The renowned Russian director Yuri Alexandrov brings the opera “Rigoletto” on 22 November to the UAE. Presented by one of Russia’s leading opera companies, the State Theatre St. Petersburg Opera will bring audiences a grand production of Giuseppe Verdi’s Rigoletto. This showcase marks the company’s highly anticipated return after their performances were featured as part of the Russian Cultural Programme at Expo 2020.
And on 23 November, for the first time in Abu Dhabi, the company will present a Gala of Ballet and Opera—a spectacular evening uniting two of the world’s greatest art forms.
The performances are presented in partnership with Art for All.
Tickets will be available soon.
The renowned Russian director Yuri Alexandrov brings the opera “Rigoletto” on 22 November to the UAE. Presented by one of Russia’s leading opera companies, the State Theatre St. Petersburg Opera will bring audiences a grand production of Giuseppe Verdi’s Rigoletto. This showcase marks the company’s highly anticipated return after their performances were featured as part of the Russian Cultural Programme at Expo 2020.
And on 23 November, for the first time in Abu Dhabi, the company will present a Gala of Ballet and Opera—a spectacular evening uniting two of the world’s greatest art forms.
The performances are presented in partnership with Art for All.
Tickets will be available soon.
You may also be interested in the following events coming up at Cultural Foundation
A spectacular celebration of Chinese acrobatics is coming to Cultural Foundation on 27 September with “Mid-Autumn Festival: A Moonment to Remember”! The Dezhou Acrobatic Troupe will deliver a thrilling 90-minute show with 25 performers and 12 breathtaking acts. Expect graceful choreography, dazzling aerial stunts, and heart-stopping hoop diving - all blending tradition with modern acrobatic brilliance.
Siqing Lu is one of China's most acclaimed violinists. He brings profound lyricism and technical brilliance to his interpretations and is considered today one of the leading international violinists. His recordings of contemporary Chinese music such as Xie-Yang Chen have substantially contributed to popularize this music outside China. For his first recital in the UAE, Lu Siqing has chosen a challenging programme including Chinese contemporary classical music, Dvořák's Violin Sonatina in G major, as well as Camille Saint-Saëns’ Sonata Nr.1 in D Minor, Op. 75. Known for his expressive style and deep musical sensitivity, Lu’s musicianship will capture the drama, lyrical beauty, and emotional depth of Saint-Saëns’ masterpiece. Considered a cornerstone of the Romantic violin repertoire since its creation in 1885, the concerto is not only a very popular work but also a virtuosic piece demanding the highest technical agility. Get ready to be embarked by Lu Siqing on an intense romantic journey of musical elegance and brilliance. Chamber Concert Series in partnership with Chinese Embassy.
Edith Par Jil Aigrot" presents a soulful tribute to the iconic chanteuse Edith Piaf, featuring singer Jil Aigrot, renowned as Piaf's voice in the Oscar-winning film “La Vie en Rose”. On 11 October, the concert will transport audiences into Piaf’s world through an enchanting blend of music, visual storytelling, and heartfelt performances. With Aigrot’s powerful vocals, backed by a trio of world-renowned musicians, the show reinterprets classics like "La Vie en Rose", "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien", amongst others, creating a moving homage that resonates across generations. Presented in partnership with Art For All.
On 20 and 21 October, younger audiences can experience “Shakespeare for Kidz: A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, an engaging and educational entry point into classical theatre, fostering an early appreciation for Shakespeare's timeless stories in a format that resonates with children. The performance is set in the enchanting world of ancient Athens and a mystical forest where the tale of love, magic, and mischief follows four young friends who escape to the woods, only to find it inhabited by feuding fairy royalty. Presented in partnership with S4K International Ltd. Tickets will be available soon.
SCHLiNGEL ABU DHABI - A Children and Youth Film Festival” transforms film viewing into an active, educational, and inspiring adventure for the youth. Established in 1996 in Chemnitz, Germany, the festival offers filmmakers to present their work to younger audiences in Abu Dhabi. Running from 23 to 25 October, the festival gives an overview of the latest international productions in the area of children and youth films. Presented in partnership with the Goethe-Institut Gulf Region. Tickets will be available soon
For those interested in discovering unique intangible heritage, “Faces and Voices of Malta: A Mediterranean Odyssey” is a captivating cultural performance bringing the soul of Malta’s traditional music to the stage on 26 October at the outdoor amphitheatre of Cultural Foundation. The event will showcase the evocative art of għana, Malta’s distinctive form of folk chant, performed by two of the country’s foremost vocalists accompanied by three guitarists. The performance emphasises the lyrical and poetic essence of Maltese heritage, capturing the spirit of the Mediterranean through compelling narratives and melodic expressions, serving as a bridge between Malta and the UAE. Presented in partnership with the Embassy of Malta.
