A bit of everything

This week, experience Niki's exceptional talent and much more.

Niki Mukhi and Friends
What World famous composer-guitarist Niki Mukhi is coming to Dubai for a spectacular show of music from around the world. His tracks are influenced by styles like flamenco, jazz, classical, Indian classical and soul, and will be played by a celebrated collection of musicians including Marica Escoffery, Soumik Datta and Claudia Georgette amongst many others.

When Saturday, May 2 at 9pm

Where The First Group Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah

How Dh295 or Dh220. Tickets available from The First Group Theatre Box Office (Madinat Jumeirah), Virgin Megastores, or www.madinattheatre.com

Say Cheese
What If you think you can capture the world on your mobile-phone camera then send your photos in to the Murdoch University International Study Centre Dubai's camera phone photo contest. Select the picture that best depicts the theme 'Discoverers Welcome'. The winning entries will be exhibited at the campus from May 15 and the three highest scoring entrants get the chance to win great prizes.

When Submissions are accepted until May 7

Where Dubai International Academic City

How E-mail images to discoverers@murdochdubai.ac.ae

Dubai in 1962
What Have you ever wondered what Dubai looked like 47 years- ago? Well a Japanese photographer who came to Dubai in 1962 captured the city in 200 black and white photographs and has kept them hidden until today. Intrigued and fascinated by the environment and culture of Dubai at the time and curious as to what the city's future would look like, Kawashima set out to capture the emirate in an collection that will be revealed to the public for the first time. The photos remind us of how far the city has come in a short time and gives an insight to the culture and traditions at the basis of this emerging metropolis. Dubai 1962 is a magical collection which will fascinate everyone. Shaikh Ahmad bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and CEO of Emirates Group, will attend the opening of the exhibition.

When May 6-26. Opening on Tuesday, May 5

Where Gallery Of Light, DUCTAC, Mall Of The Emirates

How For more info contact

04 341 4777 or email f.mohiuddin@ductac.org

High school musical audition
What From the producer of High School Musical, one of the biggest stage productions in Dubai history, comes the sequel, High School Musical 2. This is your chance to star in the Middle East premiere in July. Only the best candidates will be chosen. Throughout two weeks of rehearsals and two weeks of performances the lucky cast will work with West End professionals. Register now to secure your audition.

When May 1-2

Where DUCTAC, Mall Of The Emirates, Dubai

How Register on www.hsm2dubai.com/audition. For more info call 04 341 4777

Tango Festival
What Direct from Argentina, Lucila Cionci, Rodrigo Joe Corbata and Gil Jauregui come to Dubai for the first Dubai Tango Festival. Spanish and Latino dance fever has enthralled many, and the tango in particular has become one of the most irresistible dances. Now you have the chance to see professional dancers spell out the magic of tango right before your eyes. There will also be a tango worskhop for those who wish to learn more about it.

When Thursday May 23 (live performance), May 18-25 (tango workshops)

Where Al Murooj Rotana Hotel & Suites, Dubai

How For more call Davy Spriet on 050 812 0034, Maya Saliba on 050 622 3679 or visit wwwdubaitangofestival.com