CONNECTOR.AE 6 CONNECTOR.AE 7 Renowned Iranian artist Reza Derakshani presents his first solo exhibition in five years, titled ‘I Paint Your Grace, I Paint Your Pain, I Paint Love’. Running throughout July at Leila Heller Gallery, the show explores themes of memory, identity, and transformation. Featuring never-before-seen works from his acclaimed series, ‘The Hunt, ‘Day and Night’, and ‘Migration’, Derakshani blends Persian artistic traditions with personal and socio-political narratives. This is a rare chance to witness a masterful fusion of poetry, symbolism, and contemporary expression. Exhibition is open to the public. www.alserkal.online As temperatures rise this July, so does the energy across the UAE. OUT & ABOUT With school holidays in full swing and venues packed with exciting shows, cultural happenings, and family fun, there’s no shortage of things to do. Connector rounds up some of the top events to check out this summer in the UAE. Abu Dhabi’s largest indoor fitness event is back as Abu Dhabi Summer Sports takes over 37,500sqm of ADNEC with actionpacked fun throughout the month. Featuring 52 pro-grade courts for basketball, padel, football, and more, plus a 1.2km indoor track, Club Zone, and HYROX debut, it’s the ultimate active escape for some of the best indoor sports and fitness activities for the summer. Expect fitness classes, wellness zones, children’s camps, and over 50 community events. Open daily from 6am to 1am. Entry tickets start from Dhs 50. www.adsummersports.ae Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 1 To 31 July Exhibition By Reza Derakshani 1 To 31 July 1 2
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