Here and Now Tour
What The successful 1980s live concerts brings together favourites Boy George, Paul Young, Belinda Carlisle, The Real Thing, Curiosity Killed The Cat and Kid Creole and the Coconuts. All the artists will perform their top hits back-to-back.
When April 7
Where Meydan Racecourse, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
How Dh350 (general admission), Dh750 (Golden Circle - includes VIP entrance, five drinks, snacks and after party entrance). For more information, call 050 775 9483
Maroon 5 live in concert
When April 21 at Dubai World Trade Centre; doors open 7pm, show starts 9pm
How Dh275 (regular standing); Dh350 (Maroon pit standing). For more information, call 04 427 8166
Hurts performs live in Dubai
When May 19 at the Irish Village, Garhoud, Dubai; doors open 7pm, show starts 9pm
How Tickets cost Dh225. For more information, call 04 439 0900
Joe Cocker live in Dubai
When May 22 at the Al Badia Golf Club by InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai; doors open 6pm, show starts 9pm
How Dh300 (regular); Dh500 (front seating). For more information, call 04 439 0900
Abu Dhabi
The 5th Annual Chill Out Festival
What The Chill Out Festival is back with an interesting line-up of live acts and DJs. The performers for the first day include Royksopp, Felix Martin, Matthew Hawtin, MIDIval Punditz, Liminal Roots and The Brownies, while the second day will see Erykah Badu, The Cinematic Orchestra, Matthew Herbert, AIM & Niko, Kaleidoscope, DJ David Craig, Hamdan Al Abri, Tar3k V and Beatboxer Ray perform.
When April 8 and 9, from 4pm to 2am
Where Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
How Entry costs Dh250. For more information on the event call 04 397 3728
Sharmila Dance Extravaganza
What Sharmila Dance will hold the 11th edition of the Sharmila Dance Extravaganza. This year's show will see 200 students and professionals of all age groups perform a variety of dances and acts such as street jazz, hip hop, lyrical hip hop, jazz, contemporary, classical ballet and musical theatre.
When April 14, 15 and 16
Where Dubai Centrepoint Theatre, Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre, Mall of the Emirates.
How For more information, visit www.sharmiladance.com
WESTLIFE live in Dubai
What One of the most successful boy bands of the past decade, Westlife, is coming to Dubai for a one-night only performance. Westlife, with their 12 years together, ten albums, 44 million sales, 14 number ones (only three less than The Beatles) and with three out of five albums going to number one is definitely an act you just can't miss.
When April 14
Where Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa Centre of Excellence
How Tickets cost Dh250 and Dh450 and are available at www.boxofficeme.com, Virgin Megastores or call 04 814 5444
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
What The hit Hindi play revolves around Prem, a businessman who has feelings for Menaka, an upcoming dancer. Before he tells her, he is introduced to Pari, who looks exactly like his late wife Chanda. Prem did not like his wife so he shows no interest in Pari. However, the spirit of Chanda enters the body of Pari and slaps Prem declaring that she will be visiting him always. Will Prem accept Pari's love and drop Menaka?
When April 21
Where Shaikh Rashid Auditorium, Indian High School.
How Tickets cost Dh350, Dh250, Dh125, Dh60. For more information, call Signature Events at 04 337 37 24 or 050 654 9100
Gulf Film Festival
Experimental film-maker Gérard Courant, who holds the world record for the longest film ever made - the 156-hour Cinématon - will be in the spotlight at the fourth Gulf Film Festival, the platform for bold, experimental and contemporary cinema from the Arabian peninsula. One of the most prolific film-makers with more than 300 films to his credit, Courant is also a master of conceptual and lyrical cinema.
When April 14 to April 20
Where Dubai Festival City.
How For more details on
The festival log on to www.gulffilmfest.com
Richard Clayderman live
What Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs will present Richard Clayderman live in concert in aid of the training centre.
When April 23 at 8pm
Where Al Bustan Rotana
How For further details email tushara@alnooruae.org.
