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.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Performances at Porto Arabia Board Walk at The Pearl Qatar
Friday, September 12, 2008
Filipino Expo in Qatar
For the first time, Filipino expo will be held in Qatar on October 9-11, 2008. Here is the article from The Peninsula:
The first-ever Filipino expo in Qatar, scheduled to be held in October, will provide a platform for companies to tap the growing Filipino market and bring together Filipinos in Qatar. The '1st Filexpo Qatar '08' is being brought to the country by ABS-CBN Middle East's TFC World Tours.
The expo, to be held from October 9 to 11, is aimed at helping Philippine and Qatar-based companies utilise opportunities in the Filipino market and offering Overseas Filipino Workers products, services and opportunities in the Philippines and the Gulf. Continue reading here...
I have high hopes for this Expo will be a lot better than the International Expo held in January of this year because I know that Filipinos/Filipino companies are capable of producing high quality products/services. I also hope that this event will give Filipinos the oppurtunity to show the best about Philippines.
I feel bad that Walter and I will out of the country during this event and will be arriving in the morning of October 11th only. But I'll try my best to attend this event on October 11th to support the Filipino companies joining the expo. I am also looking forward to watch Kamikazee's concert on the night of October 11th. I enjoyed their concert last February - Jay rocks!
See yah all!
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Dunestock 2008
Dunestock 2008 (D0ha, Qatar) will be happening on April 18th! Checkout the details at http://www.dunestock.net/ and the list of performers.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Doha 7th Cultural Festival Schedule
The Doha 7th Cultural Festival is currently on-going and will run until Thursday, March 6, 2008. Many countries participated in the festival through exhibits, dance and costume show, and other cultural activities. The Phillippines participated by staging The Little Mermaid show. Sadly, The Little Mermaid show does not represent any Philippine culture at all. I still want to watch it though. Today will be the last day for Little Mermaid so if you want to catch it, this day will be your last chance.
For other shows and activities, here is the schedule.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Inauguration of the First Catholic Church in Qatar
The inauguration and blessing of the first Catholic Church in Qatar will be on March 15, 2008. Mark your calendars and see you there!
Some links you may want to visit...
My Notions and Emotions blog about the first catholic church in Doha
Qatar's first Christian church sparks bitter debate
Thursday, February 14, 2008
The Robot Zoo in Doha, Qatar
For the first time in the Middle East, the award winning touring exhibition, "The Robot Zoo" is currently in Doha. Frankly, it's the first time I've heard of Robot Zoo. It seems interesting specially for kids.
The larger than life animated robots will include a chameleon, rhinoceros, a giant squid with 18-ft tentacles, platypus, housefly with 10-ft wing spread, grasshopper, bat and giraffe. According to the papers, the machinery in the robot animals simulates the body parts of their real-life counterparts. In the robot animals, muscles become pistons, intestines become filtering pipes and brains become computers.
I am very interested in this exhibit. We're definitely going before they leave Qatar.
Venue: Doha Corniche.
Timings:
Weekdays - 8am to 8 pm for schools and genral public.
Friday - 2 pm to 8 pm for the general public
Tickets are priced at QR5 per person.
School groups are complimentary subject to prior confirmed booking.
Call 6681988 to book a tour.
The money generated from the ticket sales will be donated to a specialized children's care centre in Qatar.
Related articles:
Robot Zoo: "get up close and personal"
Doha Players "The King and I"
The Doha Players will perform the popular Rogers & Hammerstein musical "The King and I" from 5th to 8th March at the College of the North Atlantic - Qatar, Duhail Campus, Building No. 1.
Performance Dates:
Wed 5th March, 7pm
Thur 6th March, 7pm
Fri 7th March, 2.30 & 7pm
Sat 8th March, 2.30 & 7pm
Tickets will be on sale from the following outlets, please note the date that sales commence.
THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR MUSIC - On Sale from Saturday 9th Feb
39 Ahmed Bin Hanbal Street
(behind Lulu on D-Ring Road)
Near The Mall
Opening Times:
Saturday 11am to 8pm
Sunday to Wednesday - 1.30pm to 8pm
Thursday & Friday - CLOSED
MUSIC MASTER shop in Landmark Mall - On sale from Tuesday 12th Feb(opposite The Body Shop)
Open 10am to 10pm
Ticket Price: Adults Qrs70,
Children/Students Qrs30
Tel. 4474911 or 5755102 (8am to 1pm Sunday to Thursday ONLY)http://www.dohaplayers.com/
SYNOPSIS:
It is 1862 and The King of Siam, in his attempt to bring Western culture to his country, engages Anna Leonowens to teach his sixty-seven children. After Anna and the children become acquainted with each other, a unique bond of affection develops between teacher and pupils.However a crisis is developing in Siam. An agent in Singapore has discovered letters to the British describing the King of Siam as a barbarian and suggesting that Siam be made a protectorate. This information upsets Anna to no end, for despite her differences with the King, she has come to admire him and cannot tolerate his being called a barbarian. When the King tells her of his political difficulties and advises her that Sir Edward Ramsey and other high-ranking English men and women are coming to visit Siam and judge for themselves, Anna suggests that they be entertained in grand style with a European dinner and ball, and with all the Siamese princes and princesses wearing European dress. The visiting English are entertained with a ballet, "The Small House of Uncle Thomas," in which Uncle Tom's Cabin is translated in terms of the Siamese dance. The visit is a huge success: Sir Edward needs no further proof that he is dealing here with cultured and sensitive people. Both Anna and the King are exhilarated by the success of their efforts.
You really shouldn't miss this wonderful musical. There is a cast of around 45 children and 55 adults and you'll be dazzled by the spectacular costumes.
The Ultimate Pinoy Rock Concert!
We missed the Rakrakan concert in Qatar last October 2007 and we skipped the Rakrakan Overload in Dubai last December 2007 in favor of a trip to Amazing Oman, which turned out to be a great escape. I guess things happen for a reason. Now, a bigger concert will be held in Doha featuring Parokya ni Edgar, Pupil (Ely Buendia), Kamikazee, Francis Magalona and Gloc 9.
Date: 29 February 2008
Venue: Aladdin Kingdom
Time: 7 pm onwards
Ticket Price: QR 100
FREE Shuttle Service
Ticket Outlets:All Pizza Inn outlets
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Mark your calendars and see you there!!!
