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CONNECTOR.AE 8 CONNECTOR.AE 9 OUT AND ABOUT OUT AND ABOUT 6 7 8 Hany Shaker And Wael Jassar Live Nate Bargatze: Live Comedy Gabriel Iglesias Live: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season 3 May 3 May 5 April Two legends of Arabic music come together for an unforgettable evening at Dubai Opera. Catch Egyptian icon Hany Shaker and Lebanese star Wael Jassar performing their greatest hits live. From nostalgic ballads to timeless love songs, the night promises powerful vocals, emotional melodies and pure musical elegance. Expect a heartfelt set-list featuring fan favourites like ‘Lesa Betes’aly’ and ‘Mishit Khalas’. A must-attend for fans of classic Arabic music. Tickets start from Dhs 295. www.dubaiopera.com Comedy fans, get ready for a night of laugh-outloud moments as Grammy-nominated comedian Nate Bargatzemakes his highly anticipated Dubai debut at Coca-Cola Arena. Known for his clean, clever, and quietly brilliant humour, Bargatze’s ‘Big Dumb Eyes’ tour brings his signature style to the stage. Expect relatable and sharp takes on family life, awkward social encounters and everyday absurdities delivered with his laid-back Southern charm. Tickets start from Dhs 195. www.coca-cola-arena.com Gabriel ‘Fluffy’ Iglesias brings warmth, wit and wild impressions to the Abu Dhabi for the Abu Dhabi Comedy Season. Beloved for his storytelling style and playful voices, Fluffy masterfully blends pop culture, family life and Latin roots into a feelgood comedy experience. A regular on Netflix and sold-out arenas worldwide, Iglesias’ lighthearted humour and charm make for a night of fun, laughter and big heart. Tickets from Dhs 295. www.etihadarena.ae Denis Matsuev’s Anniversary Concert Hometown Tales By Short+Sweet Toto Tour 2025 4 May 4 And 5 May 7 May Celebrate the legacy of piano virtuoso Denis Matsuev as he marks his fiftieth anniversary with a grand performance at Dubai Opera. Joined by the Chelyabinsk State Symphony Orchestra under conductor Alexey Rubin, Matsuev will showcase his unmatched talent and powerful stage presence. A winner of the International Tchaikovsky Competition, Matsuev promises an unforgettable evening of classical brilliance. Tickets start from Dhs 350. www.dubaiopera.com The world’s largest short-form theatre festival is back in Dubai at Alserkal Avenue! Catch Week 4 of the exciting 10-minute play series as Short+Sweet Theatre presents ‘Hometown Tales’, a themed weekend exploring roots, origins and identity through bite-sized theatre. From comedy to drama and a variety of story-telling formats including monologues, ensemble pieces, mimes and musicals, each play packs a punch in under 10 minutes. Tickets start from Dhs 120. www.shortandsweet.org Catch rock icons Toto live at Etihad Arena as they bring their world tour to the capital. Fans can look forward to classic anthems like ‘Africa’, ‘Rosanna’ and ‘Hold the Line’, performed by one of the most technically brilliant bands of all time. With a signature blend of pop, rock, jazz and funk, the band from LA has established themselves as a household name across generations. Expect a night of nostalgic hits and top-tier musicianship. Tickets start from Dhs 325. www.etihadarena.ae 9 10 11

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