A bit of background to Abu Dhabi Art
Abu Dhabi Art presents an array of quality artwork from modern, contemporary and design galleries, bringing together the world’s most innovative galleries, artists, cultural leaders and collectors from across the globe.
The Abu Dhabi Art programme is a corner-stone of the wider Abu Dhabi Art platform featuring a dynamic interdisciplinary set of art, talk and sensational experiences for all audiences to enjoy. The programme includes performances, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, design presentations and art installations.
This weekend, there’s a bunch of family-friendly events for you to attend and experience.
Six to try:
Abu Dhabi Art Workshops
Dedicated hands-on workshops designed for children aged eight years and below. Parents are welcome to join in. Kids can create artworks inspired by Abu Dhabi Art.
ArtZone, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural District.
Runs Nov 18 and 19, from 2pm until 9pm.
Abu Dhabi Art Tours
Enjoy wondering around the Abu Dhabi Art Gallery Halls with your family this weekend.
Please email to register for a tour.
Abu Dhabi Art Gallery Halls, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural District.
Runs Nov 18 and 19, from 2pm until 9pm.
Performing Arts
A moment to discover a variety of artistic experiences through a vibrant performing arts programme which will also reflect the cosmopolitan nature of the capital through an artistic discovery of the city.
Manarat Al Saadiyat and across Abu Dhabi city.
Runs Nov 18 and 19, from 3pm until midnight.
Beautiful World
In association with Abu Dhabi Art Zayed University, CACE and Cranleigh School Opera presents Calligraphy art. Explore the stunning artworks of calligraphy artist Narjes Noureddine.
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island
Runs Nov 17 to 19, from 9am until 8pm.
HOLOSCENES
In association with Abu Dhabi Art, NYU Abu Dhabi presents Holoscenes. Performance-installation by Lars Jan founding artistic director and of Early Morning Opera.
Online registration required at nyuad-artscenter.org
Central Plaza, NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island
Runs Nov 17 to 19, from 4pm until 9pm.
DURUB AL TAWAYA “FIVE ATTEMPTS TO SPEAK WITH AN ALIEN”
Commissioned by Durub Al Tawaya IV to create a site-specific intervention in Abu Dhabi, Rispoli invites the audience on a one-hour boat ride performance across the city’s waterfront, an opportunity to take part in five collective exercises to speak to an alien.
Boat leaves from Zayed Port.
Runs Nov 17 and 19, from 5.30pm until 7.30pm.
For more information visit www.abudhabiart.ae.
