What's On

THE ARTS CENTER

Shows and Performances

THE INSTITUTE

Conferences and Talks

THE ART GALLERY

Exhibitions and Events

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Discover shows, art exhibitions, and talks at NYU Abu Dhabi. See all events.

THE INSTITUTE
Talk

A Conversation with Abhijit Banerjee: Poor Economics, 15 Years On

Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:00PM

THE ARTS CENTER
Talk

Arts Chat

Building a Life as an Artist

Presented in partnership with NYUAD Art Gallery and NYUAD Career Development Center

Wed, Nov 26 at 6:30-7:30pm, 2025

THE INSTITUTE - NEW YORK
Talk

The Power of Us: How Shared Identities Shape Conflict and Cooperation

Thursday, December 04, 2025, 5:00PM EST

THE INSTITUTE - NEW YORK
Talk

Theater, Politics and Pedagogy in a Global Context 

Monday, December 08, 2025, 5:00PM EST

THE ARTS CENTER
Performance

11th Annual Edition

Hekayah | The Story

Eid al Etihad UAE National Day Celebration

Thursday, Nov 27 @ 7:30pm, 2025

THE INSTITUTE
Talk

The Urgencies of Water: Thinking Across and Through the Indian Ocean

Monday, December 08, 2025, 6:00PM

Christo Award

Under the Patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Hamdan Al Nahyan, The Christo and Jeanne-Claude Award, presented by New York University Abu Dhabi and in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) has been established to nurture artistic talent in the United Arab Emirates. It is an annual award produced in collaboration with The NYUAD Art Gallery.

Programs for Schools and Colleges

Educators, join us for special Student Matinee performances for select shows.

Academic Program Proposals

The Institute welcomes proposals for conferences, workshops, and regional collaborative seminars in all fields of study that have thematic relevance to NYUAD’s curriculum and areas of research.

Learn

The Art Center, Institute, and The Art Gallery provide a plethora of resources to the community for educational and enrichment purposes. Videos, publications, podcasts, and guides are published to be used as educational resources for the community.

Plan Your Visit

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