Hands up if you want some news on live gigs and concerts in Abu Dhabi in 2021.
Of course you do, and we have some great news to tell you about who is coming to perform in Abu Dhabi this year.
Yes, there have been a couple of announcements for Abu Dhabians to get most excited about as live shows, performances and gigs are slowly introduced back into the capital.
Want to know more?
Of course you do. Here’s the lowdown on all the confirmed gigs and concerts coming to Abu Dhabi in 2021.
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Sept 2-11, 2021
Disney On Ice Presents: Find Your Hero, theatre
It’s time to forget your fears and join Disney On Ice and go on an adventure. From voyaging unchartered terrorities with Moana and Maui to diving under the sea with Ariel and Sebastien, this is one escapade at the Etihad Arena which you will want to pluck up every ounce of bravery to see. It is the first confirmed theatre show for Abu Dhabi in 2021 with organisers promising more announcements in the coming months.
From Dhs195. Thu Sep 2-Sat Sep 11. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, etihadarena.ae.
Sept 17, 2021
Russell Peters, comedy
You’re going to have a right bubble at this comedy gig in Abu Dhabi in September. Russell Peters, of Netflix fame (we’re talking Almost Famous and Notorious), will be making his first trip back to the UAE stage since 2019 for one night in Abu Dhabi. Known for his observations on race and culture, Rolling Stone named him has one of the best 50 comics of all time so you should have a few giggles at this comedy gig coming to Abu Dhabi on Friday September 17.
From Dhs195. Fri Sept 17 starts 8.30pm. Etihad Area, Yas Island, etihadarena.ae.
Oct 14-16
Mark Ronson, music
Semi Permanent Middle East is coming to Abu Dhabi in October to host the Creativity Festival and one of most legendary music icons will be taking to the stage. British DJ Mark Ronson will be appearing on the ‘In Conversation’ workshop before hitting the decks for a special performance at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The concert isn’t the only event at the festival with activations including design, retail, branding, fashion, and technology industries scheduled. Tickets for the festival haven’t been announced but it is another exciting live gig coming to Abu Dhabi in 2021 to add to your calendar.
October 14-16, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island (02 657 5800).
November 26, 2021
Michael McIntyre, comedy
We all need a laugh now and again, and on Friday November 26 in Abu Dhabi will be given their fair share as one of Britain’s funniest men takes the stage at the Etihad Arena. Part of his Big World Tour, Michael McIntyre will be bringing all his observations from home and abroad to the capital in what promises to be one of the funniest nights of the year. You can buy tickets to the comedy gig from ethiad.ae from Dhs195.
From Dhs195. Fri Nov 26, doors open at 7pm. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, etihadarena.ae.
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