Daily Schedule
Entertainment Schedule Feb 21- Feb 28, 2010
*Subject to change
Overview
Global Village’s new look and feel entertainment offering aims to present not just dance and music from around the world, but cultural experiences that allow visitors to take away an element of culture that they can experience and experiment with. Look out for opportunities to participate and join in with our artists from around the world, get your kids involved in learning folk songs and dance steps, and take home with you the sights, sounds and tastes of a wonderful variety of cultures!
Shows featuring the cultures of the US, France, Bulgaria, Hawaii, Philipines, South Asia, Brazil and so many more countries will be on display at the brand new World Culture Stage. The streets will come to life with African acrobats, Palestinian Dabka dancers, Keralite Drumming bands and even Rope Skippers!
And to really take your breath away, this year features the UAE debut of David Smith Jr – the Human Canonball who will soar 150 feet through the sky every day for the first month, incredible fire stunt shows by the Art of Fire, the World’s first Chinese Flying Poles acrobats – for the first time in the Middle East and Bounce! – the power-packed Trampoline stunt show.
So, look over the schedule and plan your visits to Global Village as you won’t want to miss any of the parks exciting culture and entertainment offerings.
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Human Cannonball
A UAE premier! 'David The Bullet Smith Jr' is the current World Record holder for the longest human cannonball flight at 180 feet. He has performed over 500 launches where he flies from a cannon through the air. He literally is the "Flying Man". David will blast off twice a day between the 22nd of November and the 21st of December 2009. Prepare to be amazed.
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The Art of Fire
A GCC premier of an amazing fire show production. 6 performers from
Moscow perform various fire tricks as well as fire breathing, juggling, balancing, and eating
in this exciting stage show. They
will be performing between the 22nd of November and the 21st of
December 2009.
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Chinese Flying Poles
A Middle East premier with the only Chinese flying poles group in the world. An acrobatic stunt show where 8 performers from China will wow the crowds as they fly through the air from pole to pole, performing tricks and skills which have never been seen in the region before. They will be performing between the 22nd of December 2009 and the 21st of January 2010. Another must see.
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Bounce!
A Middle East premier for the stunt artist group from Ukraine. A trampoline based acrobatic show with stunts and tricks that will take your breath away. Watch as the artists bounce, leap, and defy gravity in this high energy live production. They will be performing from the 22nd of December 2009 through to the 21st of February 2010. Don't miss it!
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African Group
Powerful, Dynamic and full of energy, these 10 African performers will present a variety of shows over the 98 day period. The shows will be diverse in style and origin. Zulu, South African Gumboot, Kenyan acrobat and a traditional choir are just some of the shows on offer. Celebrating African culture as a whole through music, dance and costume - an exhilarating addition to the entertainment program!
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Bulgarian Show
The
Bulgarian Folk Show will present traditional dance forms from regions
across Bulgaria, in an authentic presentation of costume, music and
dance.
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Tropicana: Brazilian Dance Show
This show has its routs in the folk dances of Brazil's African-American immigrants, Brazil’s popular dance forms,
including the Samba, are highly energetic and extremely colorful
presentations of Brazilian culture.
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French Dance
This French Traditional Dance show features performances such as the
Cancan, a physically demanding music hall dance, performed by a chorus
line of dancers in costume that harkens back to the fashions of the
1890s.
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American show
The American Country Dance Show features the fun and energetic music
and dance of the United States. This form of dance always served to
bring and keep communities together and tight-knit, and has its roots
in country dances styles of Europe.
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Sufi Kathak
All the way from`nawabi` Lucknow (India), exponents of the classical dance form `Kathak` and `Qawwali` musicians and singers, come together to showcase amazing dance and music ensembles in a show that is enveloped by the mysticism of Sufism. The show brings to life two stunning Indian artistic genres, under the artistic direction of Pali Chandra.
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Traditional Filipinos Folk Dance
Most Philippine dances were originally inspired by European dances during the Spanish regime. Pandango Sa Ilaw, Cariñosa, Rigodon and Balitao are examples of these dances . Every district in the islands has its own folk dance, interpreted attractively in festivals and local shows.
Sayaw Sa Banga, Pag-Pag, Salidsid, Uya-Uy, Sword Dance, Malongo Dance are some of the Filipino Folk Dance you will enjoy here in Global Village.
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Dances from the Pacific Islands
Aloha! Welcome to the Polynesian folk dance show. From the Pacific ocean where the dance moves are based on the gentle flow of water surrounding these peaceful serene islands. You will be captivated by the rhythm of the dancing and the powerful music.
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Tanoura
This Egyptian Folk Dance is usually performed by sufi men, who, like the dervish dance in the Levant and Turkey, continuously turn while dancing. Their Long colorful skirts make a beautiful image when swirllingaround in circles. The aim is to reach spiritual inner purity, going into a trance-like state and being at one with God.
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Acrobatic Africa
A group of 5 Kenyan Acrobats showcase their amazing stunts and tricks at various locations around the park. Their acrobatic skills performance and costume are an authentic representation of traditional African street culture.
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Palestinian Dabka
8 dancers and musicians come together to celebrate Palestinian culture with this traditional community dance. An integral part of Palastine's cultural heritage, performers learn to dance from a young age.
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Local and Omani Band
12 performers come together in a celebration of Local UAE and Omani Culture. Live musicians and dancers performing the harbiya, yola with live percussion as well as other traditional local and omani dances
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Kerala Drumming Band
This highly energetic and lively percussion band from the southern
Indian state of Kerala will take you on a journey to the land of
pristine beaches and coconut palms. Join in with the drummers and be
swept away by the pulse of the giddy beats.
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FireMat
Fire mat is originally from France and has performed across Europe for 10 years. Be mesmerized by his exciting fire stunts which include fire eating and breathing, fire dancing with poi's and triple poi's and much much more!
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Community Stage: Global Village Talent Showcase – where we invite you to perform on stage!
Global Village aims to promote and encourage the arts industries. We believe it is important to give artists a public forum and open platform to present their works.
And so, we have developed The Global Village Community Stage! This is a well equipped stage, located in front of the Food Court, with green rooms, technical gear, and can provide marketing and PR opportunities for local talent to take advantage of!
Global Village attracts millions of visitors each season, a huge potential audience base for artists.
This is a great opportunity for bands, dance schools, magicians, jugglers, mime and other theatrical talent and so on. It is a wonderful chance for schools to show off their students’ talent to a much wider audience. We also welcome ideas for performances not mentioned above.
At the time of performance we will allow the artists/group/school to promote and market themselves - you are even welcome to put up banners on the stage (some conditions apply). Email castingcall@globalvillage.ae to request a registration form to perform at Global Village’s Community Stage.