PLAN to attend a concert by the Nepalese folk-rock band Nepathya in support of earthquake victims. The band, led by singer Amrit Gurung (pictured), have been performing for 25 years and are socially conscious, contributing funds to schools, medical centres and other social organisations. Thursday, May 21, 8pm, Ice Rink, Al Nasr Leisureland, Dubai. Tickets, from Dh100, are available at the venue or call 052 967 4428. Charity money goes to Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund Nepal. To make a donation, email: jusmgr@hotmail.com
SEE the opening performance of Whose Line Is It Anyway?. The popular improv comedy show that invites the audience to help create the story and jokes returns to Madinat Theatre with members of the Comedy Store in London, including Stephen Frost, Steve Steen, Andy Smart, Ian Coppinger and stand-up comedian Joe Rooney (pictured). The Irish actor and comedian is best known for his role as Father Damo in the British comedy series Father Ted. Wednesday, May 20 at 8pm, from Dh180, Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, www.madinattheatre.com
REGISTER for the Introduction to Acting for Adults class. Over six weeks, aspiring actors will cover the basics of stage work in weekly two-hour sessions including improvisation, voice, movement, monologue, scene and auditioning. Wednesday, May 20 until June 24, 7.30pm to 9.30pm on Wednesdays, Dh1,200, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, register at 04 341 4777, artsreception@ductac.org
VISIT the first UpMarket, a pop-up boutique that will showcase a range of products in a luxurious setting, ranging from skincare to resortwear, jewellery, crafts and artwork, with many items brought in from around the world, plus entertainment for children. From 10am to 5pm, The Collection, St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, www.tinybeanevents.com
WATCH a battle between improv teams at tonight's Theatresports League heats, as four groups of actors pit their skills against one another to win the coveted trophy, which will be presented at the grand finale on Saturday, May 23. At 8pm, free, The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.courtyardplayhouse.com
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2019 ASIA CUP POTS
Pot 1
UAE, Iran, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia
Pot 2
China, Syria, Uzbekistan, Iraq, Qatar, Thailand
Pot 3
Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Palestine, Oman, India, Vietnam
Pot 4
North Korea, Philippines, Bahrain, Jordan, Yemen, Turkmenistan
Classification of skills
A worker is categorised as skilled by the MOHRE based on nine levels given in the International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO) issued by the International Labour Organisation.
A skilled worker would be someone at a professional level (levels 1 – 5) which includes managers, professionals, technicians and associate professionals, clerical support workers, and service and sales workers.
The worker must also have an attested educational certificate higher than secondary or an equivalent certification, and earn a monthly salary of at least Dh4,000.
COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Mamo Year it started: 2019 Founders: Imad Gharazeddine, Asim Janjua Based: Dubai, UAE Number of employees: 28 Sector: Financial services Investment: $9.5m Funding stage: Pre-Series A Investors: Global Ventures, GFC, 4DX Ventures, AlRajhi Partners, Olive Tree Capital, and prominent Silicon Valley investors. Explainer: Tanween Design Programme
Non-profit arts studio Tashkeel launched this annual initiative with the intention of supporting budding designers in the UAE. This year, three talents were chosen from hundreds of applicants to be a part of the sixth creative development programme. These are architect Abdulla Al Mulla, interior designer Lana El Samman and graphic designer Yara Habib.
The trio have been guided by experts from the industry over the course of nine months, as they developed their own products that merge their unique styles with traditional elements of Emirati design. This includes laboratory sessions, experimental and collaborative practice, investigation of new business models and evaluation.
It is led by British contemporary design project specialist Helen Voce and mentor Kevin Badni, and offers participants access to experts from across the world, including the likes of UK designer Gareth Neal and multidisciplinary designer and entrepreneur, Sheikh Salem Al Qassimi.
The final pieces are being revealed in a worldwide limited-edition release on the first day of Downtown Designs at Dubai Design Week 2019. Tashkeel will be at stand E31 at the exhibition.
Lisa Ball-Lechgar, deputy director of Tashkeel, said: “The diversity and calibre of the applicants this year … is reflective of the dynamic change that the UAE art and design industry is witnessing, with young creators resolute in making their bold design ideas a reality.”
How to apply for a drone permit
- Individuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
- Add all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
- Upload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
- Submit their request
What are the regulations?
- Fly it within visual line of sight
- Never over populated areas
- Ensure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
- Users must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
- Only fly the drone during the day, and never at night
- Should have a live feed of the drone flight
- Drones must weigh 5 kg or less
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