September’s Blockbuster Fridays

Zee Aflam is taking Friday night viewing to the next level by screening four of Bollywood’s best films every Friday between 19:30KSA – 20:30UAE this September!

From mysteries to musicals, dramas to action, Zee Aflam’s latest Bollywood offerings are sure to delight even the most ardent fans. Read more

Reel Cinemas introduces the ‘Ramadan Movie Marathon’

Reel Cinemas introduces the ‘Ramadan Movie Marathon’ this month with plenty of opportunities to win complimentary tickets.

Running throughout the entire month, Reel Cinemas ‘Ramadan Movie Marathon’ will include screenings of two back to back movies of Shrek, Batman, Madagascar, Narnia, Pirates of the Caribbean, Harry Potter, James Bond, Princess & the Frog and Beauty & the Beast.

Every week, two double movies from the list will be screened back to back starting at 4pm and then at 9pm. The first 2 weeks will showcase Pirates of the Caribbean, Madagascar, Shrek and Bond followed by Harry Potter, Princess & the Frog and Beauty & the Beast; and conclude with Batman and Narnia. Read more

Arabian Center gets smooth with skating moves

An ideal respite from the heat awaits customers at the Arabian Center, the latest hotspot for shopping, leisure and entertainment located on Al Khawaneej Road, Dubai. The skating rink, which opened at the beginning of Dubai Summer Surprises 2010, has soon become the coolest hangout to learn and enjoy skating. The customers have also been able to train with professional instructors and pick up on smooth skating moves.

The specially made skating rink at Arabian Center has been built using environmentally friendly synthetic ice. With no energy, water and electricity required for the maintenance of the skating rink, the mall has taken the eco-friendly route in giving maximum entertainment to its customers. Read more

World’s first Ferrari theme park opens in 100 days

The countdown has started and in 100 days, at noon on 28 October 2010, the world’s first Ferrari theme park, and the largest of its kind, will open its doors to the public. Today Ferrari World Abu Dhabi unveils its exciting and unique attractions, designed to tell the Ferrari passion, excellence, performance and technical innovation together with its story, to families and fans of all ages and interests.

With more than 20 rides and attractions lying beneath the iconic 200,000 m2 red roof, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will offer guests the time of their lives with a host of attractions that indulge the senses in ways never experienced before. With the thrill of some of the world’s most inventive rides, eye-catching surroundings, authentic aromas and distinctive sounds of Italy, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will have something for everyone. Read more

Zee Aflam wishes its viewers a joyous Ramadan Kareem

Zee Aflam would like to wish its viewers a joyous Ramadan Kareem!

To make this Holy Month all the more special, Zee Aflam is bringing you the best in Bollywood entertainment, from classic films to modern shows and mainstream box office hits.

Free up your evenings on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays at 22:00 KSA when we feature the best of the Deol family on AA Ilat Bollywood. Zee Aflam’s newest slot, ‘The Deols’ will feature movies starring the talented Dharmendra Deol and his sons Sunny and Bobby. Read more

Mercato to host ‘Expedition of the Arts’ in the coming two weeks

Mercato is set to host a fortnight inspired by Art! Starting from 20^th July and running until the 7^th August when Dubai Summer Surprises will conclude, the mall will host an array of art exhibitions, imaginative art workshops and competitions to inspire the artist within you! The activities are part of the mall attractions being organized during the 13^th edition of the region’s biggest extravaganza – DSS.

From 20^th – 28^th July, visit Mercato and wander through a colorful exhibition by Dubai International Art Centre featuring statement items that can be made at the centre, such as sculptures , pottery , mosaics, and paintings. The centre has helped many beginners to hone their skills and take their talent to the next level. Read more

World-classs Big Apple Circus stars to perform at Summer In Abu Dhabi

Gravity-defying trapeze artists, hysterical clowns and awe-inspiring acrobats are just some of the headline performers taking centre stage at New York’s award-winning Big Apple Circus, which makes its Middle East debut as part of this year’s Summer in Abu Dhabi family festival.

Running July 23 – to August 3 at the expansive Abu Dhabi Hall at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the Big Apple Circus gained international notoriety as the opening act on Britney Spears’ phenomenally successful The Circus Starring: Britney Spears world tour.

Providing comic relief for the award-winning show is Le Clown Gordoon, widely regarded as a pioneer of ‘modern clownery’. Gordoon has performed across the globe with Cirque du Soleil, Ringling Bros. and Barnum ‘&’ Bailey Circus, and at Walt Disney World Resorts and is guaranteed to leave audiences reeling with laughter.

Set to amaze are the Flying Poemas, a quartet of trapeze artists from Australia, Mexico and Argentina, whose daring acts have enthralled audiences at Las Vegas’ famed Circus Circus Hotel’ for years. Their legendary triple summersault is set to be the Abu Dhabi showstopper. Read more

Desert Beat Trading LLC introduces the world’s first digital guitar to the UAE

Inspired Instruments, Inc. has officially appointed UAE based company ‘DESERT BEAT TRADING LLC’ as exclusive distributors to their World’s First Digital Guitar, the ‘You Rock Guitar’.

The ‘You Rock Guitar’ is a dream come true to all music and guitar lovers with a bonus to the game lovers as well! According to Jamal Sirhi, GM of Desert Beat Trading “This guitar is hybrid between a Real Guitar, a Midi Controller and a Game Controller. History will show that this guitar will change the whole ball game of the Musical Instruments Industry and we are proud to be the Distributors of this fantastic product”

Precision Musical Instrument – Guitar Mode

The Your Rock Guitar is the perfect complement to any guitar-player’s collection, adding fun, convenience, versatility, and range. It never requires stringing and never goes out of tune, perfect for the first time player. It connects to your existing amplifier for jamming sessions, or headphones for quiet time. For first time guitar players, the “You Rock Mode” auto-corrects finger positioning mistakes and digitally filters out wrong notes, making you sound like a real rocker from beat one. It encourages a player to practice and learn the guitar while playing. It takes you from a simple A-chord jam and then migrates you through the chord progressions that changed the world of rock and roll. These chord progressions are the building blocks for creating music and being able to jamming with your friends.

Your Own Guitar Midi Controller – USB/Midi Mode

Its USB interface connects to MP3 players & cell phones, so you can record & playback on an iPod or phone. The same connectivity makes the perfect companion for computer programs like Garage Band on Mac or Cakewalk on Windows™. So it’s a great learning tool for those just getting started, or casual players looking to improve. The guitar’s connectivity makes it an incredible platform.

The USB/MIDI controls are fast enough for professional studio song writing, sequencing, and professional composition. The built-in sampled guitar sounds are 16 bit and include acoustics and electrics, over ten thousand dollars worth of great guitars. They will keep you rocking all day and night no matter what your mood is; Stratocasters, clean and electric same for Les Paul’s, acoustics, 12 strings, even a 12 string

Rickenbacker, some great rock and punk guitars, even power chords and mutes.

Video Game Controller – Game Mode

The YOU ROCK GUITAR’S GAMEFLEX™  plug-in cartridges allow a single guitar to connect to any of the video game consoles; Nintendo Wii, Xbox360, or Sony’s PlayStation, making it compatible with ROCK BAND™ and GUITAR HERO™ games, and helping protect your investment against obsolescence as new games & consoles come to market. The You Rock Guitar picks up where today’s products reach their limits. It eliminates the barriers that exist between the video game & music worlds. And as game developers & publisher take advantage of this new platform they’ll be able to develop games that exploit musical gaming with no boundaries.

Market Availability and Price

The product will be available online and at retail stores across the country from August 2010. Official Online Launch will be through www.djcorner.ae

Selling price is Dhs 899

Young Dubai talents to shine as much-awaited musical Hairspray begins on July 13

Young talents from across Dubai will take the stage today (July 13) to star in Spotlight Academy @ DUCTAC’s production of the acclaimed London West End musical Hairspray. The show will go on till July 17 at the Centrepoint Theatre, DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates.

Olivier award winning actress Leanne Jones, who was part of the show’s Original London Cast and took on the critically acclaimed role of Tracy Turnblad, worked for weeks to help local Dubai students learn, prepare, rehearse and perform in the local production. Read more

Majid Al Futtaim Properties Wows Crowds with DSS Entertainment Line up

Deira City Centre, Mirdif City Centre and Mall of the Emirates have wowed crowds of visitors with their outstanding line up of entertainment held so far for Dubai Summer Surprises this year, and the best is still to come!

Fuad Sharaf, Vice President of Mall of the Emirates, said: “Complementing the spectacular discounts, sales and promotions available, the malls have lined up a raft of live entertainment and activities for this year’s DSS festival throughout the hot summer months of July and August. Read more

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