This weekend promises fun, informative, and relaxing activities! From orchestral concerts to discussions on health, wellness, writings, and art, and to museum exploration and craft exhibition- an amazing weekend awaits adults and children alike! A tiger is waiting, too!
Green Ehteraz is required upon entry for most events and masks are a must at some places. Enjoy!
Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20
September 23, 2022, at 6pm
Hamilton International School Theatre, Mesaimeer
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra brings Mozart’s Piano Concerto in D Minor - one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's few works written in a minor key and represents his stormiest concerto. Regarded by 19th-century critics as Beethoven-like, it's the first of six stunning pieces composed for piano and orchestra between 1785 and 1786.
Enjoy a relaxing Friday night as the first Steinway artist in the Middle East Sonja Park joins the orchestra’s conductor Andreas Weiser and the Philharmonic.
Ticket prize starts from QR 100 at QTickets, only a few are left. Please note that below 6 years old will not be admitted into the venue.
One Tiger or Another Exhibition
Until January 21, 2023
Saturday to Thursday: 9am to 7pm; Friday: 1:30pm to 7pm
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
A Rubaiyat Qatar exhibition brings you Singaporean contemporary artist and filmmaker Ho Tzu Nyen's last piece of a series of artworks dealing with tigers in Southeast Asia. The exhibition features artifacts relating to the legend of Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore, who is one of the most famous and polarizing figures in South Asian history.
You'll find a cannon, a contemporary multichannel video installation, eighteenth-century paintings, and contemporary comic books, exploring the creative potential of art and media as a means of storytelling, and history as the product of both fact and fiction.
Why one tiger or another? Visit the exhibition to find out! Click here for tickets.
Teal Talks #DontFearTheSmear
September 23, 2022 at 4pm
Workinton M7, 5th Floor
To mark this year's gynecological cancer awareness month, The Teal Society is calling eligible women, whether they have indirectly or directly been affected, to gather and join the discussion on gynecological cancer. From early detection and symptoms to coping mechanisms and post-treatment support - it's going to be an informative talk! Lunch will be provided.
No tickets and registration required. WhatsApp +1 626 365-7857 for further details.
State Symphony Orchestra of Uzbekistan Concert
September 24-25, 2022 at 7:30pm
Katara Building 16 - Opera House
The Uzbekistan State Symphony Orchestra will stage a free concert at the Katara Cultural Village, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Qatar.
The Uzbekistan State Symphony Orchestra was founded in 2014 and is composed mostly of young musicians and talented students who received awards and recognitions from various local and global competitions. Its repertoire includes popular, national, and contemporary world music.
Six years old and above are invited to this two-night concert. For free tickets, register through the Katara website.
*An Uzbekistan Craft & Art Exhibition is also on view at Building 47 - Gallery 1 & 2.
Beyond Art by Incubate Qatar
September 22-23, 2022 at 6pm and 7pm
W Doha Hotel, Art 29
Everyone is invited to join a panel discussion on September 22 (Thursday) at 7 pm, where speakers will discuss Art as a mean to cultural communication.
Then on September 23 (Friday) at 6 pm, a round-table discussion about writing, and the challenges writers face in the digital world will be tackled.
Fun and informative events guaranteed! And it's free - no ticket entry!
Family Map-Treasure Hunt at FBQ Museum
September 23, 2022 (all Fridays) at 2pm and 4pm
Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum
Every Friday, the FBQ Museum invites families and children for fun and creative activities through its 'Family Map-Treasure Hunt' program. Let Adam 'The Camel' guide you on a discovery journey through all museum halls and learn about the marvels on display.
Free entrance for Kids under 12 yrs, and QR 50 for adults. Book your reservations now as spots are limited. Email: [email protected], or call: 6687 4177.
Family Saturday: Drop-In Projection
September 24, 2022, at 4pm
National Museum of Qatar Learning Studio
Spend your Saturday creating dream-like collages and experiment with mirrored light and projections! Children over 5 years and their families can take part in this hands-on arts and crafts workshop inspired by Pipilotti Rist exhibition 'Your Brain To Me, My Brain To You'.
Hosted by the Learning Team, this event is free. Register here to participate.
Short Story Competition for teens by Mathaf and DFI
Until September 25, 2022
Online event
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art and the Doha Film Institute (DFI) are inviting teenagers aged 13-17 years old to join a short story competition focused on the theme of 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar.
The story should be between 1,600-2,000 words and must be submitted in person at Mathaf or thru email: [email protected] only until September 25, 2022.
There is no fee to enter this competition, so get your creative juices flowing as three of the best stories will have the opportunity to take part as jurors in this year’s special edition of the Ajyal Film Festival. Good luck!
'Design a Welcome Postcard'
Until September 29, 2022
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
As World Cup nears, preparatory students are invited to participate in a 'Welcome to Qatar' drawing competition, aimed at engaging them in the events and activities lined up in preparation for the biggest football tournament this year.
The Learning and Outreach Section at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum is encouraging you to design a welcome postcard and submit it to the QOSM reception on September 27, 2022 and no later than September 29, 2022. Contact: [email protected] or call: 4452 5200 for further inquiries.
Majaz: Contemporary Art Qatar
Until February 25, 2023
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
Majaz: Contemporary Art Qatar exhibition features impressive artworks of Fire Station's Artist in Residence (AIR) programme alumni who participated in the years 2015–2021. The 36 emerging and mid-career Doha-based artists will showcase their projects ranging from painting, drawing, prints, sculpture, new media, and installations. Click here for more details.
