Connector April 2025

CONNECTOR.AE 16 CONNECTOR.AE 17 OUT AND ABOUT OUT AND ABOUT Mind Against Live Metal Fest II Tango After Dark 26 April 26 April 26 And 27 April Dance the night away under the stars as Italian electronic duo Mind Against take over Terra Solis on26April. Known for their fusionofmelodic house and techno, they’ll spin tracks like ‘Walking Away’, ‘Dreamcast’, and ‘Astral’. Joining them is deep house talent Maxi Meraki, along with Lebanese DJ Ziad Ghosn, delivering an electrifying night of atmospheric beats. Tickets start from Dhs 150. www.terrasolisdubai.com Brace yourself for an electrifying night as Metal Fest II storms into The Fridge Warehouse on 26 April with a powerhouse lineup of the UAE’s top metal bands. Triton, Salt Tooth, Culture of Complain, and Metarust will unleash a mix of progressive rock, doom, punk, and classic metal, delivering raw riffs and high-intensity performances. Celebrating the UAE’s diverse metal scene, this festival unites Indian, Filipino, Arab and Emirati artists in a night of pure sonic energy. Tickets start from Dhs 80. www.thefridge.me Experience the passion of Argentine tango as world champions German Cornejo and Gisela Galeassi take the stage at Dubai Opera on 26 and 27 April. Joined by an ensemble of ten dancers, a seven-piece live band, and two vocalists, they will bring the vibrant spirit of Buenos Aires to life through the music of Astor Piazzolla. With performances at iconic venues like the Bolshoi Theatre and Sydney Opera House, Cornejo and Galeassi promise an unforgettable night of rhythm and elegance. Tickets start from Dhs 330. www.dubaiopera.com 30 31 32 33 34 35 Michael Learns To Rock Live JPEX Entertainment Exhibition Blue Note: Jazz Day Celebration 27 April 25 To 27 April 30 April Danish pop-rock legends Michael Learns To Rock are set to perform at Coca-Cola Arena on 27 April for the first time. Known for timeless hits like ‘Sleeping Child’ and ‘25 Minutes’, the trio has captivated Asian audiences with over 800 concerts. Since their 1988 debut, Jascha Richter, Kare Wanscher, and Mikkel Lentz have sold over 11 million albums and amassed 1.5 billion streams, making their music a nostalgic favourite for fans worldwide. Tickets start from Dhs 199. www.coca-cola-arena.com Step into the vibrant world of Japanese pop culture at the JPEX Entertainment Exhibition, taking place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre from 25 to 27 April. Whether you’re an anime lover, manga fan, or cosplay enthusiast, this exhibition brings Japanese creativity to life with anime screenings, live performances, creative workshops, and cultural showcases. At the heart of the event is Suhail, a mascot inspired by the mystical kitsune, offering an immersive journey into the world of Japanese heritage and entertainment. www.jpex.me Celebrate International Jazz Day at Dubai Opera. Led by award-winning bandleader Peter Long, the concert will bring timeless jazz classics like ‘So What’, ‘Cantaloupe Island’ and ‘Speak No Evil’. An all-star ensemble featuring Peter Long on alto sax, Freddie Hendrix on trumpets, Abraham Burton on tenor sax, Danny Grissett on piano, Thomas Bramerie on bass, Sebastian De Krom on drums and the soulful vocals of SaraOschlag, will take the stage for an evening of rhythm, paying homage to the legendary American jazz label Blue Note Records. Tickets start fromDhs 290. www.dubaiopera.com

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