PICK OF THE WEEK
Radhika Vaz stand up comedy show at Club Boudoir Dubai, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, from 8pm tonight. Doors open 7pm, tickets Dh100. Call 050-3757377 or 04-3455995 or log on to platinumlist.net
DUBAI
The Glass Menagerie starring Shernaz Patel, as part of Prithvi@Dubai, a five day theatre festival by the renowned Prithvi Theatre in Mumbai, at Ductac, Mall of the Emirates. Kaifi Aur Main with Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar reading memoirs of Shaukat Azmi on Sunday. Tickets start at Dh125. Call 04-3414777 or log on to platinumlist.net
Dystopian Utopia third pop-up show by Dubai-based menswear brand BrothrsKeepr at The Fridge, Alserkal Avenue from 1 to 9pm. For more information write to info@brothrskeepr.com
For the love of Palestine and Syria a comedy and urban arts concert in support of Palestine Children’s Relief Fund PCRF. At the Centre for Musical Arts, Gold & Diamond Park, Building 7. Entry free, doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm. Call 800-Comedy (266339).
Numaish exhibition featuring fashion, jewellery, accessories and home decor at Conrad Dubai from 11am to 9pm.
Snap at Movida, Nassima Royal Hotel, Shaikh Zayed Road. Every Saturday, opening tonight with DJs Frederick Stone and Jean B. When you are not dancing, step into the photobooth. For more information log on to movida-dubai.com
Karaoke Night at Kris Kros, Downtown Dubai, every Saturday from 8pm. Call 055-2289977 for reservations and more information.
UberYacht party by Nikki Beach from 2 to 6pm (arrive by 1.15pm) from Marine Pier 7. Tickets Dh300 per person including round trip Uber rides, unlimited food and drinks. Music by Nikki Beach DJs. Download the app get.uber.com for reservations.
I Do InterContinental wedding fair featuring latest in wedding fashion, wedding set up by Olivier Dolz. and fashion show by Sohad Acouri. At InterContinental Dubai Festival City. For more information call 04-7013333.
Fiesta a community picnic organised by Sunmarke School, from 3 to 6pm at Park B, District 7, Jumeirah Village Triangle. Call04-3918886.
Draw with Rania every Saturday from 1 to 3pm for young guests at Hard Rock Cafe Dubai. Call 04-2328900 for more information.
Hareem Al Sultan an exhibition based on the historical television series recreating the splendour of Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace, at City Walk, open daily from noon-10pm, until December. Dh50 for children aged 7-14, and Dh100 for adults, available at the venue or at ticketmaster.ae.
Sand sculptures the Australian artist Jenny Rossen and her magical sand art take up residence at The Beach (near Surf Bite), JBR. She will also be hosting multi-coloured sand-art sessions for children from 2-10pm, Dh30. More at facebook.com/TheBeachDubai.
The Children’s International Film Festival begins 117 films in 55 languages — 61 made in the UAE by students — including the Oscar 2016 nominated My Friend Raffi. Screenings will take place at will take place at VOX Cinemas across the UAE until May 7. For more information log on to ciff.ae
Maifest the German spring festival celebration traditional food and beverages at Grand Hyatt Dubai until May 7. Entry free from 7pm Wednesday to Saturday and Saturday brunch. Call 04-3172271 for reservations and more information.
Dubai Nursery Show at Dubai International Marine Club next to Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & spa from 9am to 4pm. Entry free. For more information go to dubainurseryshow.com
Monday Monday Ladies Night every Monday at The Rib Room from 7 to 11.30pm. Voda Bar serves unlimited bubbly fror Dh100 per person from 8pm to 3am. Call 04-4530444 or write to jzsrestaurants@jumeirah.com
Monday Quiz Night at Nezesaussi Grill, Manzil Downtown Dubai, every Monday from 8 to 10pm. Call 04-4238899 for more information.
Monday Al Rais Art an exhibition by Emirati artist AbdulQader Al Rais opens at Etihad Modern Art Gallery, opposite Al Bateen Mall at 7pm. Until May 28. call 02-6210154 or log on to etihadmodernart.com
Monday Ocean Beats with DJs Maga and Stephane at Sho Cho, Dubai Marine & Beach Resort, every Monday. Open buffet for Dh150 per person with soft drinks and Dh190 with house beverages. Call 04-3461111 or write to dubai@sho-cho.com
Monday Live jukebox at Lakeview, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club every Monday from 7 to 11pm. Dh125 per person for food only, Dh245 per person for food and selected house beverages.
Tuesday Nautique but Nice ladies night with French Riviera-inspired vibe, music, food and drinks at Aquara, Dubai Marina Yacht Club from 8pm every Tuesday. Bubbly, house beverages and cocktails Dh150; premium bubbly, house beverages and select drinks Dh350.
Tuesday Men’s Night every Tuesday at Girder’s bar, JA Ocean View Hotel from 7pm. Play highlander games and win prizes, food platter Dh79. Call 04-8145590 for more information.
Wednesday Ladies night three-course set menu curated by Heinz Beck including two free beverages for Dh195 per woman, at Social by Heinz Beck, Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm, 7pm, every Wednesday. Call 04-8182222.
Wednesday High Heels ladies night, two free beverages and light bites for women, every Wednesday, 8-10pm. At Mercury Lounge, Four Seasons Resort. Call 04-2707777.
Wednesday Live jazz and unlimited cheese at YNOT, InterContinental Dubai Marina every Wednesday from 8pm to 11pm. Dh100 per person. Bookings recommended, call 04-4466669 or write to res.icdubaimarina@ihg.com.
Wednesday Sunlounge Cinema at Zero Gravity screens Identity Thief at 8pm, with a complimentary box of popcorn. Menu of finger food, sharing plates and beverage deals includes gourmet popcorn (Dh15, in cajun, parmesan or parmesan/truffle flavours), chilli cheese fries (Dh45), beef burger (Dh50) and more. Sip The Sunset cocktails, priced two-for-one, from 5 to 7pm. Every Wednesday until May 25.
Friday Jazz & Soul Night with Rouba at Muze, Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, every Friday. Call 052-2972097 or write to reservations@muzelive.com
Friday Vinyl Brunch — A New Spin On Things goes old school with motown, funk and soulful beats every Friday from 1 to 4pm at Cocktail Kitchen, Jumeirah Lake Towers Cluster P, Armada Bluebay Hotel, B1 level, until June 3. A la carte menu for Dh195 with soft drinks and Dh345 with house pours (Dh100 additional bubbly). Call 056-8280727 or log on to cocktail-kitchen.com.
ABU DHABI
Rivers of Sound Large Ensemble at East Plaza, The Arts Centre at New York University Abu Dhabi from 8pm. Entry free. To register and for more information go to nyu.edu. Artist vs Material presents a panel discussion with artists Mohammad Al Mazrouei and Mays Albaik at The Art Gallery, Building 4. Entry free go to nyuad-artgallery.org from more information and registeration.
26th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair opens at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre until May 3. For more information call 02-6576180 or write to info@adbookfair.com
Yas Mall Reading Fair showcasing inspiring literature, book reading sessions and workshops, at Town Square, Yas Mall, 10am-10pm. Last day.
Sunday Mode ladies night every Sunday at Legends, Sherataon Hotel Corniche Abu Dhabi with DJs Keith Dobs, Alex Lees, ChadPhunk & Asee playing the latest in hip and RnB. Entry free, ladies drink free till 1am. Call 02-6661867 or 050-7639275.
SHARJAH
Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival at Expo Centre, 4 to 10pm. Last day, entry free. For more information to scrf.ae
Islamic Arts Exhibition: Inspiration and Creativity featuring artworks created by people with hearing and cognitive disabilities, as well as school and university students at Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation until May 18. For more information log on to admaf.org/en
Tuesday Julio Iglesias performs at Al Majaz Amphitheatre from 10pm, doors open 8pm. Tickets from Dh200. Call 800-86823 or log on to ticketmaster.ae