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Thursday, October 30, 2008

Performances at Porto Arabia Board Walk at The Pearl Qatar

E-mails are circulating about the upcoming performances on the newly opened boardwalk at The Pearl Qatar from November 1, 2008 all the way through January 31, 2009. However, there's no info whether these activities are free and open to the public. We really would like to go if it is open to the public or the fee is reasonable. If you are interested to find out what is to expect at the boardwalk for the next three months, find below the list of performances and the schedules.

November 1 – November 10 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Les Excentriques – As all the rest of the performers, Les Excentriques come from the city of arts and culture Paris. Their colorful costumes and diverse acts will entertain you in many different ways with musical instruments, acrobats, and dancers.


November 11 – November 20 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Les Cybres – With their luminous appearance Les Cybres inspire the universe of science fiction. Their costumes also feature electronic music and colorful lights.


November 21 – November 22 (Friday: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm) (Saturday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm)
Super Car Show - A 30 + luxury automotive brands like Ducati, Ferrari, Grand Turismo, X6, McLaren, Bentley, Lamborghini and others will be showcased on the boardwalk. There will also be a golf simulator for the golf enthusiasts, live music and Lavish VIP lounge.


November 23 – November December 5 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Bazartuka - Iridescent colors and lights are the main features of this fun ensemble. They play samba and urban rhythms with hand held percussions.


December 6 – December 17 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Les Bataola – They represent the spirit of the real Brazilian carnival by playing Cuban and Caribbean inspired rhythms.


December 18 – December 31 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Christmas program - Christmas inspired ice fairies, elves and living statues will entertain you amongst nicely decorated Christmas markets selling your favorite treats for the seasons.


January 1 – January 11 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Les Lutins – With winter inspired costumes and many different instruments these performers appear as magical creatures from the forest playing festive music and alluring celebration mood amongst young and old.


January 11 – January 21 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Les Elegants
- Venetian inspired costumes with patterns of a playing deck of cards, this group is one of the most elegant and original. They will simply entertain you by their gracious appearance.


January 21 – January 31 (4:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
La brigade des Jouets - This group includes puppets, little soldiers, and ladies on stilts as well as an orchestra that creates an atmosphere by playing music and impresses audience with unique costumes.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Can you please provide me with driving instructions for the boardwalk? Thanks a lot!

Nina said...

Hi Anonymous. Porto Arabia boardwalk is within The Pearl Qatar complex. Coming from the rainbow roundabout, take the road leading to The Ritz Carlton or the zig zag building. When you see the big The Pearl Qatar billboard, turn right and drive straight until you reach The Pearl Qatar. Continue to drive staright and you will see a huge parking space. From there you can take the golf cart to Porto Arabia entrance or you can walk.

I heard that now, The Pearl passport is already required to enter the premises. According to some friends, passport maybe obtained from The Oyster (also at The Pearl premises) though I'm not sure aabout it.