ABU DHABI CLASSICS: Great orchestra
What Heralded as the world's greatest orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic returns to the Middle East for the first time in 35 years. The premier performance at the Abu Dhabi Classics will be lead by Sir Simon Rattle, chief conductor and artistic director, at the capital's Emirates Palace auditorium. The concert will feature symphonies by Haydn and Brahms and will be a treat not to be missed.
When November 9; Show starts at 8pm
Where Emirates Palace Auditorium, Abu Dhabi
How Tickets cost Dh120, Dh250, Dh350, Dh500 and Dh650. Students and children (aged six plus) Dh30. Tickets are available at www.itptickets.com
OPERA IN THE PARK
What Sit back, relax and enjoy a picnic in a picturesque setting whilst a group of classically trained singers and dancers from London's Covent Garden perform a mix of contemporary and classic hits including popular songs from Les Miserablesand The Sound of Music, to name but a few.
When November 4; oors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm
Where Rooftop Gardens in Wafi
How Tickets cost Dh145 per person, inclusive of a picnic basket per couple. Bookings for the show can be made in advance, pre-payment is required for all reservations. For details call Kersh on 04 324 4100, or visit www.wafirestaurants.com
LE PETIT ORCHESTRE SWING CONCERT: GYPSY JAZZ & AMERICAN SWING
What An evening of swing and jazz with French band Le Petit Orchestre Swing. The trio of musicians Laurent Zeller (violin), Gilles Parodi (bass guitar) and Laurent Bajata (lead guitar) will perform some French post-war songs, in the rhythm of Gypsy swing and American jazz.
When November 5; 7pm
Where Blue Bar, Novotel World Trade Centre, Dubai
How Tickets cost Dh80 or Dh50 for members of Alliance Française and are available from its offices at the Mall of the Emirates and Oud Metha or at the venue, call 04 335 8712 or email: events@afdubai.com
Dance Of Desire shows
What This show features 25 performers and includes champion dancers and a selection of Ireland's finest musical and vocal virtuosos.
When November 4-7; 8pm
Where Madinat Jumeirah Theatre
How For more information call 04 366 6546
Wednesdays at Zinc
What Residents Greg Stainer and David Newsum will be providing the soundtrack to your evening playing old skool, club classics, electro, funky house, R'n'B mash-ups and anything in between.
When November 10
Where Zinc, Zinc, Crowne Plaza Dubai
How For more information call 050 1515 609
Basement JAXX
What The veteran Basement Jaxx is here to up the tempo with its catchy beats. You can also expect to see Kelis, Rudy and Tinie Tempah in action.
When November 12
Where Flash Forum, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
How For more information call 04 367 6699
When Harry Met Sally
What This stage version of When Harry Met Sally has been faithfully adapted from the award-winning movie of the same name.
When From November 17
Where Madinat Jumeirah Theatre
How For more information call 04 366 6546
Dhoom Dubai concert
What One of Bollywood's leading music composers Pritam (along with popular singers Mohit Chauhan and Neeraj Shridhar of Bombay Vikings fame) is set to rock Dubai with foot-tapping numbers. The event also features other playback singers and a 30-member troupe.
When November 19, doors open at 8.30pm
Where Madinat Jumeirah Arena
How For more informationcall 050 698 4599
Millennium KIDS PARTY
What A fun evening out for the kids with open buffet and various children's activities including face painting, games, bouncy castle, magic show and gifts.
When November 5; 6pm-9pm
Where Millennium Hotel, Abu Dhabi
How Tickets cost Dh85 (child or adult) including an open buffet. To book tickets, call 02 614 6006 or 050 666 3419
YASALAM 2010
What Live concerts by Lebanese stars Fares Karem and Nancy Arjam will take place during a month of entertainment across Abu Dhabi to celebrate the run-up to the 2010 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix.
When October 15 - November 14
Where Yasalam Live on Abu Dhabi Corniche, Yasalam Live Across the City, and Yasalam Live on Yas Island.
How For information on all the events, visit www.yasalam.ae or call 02 508 8000
Club call Best parties in town
The ASIAN NIGHTS @ CHI BLACK
What Every Friday, Desire brings you the best in Bollywood and Bhangra music mixed with R'n'B and house, spun by DJ Shadow. Warm up by DJ Josh.
When November 5; doors open 9pm
Where Chi Black VIP Room, The Lodge
How Entrance is Dh100 at the door, free entry for ladies and couples
MUSTHAVESOUL
What MustHaveSoul is proud to be launching a brand new weekly event in the capital - every Friday with resident DJs plus a top international guest every month.
When November 5; 4pm until 2am
Where Skylite, The Yas Hotel, Yas Island
How Entrance is free. For table bookings, call 0501249640 or for more information, visit www.musthavesoul.com
ABRI LIVE AT TAMANYA TERRACE
What MTV Europe Music Awards 2008 nominee Abri, described as ‘the best original band Dubai has ever seen', will perform live.
When November 10; doors open 5pm, ABRI starts at 9pm
Where Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City
How Free entrance. For table bookings, call 04 3669111
Ibiza comes to town
One of the world's most popular clubs Pacha, located in Ibiza, comes to Nasimi Beach this week. Loads of good music and packed with fun. Party-goers shouldn't miss this event.
When November 5
Where Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
How For more information call 050 911 0600
Ferry down to the party
What DJ Ferry Corsten headlines this party which features the fabulous Sean Paul, Fatman Scoop and Andy Clay.
When November 11
Where Flash Forum, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
How For more information call 04 367 6699
NORMAN JAY AND TERRY FRANCIS
What Norman will be playing under the stars on The Rooftop while Terry bumps his tracks through the Funktion One sound system in the Main Room. Dany Neville and Rone Jaxx will continue to pack the Urban Studio with the sounds of hip hop and R'n'B.
When November 5; doors open at 10pm
Where Trilogy, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
How Tickets cost Dh130 (regular), Dh150 (VIP) and free entrance for Ladies and Face Card holders until 11pm. Tickets are available at www.platinumlist.ae. For more information and table bookings, call 050 725 8277 or email lindi@ohmrecords.com
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JONAS BROTHERS LIVE
When November 18 at Yas Arena, Yas Island
How Tickets cost Dh150. To book tickets, call 800 FLASH (35274), or for more information, visit www.yasisland.com
NELLY FURTADO LIVE
When November 26 at Yas Arena, Yas Island
How Tickets cost Dh150. To book tickets, call 800 FLASH (35274), or for more information, visit www.yasisland.com
AKON TO PERFORM LIVE
When December 3 at Dubai World Trade Centre
How Tickets cost Dh300 (under 21), Dh350 (arena), Dh550 (VIP select) and Dh850 (Akon Lounge). Available at Virgin Megastores
