20 April 2019 www.bahrainthismonth.com happenings ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS APRIL 4-5 ILHAM AL- MADFAI Oliveto Oliveto celebrates its 15th anniversary with Ilham Al-Madfai, an Iraqi master guitarist, singer and composer whose synthesis of Western guitar styling with traditional Iraqi music has made him a popular performer in his native country and throughout the Middle East. Beginning in 1999, Al-Madfai released a string of albums on EMI’s label, including his platinum-selling eponymous debut, Ilham al-Madfai (1999), Live at the Hard Rock Cafe (2001), Baghdad (2003) and The Voice of Iraq: The Best of Ilham al-Madfai (2005). In 2009, Al-Madfai released Dishdasha. His Western-inspired compositions led to a nickname; “The Baghdad Beatle”. This famous Arabic crossover musician will entertain you from 9pm to 2am. Call 17 716-747. LIVE CONCERT APRIL 5 JASON DERULO Bahrain Bay Jason Derulo rocks Bahrain Bay with heart-thumping music including his best-known songs such as Ridin’ Solo, Whatcha Say and Trumpets. With a barrage of dancers, tight routines and a significant range of contemporary pop hits, Derulo makes it a memorable night. The show starts at 8.30pm and is suitable for ages eight years and above. Visit springofculture.org TECHNO BEATS APRIL 5 CALEXICO X PROPAGANDA: FRANCK ROGER Calexico Catch Franck Roger, one of the most influential DJ/producers in the electronic music scene, at Calexico this month. Franck’s musical journey stretches back all the way to the ‘90s, releasing top-shelf house and techno tracks for record labels such as, Home Invasion, Plant E, Cadenza, Desolat and Vega Records to name a few. He has produced timeless tracks and remixes for many other artists such as DJ Deep, Blaze, Kenny Dope and the list goes on. Other DJs performing on the night are Hameed and Mazen Maskati. Dress classy but comfortable. The night starts at 8pm. Call 17 666-644. BOURJI ON APRIL 5 ZIAD BOURJI LIVE Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Mark your calendars and get ready for another legendary Arabic concert featuring the Lebanese superstar, Ziad Bourji, who’ll be performing his iconic hits such as Mech Taye and S’al Dmouii, accompanied by spectacular live music from Pashawat’s One Man Show, Robert, with an exotic belly dancer, an exquisite gala dinner and lots of surprises. Tickets start from BD80. Call 39 117-112, 36 222-927 or 17 636-363. DON GIOVANI APRIL 4 FREIBURG BAROQUE ORCHESTRA Bahrain National Theatre The Freiburg Baroque Orchestra performs Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s masterpiece, Don Giovanni, in Bahrain. Regarded as the opera to beat all operas, it is full of farce and innuendo, seriousness and drama, underscored by music that couldn’t be more thrilling. The opera is led by renowned Belgian conductor René Jacobs, with lead baritones Johannes Weisser and Robert Gleadow’s commanding stage presence in the roles of the two male leads. The performance is also accompanied by the Camerata Vocale Freiburg Choir. Visit springofculture.org When? Tuesdays Event? His Night Venue? Havana Club Gents enjoy your first drink on the house as you groove to the rhythms of a live Cuban band trio from 8pm to 12am. Call 77 707-070. When? Thursdays Event? Bandeoke Venue? Wembley Lounge Sing your favourite karaoke songs live on stage with the resident band, every Thursday from 9pm. Call 33 640-009. When? Thursdays Event? Her Night Venue? Havana Club Ladies put on your dancing shoes and enjoy complimentary drinks and DJ entertainment. Call 77 707-070. When? April 2 Event? Boulevard Circus Venue? Manama Russian International Circus from 4.30pm to 5.45pm. Visit evnoapp.com When? April 2 Event? Salsa Night Venue? Bar De La Plage Fuel your passion for dancing with this weekly Salsa Night from 7pm to 11pm. Call 17 586-499 When? April 4 Event? Salsa & Ladies Night Venue? Bizarre Lounge Join this Latino dance party hosted by talented instructor Jaffar, every Thursday from 8pm - 2am. Call 17 171-441. When? April 4 Event? The Indian Property Show Venue? Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre Visit this expo to trade-in your property, finance and invest in new ones. Open from 2pm to 9pm. Call 17 558-800. When? April 6 Event? Saturday Night Fever Venue? Grand Safir Hotel Bistro Live hosts a Saturday Night Fever party in the true spirit of disco. Starts 9pm. Call 17 365-999.
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