How long is the concert?

The performance runs approximately 60 minutes.

What is the minimum age?

Attendees must be at least 13 years old.

Check-in is at TODA Dubai; the listed meeting point is Theatre Of Digital Art.

Is photography allowed?

Photography is typically restricted during performances—silence phones and avoid flash to respect the performers and audience.

Seating policies can vary by event; arrive early to secure preferred seats if seating is general admission.

Is the venue accessible?

Accessibility details are not provided in the listing; check directly with TODA Dubai or Theatre Of Digital Art for accommodations.

Spirit of the East: Oud, Tabla & Sax at TODA Dubai

Dubai’s Theatre Of Digital Art hosts an evening where ancient strings and syncopated skins meet the breath of modern jazz. Spirit of the East: The Art of Oriental Fusion presents a 60-minute concert at TODA Dubai that pairs Maestro Hooman Shirali’s oud with master tabla player Sandu and saxophonist Kadir, tracing musical threads between the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. The result is compact, intense, and intimate — a live dialogue that feels both centuries-old and newly improvised. The show opens with Oud motifs, the instrument’s warm, pear-shaped resonance filling the room and grounding each piece in a lineage of modal storytelling. Sandu’s tabla answers with crisp, articulate pulses that drive rhythmic momentum while Kadir’s saxophone slides between modal lines and jazz-inflected phrases, creating a conversation that privileges space as much as sound. The setting — TODA Dubai inside the Theatre Of Digital Art — frames the trio’s acoustic palette against a focused audience of listeners; the performance is designed to be close and undistracted, inviting focused listening rather than background music. What makes this offering stand out in Dubai’s cultural calendar is its blend of lived tradition and contemporary reinterpretation. The trio’s decades of experience in Middle Eastern music give each phrase authenticity, while arrangements fold in R&B and jazz sensibilities that make familiar modes feel fresh. For visitors, this is a rare chance to hear the oud and tabla outside of classical or festival contexts, presented instead as chamber music that rewards attention. Practical details are straightforward: the concert runs approximately 60 minutes and requires attendees to be at least 13 years old. Check-in is at TODA Dubai with a start time listed for 20:00 on the scheduled date; the meeting point is Theatre Of Digital Art. Arrive early to find seats and to absorb the room’s atmosphere before the first notes. Why book? For travelers who come to Dubai seeking cultural texture rather than shopping or skyline photos, this program offers a concentrated encounter with musical craft. It’s ideal for music lovers, curious travelers, and anyone eager to hear cross-cultural dialogue performed live by seasoned practitioners. Tickets are compact in duration but generous in feeling — an evening that lingers after you leave, carried in memory like a motif you’ll find yourself humming on the drive home. The performers bring authenticity: Maestro Hooman Shirali, Sandu and Kadir share over two decades working in Middle Eastern music, shaping subtle reworkings of maqams, ragas and urban grooves that reward repeat listening. Please respect the live setting—silence phones and avoid flash photography. After the show, step outside for a short walk to clear your ears; the city lights provide a stark, modern counterpoint to the evening’s acoustic intimacy tonight.

About Theatre of Digital Art Laser Shows

Theatre of Digital Art Laser Shows in Dubai presents immersive 360° laser and projection experiences that combine live performance, music, and visual art. The venue programs a diverse roster of shows covering family entertainment, classical concerts, cultural tributes, jazz and flamenco evenings, sound healing sessions, and breathwork meditations. Featured events include "Alice in Wonderland 360°," "Kids & Classics," "Lebanese Music Night: A Tribute to Icons," and "Legends & Fantasies with UAE Philharmonic Orchestra."

Performances pair live musicians and vocalists named on the schedule, including Majd Khattar, Olesia Glants, Oleg Poliansky, Gian Carlo, Yana Uspenskaya, Sofia Galas, and Nikolai Mishchenko, and collaborate with creative groups such as Creative House "VIGVAM." Visual production techniques include projection mapping and full 360° immersive visuals that transform the performance space. Programming also features experiential wellness offerings: "Sound Journey to Ancestors" uses rhythmic drums and overtone singing, while "9D Breathwork Meditation" offers guided multidimensional breathwork in an immersive environment. The venue stages theatrical and educational productions such as "Flamenco Odyssey," "Чайка (The Seagull)," "The Fixies: Tech it Easy!," and family-oriented storytelling like "Alice in Wonderland 360°." Each event emphasizes a clear artistic or educational theme so audiences can select experiences by interest. Theatre of Digital Art Laser Shows operates in Dubai with ticketed public events. Event information, performer lineups, and scheduling are published per event to guide visitors. For patrons seeking immersive multimedia concerts, cultural nights, classical recitals, or guided wellness sessions, this Dubai venue offers a focused program blending live artistry with advanced visual production.