu Dhabi. All films are subtitled in Arabic and English. At 7.30pm, free, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, www.facebook.com/The7thArtAD

Have some laughs with the Chuckle Club International Standup Comedy Tour. The line-up of comedians includes Australian Ro Campbell, American Carmen Lynch (who has appeared on the satirical TV sketch series Inside Amy Schumer) – and Canadian John Hastings. At 8pm, Dh120, Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net

Hear 10 rappers take over the mic and freestyle at the launch of Rap Game Nights. Contemporary hip-hop and urban music culture goes to another level with the launch of this event, which is planned to take place bi-weekly. Guests are DJ Slim from Paris and the rappers Sleepy and Lonestar. From 11pm to 3am, People by Crystal Abu Dhabi, The Collection, St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 050 826 9698, www.facebook.com/PeoplebycrystalAbuDhabi

Register to attend the Unstuck workshop, which will guide creative participants in channelling their creative process. Exercises include gestures, mindfulness and voice. At 6.30pm, Dh30, 1971 – Design Space, The Flag Island, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, [e-mail]

Watch a performance of The Illusionists 1903. Eight world-class magicians will dazzle in a turn-of-the-century spectacular, showcasing the origins of some of the greatest and most dangerous illusions. At 6pm and 9.30pm, from Dh175, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, 056 675 6834, www.tixbox.com