Upcoming Events
2nd Edition
ElectroFest
Presented by the NYUAD Music Program
Cutting-edge electronic music, video and sound art, and improvisation.
Spoken word, poetry, music
Rooftop Rhythms
8th Season
Spoken word done right
Jazz Concert. For Members of The Arts Center or by invitation only.
John Beasley’s MONK’estra Quartet
Presented by The US Embassy Abu Dhabi
The acclaimed pianist expands the classic jazz tradition adding contemporary harmonies, unstoppable grooves, and a contagious sense of fun.
Contemporary Arab Cinema Series - 3rd Season
Festival: CinemaNa
Presented by the NYUAD Film and New Media Program in partnership with Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Screenings of diverse films from the Arab world followed by provocative discussions.
Middle East Premiere
The Storyville Mosquito - Kid Koala
Co-commissioned by The Arts Center
Live animated graphic novel performed, filmed, and scored in real time
Abu Dhabi Festival Youth Orchestra:
Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra
Presented in partnership with Abu Dhabi Festival
Abu Dhabi Festival Youth Orchestra – launches with a special concert by the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra.
Middle East Premiere
Sxip’s Hour of Charm - Sxip Shirey
A Surprising and Inventive Performance
Sxip hosts an idiosyncratic lineup of UAE-based artists which will surprise and delight in a celebration of the local arts community.
Middle East Premiere
The Gauntlet - Sxip Shirey and Coco Karol
A Surprising and Immersive Performance
Composer Sxip Shirey and choreographer Coco Karol lead the audience through an immersive choral experience.
5th Annual Edition
Short + Sweet 2020
Theater
A more creative world – ten minutes at a time!
UAE Debut
Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Abu Dhabi Choral Group
A monstrously funny show that will leave you in stitches.