A work from the exhibition Tattoo, which features paintings by the Syrian artist Leen Batal. Courtesy DIAC
A work from the exhibition Tattoo, which features paintings by the Syrian artist Leen Batal. Courtesy DIAC
A work from the exhibition Tattoo, which features paintings by the Syrian artist Leen Batal. Courtesy DIAC
A work from the exhibition Tattoo, which features paintings by the Syrian artist Leen Batal. Courtesy DIAC

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Five things to do today: See the play I Am You and celebrate Al Tamimi Stable’s first anniversary

Our daily round-up of things to do in the UAE. See the exhibition Tattoo and book a cruise around Abu Dhabi with Capt Tony's.

Ellen Fortini

February 05, 2014

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SEE the play Say I Am You. Loom Ensemble invites you to enjoy a taste of the downtown New York City art scene with a production of live music, exuberant dance and theatrical storytelling with fantastical costumes, multimedia design and a feel-good party atmosphere. Starts at 8pm, suggested donation of Dh25-Dh100, thejamjar, Street 17A, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 341 7303, www.thejamjardubai.com

CHECK out the exhibition Tattoo, which features paintings by the Syrian artist Leen Batal, whose works explore the paradox between traditional visual concepts and modern expression. Open from 9am to 5pm, Gallery 76 at Dubai International Arts Centre, Street 75B, Jumeirah 1, behind Town Centre, Dubai, 04 344 4398, www.artdubai.com

MAKE plans to attend Family Fun Day at Al Tamimi Stables where you will enjoy an array of activities, animal interaction, competitions and food at this event to celebrate the first anniversary of Al Tamimi Stables and the addition of the Horse Riding School. Tomorrow, from 9am to 6pm, Dh85 for adults, Dh45 for children, Dh250 for a family pass for two adults and three children, Al Tamimi Stables, Sharjah, www.tamimistables.com, 06 743 1122

CRUISE the islands of Abu Dhabi with Capt Tony's. Hit the beach at Dolphin Bay for swimming and snorkelling and enjoy a barbecue. From 9am to 1pm or 2pm to 6pm, minimum six people, Dh35 per person, ages 6-12 Dh250, book at www.captaintonys.ae

SIGN up to take a silver jewellery making class with the silversmith Don Sankey. Make your own silver item – a pendant or a ring – using the tools of the trade. Classes are available in Abu Dhabi and Dubai on various days and at various timings each week for students and adults. www.dssilversmith.com

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