Sondra Radvanovsky and Vincenzo Scalera at Abu Dhabi Festival 2026
Date: 17/10/2026
Venue: The Red Theater, The Arts Center
- Sondra Radvanovsky is a star soprano, renowned for her exceptional dramatic presence and a voice of rich, luscious colour and depth. In this programme, accompanied by Vincenzo Scalera, she alternates arias and songs by Bellini, Verdi and Puccini, showcasing her affinity for the Italian bel canto and verismo repertoire. Demonstrating her remarkable versatility, these are set alongside songs by Rachmaninov, the famous Letter Scene from Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, and three great songs by tona...
Lisa Batiashvili and Giorgi Gigashvili at Abu Dhabi Festival 2026
Date: 10/12/2026
Venue: The Red Theater, The Arts Center
- Two astonishing players, the award-winning violinist Lisa Batiashvili and the rising piano star Giorgi Gigashvili, join for a thrilling programme that encompasses Beethoven, Bartók, Franck and a new work by Joseph Bardanashvili. The bold grandeur of Beethoven contrasts with the wild brilliance of Bartók, while Franck’s violin sonata is filled with shimmering colour and graceful lyricism.
Minsoo Sohn at Abu Dhabi Festival 2026
Date: 12/12/2026
Venue: The Red Theater, The Arts Center
- Known for his musical intelligence and elegant virtuosity, Minsoo Sohn plays Book One of Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier. These 24 preludes and fugues explore the intricacies of all major and minor keys, originally conceived as a teaching exercise but now celebrated as a beloved performance masterpiece. The ear and mind are guided through a progression that fascinates, diverts, and exerts a powerful emotional and intellectual effect.
Dhafer Youssef at Abu Dhabi Festival 2026
Date: 19/12/2026
Venue: The Red Theater, The Arts Center
- Oud player, singer, and composer Dhafer Youssef leads his Quintet on a mesmerising journey through soundscapes that bridge East and West. Born in Tunisia, Youssef divides his time between Vienna, Paris, and New York, and his music reflects this global spirit. Rooted in the Arab musical and vocal traditions of North Africa, he masterfully fuses jazz, European classical forms, Turkish influence, and traditional Indian music into sensuous melodies and intricate rhythmic structures. With driving...