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Daunted by the lack of live concerts, UAE-based artistes are trying to stay optimistic about the future
The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted the lives and livelihoods of people from different professions all over the world, and there’s no doubt that the performing arts industry has taken a huge hit.
Cancellations of shows, events and concerts have crippled the once-robust industry. Several musicians have adapted themselves to the ‘new normal’ of performing online but could this ever replace the electric atmosphere of a real stage? Can the compensation both monetary and in terms of an audience ever be as good?