Fujairah-based artist Haley Haddow is exhibiting a collection of glass artworks at Le Méridien Al Aqah until January 13. Visitors can view and buy functional glass pieces such as bowls, platters and vases, as well as decorative hanging wall panels. Each piece has been transformed from a single glass into a work of art using cutting, layers, fusing, grinding and polishing techniques. The display also includes a few tactile pieces which will encourage people to experience the look and feel of the works.
- WHERE: Tea and Dates lobby café, Le Méridien Al Aqah, Fujairah, from 10am to 10pm
- WHEN: Until January 13
- CONTACT: 09-244 9000
Hypnosis: Life design session
Dave Crane will hold a Life Design Session for World Hypnosis Day at Dubai Knowledge Village. Crane, a certified hypnotherapist, will discuss topics such as how to stop smoking, lose weight, find love, make money and become happier.
- WHERE: Knowledge Village
- WHEN: January 4, at 6pm
- TICKETS: Dh150
- CONTACT: 050-552 4316
Pantomime: Jack & the beanstalk
Featuring former EastEnders star Frankie Fitzgerald as Silly Billy, the panto-style story is about Jack who goes on a magical and fun adventure to the kingdom of giants.
- WHERE: Madinat Theatre
- WHEN: January 2, 3
- TICKETS: Dh135, Dh100
- CONTACT: 040-366 6546
Theatre: Mr & Mrs Karan Johar
Indian small screen actors Aman Verma, Delnaaz Paul, Firdaus Mevawalla and Nigaar Khan feature in this rip-roaring family comedy on infidelity. The story revolves around a happily married couple, Mr and Mrs Karan Johar. But due to some reason the wife doesn't trust her hubby and doubts his fidelity. The situation reaches a crescendo when, one night, Karan does not turn up and comes home only in the morning.
- WHERE: Shaikh Rashid Auditorium, Indian High School
- TICKETS: Dh75-Dh350
- WHEN: January 8
- CONTACT: 04-337 3724
Classical music: Shostakovich conducts
The classical music scene in Abu Dhabi just got better. Music lovers will be thrilled with a musical pairing which is designed to entertain both serious symphony enthusiasts and fans of the animated classics. Acclaimed classical conductor Maxim Shostakovich will perform on Saturday, January 10, at the Emirates Palace auditorium for an evening titled Shostakovich conducts Shostakovich. The next day, the Abu Dhabi National Theatre features The Magical Music of Walt Disney. The Philharmonic Orchestra, London, under conductor Allan Wilson, will bring to life a repertoire of timeless Walt Disney classics from some of the most popular animated movies of all time.
- WHERE: Emirates Palace Hotel and Abu Dhabi National Theatre WHEN: January 10, 11
- CONTACT: 800 4669
