The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi unveils its new season

The tenth season is expected to showcase both global and local talent through shows, talks and workshops.

The imminence of a new season at The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is always cause for celebration as far as culture vultures across the UAE are concerned. And like editions past, the upcoming tenth season will be rooted in a genre-defying programme themed ‘Looking Back and Looking Forward’. An eclectic array of global and local talent will be showcased through shows, talks and workshops. A total of 55 performances, featuring over 30 artists bring together new acts as well as past performers

Opening the season is Sol Invictus on 5 September, followed by a double feature of Gaye Su Akyol and TootArd on 19 September. Augurs, featuring Lebanese actresses Hanane Hajj Ali and Randa Asmar, will touch up on Beirut’s past on 28 September before moving to the Claude Cozens Trio jazz-fusion performance on 5 October. On 9 October, Odeya Nini’s Ode will offer a solo vocal performance followed by La Lezione di Teatro on 11 October.

Hamour Doesn’t Leave the Cubicle, an Emirati play by Reem Almenhali and Ahmed Almadloum, will delve into the humorous side of workplace bureaucracy on 18 October. Elsewhere, a special focus on film as performance will translate to the Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival which will showcase films exploring environmental issues for three nights from 25 October. Mujo by Purring Tiger will entertain crowds on 1 November followed by In The Fall on 15 November and Hekayah on 28 November.

The programs will continue with a short break, with Maysoon Zahid’s stand-up act on 15 January. Dance performances are on the roster, too, and 16 January will see Hakili Koura’s musical ensemble, after which a contemporary dance performance, Beytna, will run on 30 January. The Tammas festival will take place on 13 February after which the lineup will pause once again for Ramadan. The Arts Centre at NYU Abu Dhabi will wrap up the season with The Temple on 17 May.

With a rich and diverse lineup, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi promises an unforgettable season of entertainment. Tickets for the shows are available now so make sure you snag your spot.

GO: Visit www.nyuad-artscenter.org for more information.