Panel discussions, performing arts and workshops highlight unique programming at Abu Dhabi Art

• Second day of Abu Dhabi Art 2016 promises a unique array of fair highlights

Abu Dhabi, 17 November 2016:  Abu Dhabi Art 2016 will continue to present a variety of offerings to the public at Manarat Al Saadiyat tomorrow (Thursday), inspiring visitors with intellectual discussions and live performances as part of a diverse arts programme taking place from 16-19 November. 
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the second day of Abu Dhabi Art will offer fair-goers a range of creative events and inspiring experiences. 

Majlis Fann
Curated by Reem Fadda, Majlis Fann continues a substantial programme of talks and book launches with “Begin at the End,” featuring celebrated artist Idris Khan and moderated by Nick Leech, Journalist at The National. Khan is represented by Sean Kelly Gallery. 
Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, 2:00pm – 3:00pm.

Louvre Abu Dhabi Art Talking Art Series will then present “Giuseppe Penone, Creativity and Commissions,” led by international talent Giuseppe Penone and moderated by Jean François Charnier, Scientific Director of Agence France-Muséums. 
Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, 4:00pm – 5:00pm.

Completing Thursday’s programme for Majlis Fann is “Co-Lab,” an exclusive discussion between UAE-based artist Vikram Devecha and Mathieu Bassée, Design Director at MTX Broderie Architecturale. This talk will be moderated by Alia Lootah from Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority. 
Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, 6:00pm – 7:00pm.

Performing Arts
(Re)birth, curated by Fabrice Bousteau as part of Beyond, is set to continue with the second instalment of “Monumental Calligraphy”, now performed by Nja Mahdaoui, an artist represented by Elmarsa who will be astounding visitors with another round of large-scale calligraphy works.
Garden at Manarat Al Saadiyat, 7:30pm – 8:30pm 

Tarek Abou El Fetouh’s Durub Al Tawaya will relive an interactive spectacle through Anna Rispoli’s “Five Attempts to Speak with an Alien,” an adventurous voyage that will take ticket-holders out onto the waterfront of Abu Dhabi for an unforgettable shared experience. 
Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi, 5:30pm – 7:30pm 

Workshops and tours
Engaging hands-on workshops for children aged eight years and below will invite budding young artists to create works inspired by Abu Dhabi Art, while guided tours will highlight current trends in the world of art for the duration of the fair. 
Abu Dhabi Art Gallery Halls, Manarat Al Saadiyat, 2:00pm – 9pm daily.

From the opening of the fair through to next year, a number of incredible design projects and architectural wonders will also be on display at Manarat Al Saadiyat and across Abu Dhabi city. 
Manarat Al Saadiyat and Abu Dhabi city, 16 November 2016 to 13 May 2017.

For more information about galleries, art installations, and exhibits open to visitors during Abu Dhabi Art 2016, please visit abudhabiart.ae.