Experience Media Studios is developing a biographical movie about His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the late ruler of Abu Dhabi and founding father of the United Arab Emirates.
The biopic tells an intimate story of the second half of the beloved leader’s life, beginning in the 1960’s through present day, as his vision of stability and unity turned the region’s bleak past into a promising future. After forming the UAE in 1971, His Highness pushed for unprecedented change while holding on to the cultural ethos of the region and national identity of the Emirati. As a result, the country has made more progress in nearly 40 years than any other country in the world. But during nearly half a century, regional and world events challenged the integrity and diplomacy of Sheikh Zayed, and the resolve of a young nation’s people to establish their place as one of the top countries in the global community.
“If we had to choose only one UAE story to put on film, Zayed would be it”, said studio CEO Michael-Ryan Fletchall. “Like Lion of the Desert did for Omar Mukhtar, this movie will immortalize a great man and celebrate his life’s work while entertaining worldwide audiences and future generations of Emirati.”
With its sights set on creating a franchise, the studio plans to premiere the first film of the trilogy on the country’s 40th anniversary in December 2011, with annual National Day rereleases in theatres and on television.
Zayed is the second project announced of seven movie and television shows the studio has slated to produce in the next two years under their Experience Investments(sm) banner.

At the First Group Theatre, Madinat Jumeirah

SLEEPING BEAUTY
UK-based pantomime production company H2 are bringing their spectacular production of the classic fairytale Sleeping Beauty to The First Group Theatre at Souk Madinat Jumeirah to delight adults and children of all ages for the forthcoming festive season. A succulent mix of evil, comedy, music and dancing combined with colourful costumes and stunning scenery will transport you to the magical world of Pantoland!

Dates: 20th December 2009 2nd January 2010
Time: 3pm and 7pm
Price: AED 125 per person
Note: No shows 25th December & 1st January

For more information, please contact The First Group Theatre Box Office
Tel: +971 4 366 6549, www.madinattheatre.com

Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre

HORRIBLE HISTORIES
Presented by Art For All

Terry Deary's Frightful First World War & Woeful Second World War - Blitzed Brits
Yuk! Horrible Histories brings some of the most eventful and important periods of history to life in captivating and irreverent new ways that will astound and delight adults and children alike. Seen through the eyes of those who were there, Horrible Histories combines top actors and remarkable 3D special effects to tell stories from the past in a simplified but thrilling manner!
Ever wondered what life was REALLY like in the First World War trenches? Or what children experienced after they were evacuated from an English city? Frightful First World War and Woeful Second World War – Blitzed Brits from Horrible Histories will entertain and inform you in ways no ordinary history book can!
Produced by award-winning Birmingham Stage Company, Horrible Histories comes to DUCTAC following successful runs at the Company’s home, The Old Rep Theatre in Birmingham, and four years of sell-out touring shows in the UK. Horrible Histories is based on the books written by Terry Deary - the world’s best selling non-fiction writer for children – which were written with the aim of bringing historical figures and events to life.

Location: Centrepoint Theatre
Dates: Saturday 12th - Thursday 17th December 2009

For more information please call DUCTAC: 04 3414777 or e-mail box.office@ductac.org or artsreception@ductac.org