What's On
More from Public Programs
Discover shows, art exhibitions, and talks at NYU Abu Dhabi. See all events.
Workshop
Performance Workshop
object for body / Body as an Object: A Laboratory of Transformation
With Youness Atbane
Tue, Sep 29 @ 6:30pm, 2026
Performance
UAE Premiere
Untitled 14km - Youness Atbane
Multidisciplinary dance theater, performance, and installation
Thu & Fri, Oct 1 & 2 @ 7:30pm, 2026
Talk
Understanding Depression: Biology, New Insights, and the Role of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 6:00PM
Talk
Sounds of Other Shores: The Musical Poetics of Identity on Kenya's Swahili Coast
Wednesday, October 07, 2026, 6:00PM
Performance
In collaboration with the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi
Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival 2026
Curated by Dr. Nezar Andary
Fri-Sun, Oct 9-11 @ Various Times
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.
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