{"id":26530,"date":"2020-01-15T14:38:24","date_gmt":"2020-01-15T10:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=26530"},"modified":"2020-01-15T14:38:24","modified_gmt":"2020-01-15T10:38:24","slug":"dubai-opera-and-broadway-entertainment-group-partner-with-sharjah-world-book-capital-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/dubai-opera-and-broadway-entertainment-group-partner-with-sharjah-world-book-capital-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai Opera And Broadway Entertainment Group Partner With Sharjah World Book Capital 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group have partnered with\u00a0Sharjah UNESCO\u00a0World Book Capital 2019, to celebrate the power of\u00a0culture, performance,\u00a0literature and poetry\u00a0to unite people\u00a0across borders and generations.<\/p>\n<p>The partnership celebrates the Winter\/Spring 2020 series of performances staged at Dubai Opera offering theatregoers a complimentary book on the opening night for theatrical adaptations based on novels such as \u2018<em>BROKEN WINGS\u2019<\/em>, \u2018<em>LE PETIT PRINCE\u2019<\/em> and \u2018<em>THE<\/em> <em>KITE RUNNER\u2019<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018<em>BROKEN WINGS\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2018<em>BROKEN WINGS\u2019<\/em>, the musical based on Lebanese-born Gibran Khalil Gibran&#8217;s 1912 autobiographical tale of the same name\u00a0will debut at\u00a0Dubai Opera on 17 January 2020. Gibran Khalil Gibran,\u00a0the globally renowned\u00a0author of acclaimed\u00a0novels\u00a0such as\u00a0\u2018The\u00a0Prophet\u2019,\u00a0\u2018The Madman\u2019,\u00a0\u2018Sand and Foam\u2019\u00a0and\u00a0\u2018A Tear and a Smile\u2019 was born\u00a0in\u00a0Lebanon\u00a0on 6 January 1883. Adapted for the stage by Middle East duo Nadim Naaman and Dana\u00a0Alfardan, directed by\u00a0Bronagh\u00a0Lagan and produced by Ali\u00a0Matar, with orchestrations by Joe Davison, the production was originally staged in London\u2019s West End and was a highlight of the Beiteddine Festival in Lebanon in the summer of 2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance Times<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Friday, 17 January 2020 at 8:00pm<\/li>\n<li>Saturday, 18 January 2020 at 3:00pm &amp; 8:00pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tickets<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets start from AED 295<\/li>\n<li>Tickets are available for sale on www.dubaiopera.com<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u2018<em>LE PETIT PRINCE\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Based on the original 1945 book by Antoine de Saint-Exup\u00e9ry, this new show takes audiences on an extraordinary journey through the heart of dance and modern circus. Set to wow adults and children alike, audiences will be completely immersed in the Little Prince\u2019s cosmic and fantastical world featuring stunning sets, costumes and video mapping technology with choreography and direction by Anne Tourni\u00e9, adapted and co-directed by Chris Mouron, and with original music by Terry Truck.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance Times<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thursday, 23 January 2020 at 8:00pm<\/li>\n<li>Friday, 24 January 2020 at 3:00pm &amp; 8:00pm<\/li>\n<li>Saturday, 25 January 2020 at 3:00pm &amp; 8:00pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tickets<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets start from AED 275<\/li>\n<li>Tickets are available for sale on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubaiopera.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dubaiopera.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u2018<em>THE<\/em> <em>KITE RUNNER\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Based on Khaled Hosseini\u2019s international bestselling novel, this haunting tale of friendship spans cultures and continents and follows one man\u2019s journey to confront his past and find redemption.<\/p>\n<p>Afghanistan is a country on the verge of war and best friends are about to be torn apart. It\u2019s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul, the skies are full of colour and the streets are full of the excitement of a kite flying tournament, but no one can foresee the terrible incident that will shatter their lives forever. Since its publication in 2003, <em>\u2018THE KITE RUNNER\u2019<\/em> has sold eight million copies worldwide. The stunning stage production of <em>\u2018THE KITE RUNNER\u2019 <\/em>is adapted by Matthew Spangler and directed by Giles Croft.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance Times<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thursday, 27 February 2020 at 8:00 pm<\/li>\n<li>Friday, 28 February 2020 at 3:00 pm &amp; 8:00 pm<\/li>\n<li>Saturday, 29 February 2020 at 3:00 pm &amp; 8:00 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tickets<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets start from AED 250<\/li>\n<li>Tickets are available for sale on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubaiopera.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dubaiopera.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chief Executive Officer of Broadway Entertainment Group, Liz Koops said: \u201cWe are thrilled to\u00a0bring\u00a0audiences a rich season of theatrical performances inspired by the writings of great authors and poets.\u00a0We invite audiences\u00a0to discover for themselves how the page translates to the stage in the iconic setting that is Dubai Opera.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Dubai Opera Spokesperson said: \u201cWe are pleased to announce this landmark partnership between Dubai Opera and Sharjah\u00a0World Book Capital 2019\u00a0which unites two cultural institutions and brings culture, literature and music to life.\u00a0 We are delighted to be offering audiences the opportunity to see the writings of three greats, Gibran Khalil Gibran, Antoine de Saint-Exup\u00e9ry, and Khaled Hosseini brought to life, on stage at our iconic venue.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Project Manager at Sharjah World Book Capital 2019, Marwa Al Aqroubi said: \u201cAs Sharjah World Book Capital 2019, this collaboration holds great significance for Sharjah. For over 45 years, the Emirate has been at the heart of the region\u2019s cultural movement and we continue making our best efforts to bring people closer to books, reading and the arts. We are delighted to have played a part in bringing this spectacular offering of stage adaptations of award-winning literary works to local and global audiences.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Terms and conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Receive a complimentary book on the opening night of shows including \u2018BROKEN WINGS\u2019 on 17 January 2020, \u2018LE PETIT PRINCE\u2019 on 23 January 2020 and \u2018THE KITE RUNNER\u2019 on 27 February 2020.<\/p>\n<p>This is a limited offer available while supplies last. Subject to availability. A maximum of one complimentary book per booking (two or more tickets).<\/p>\n<p>Tickets are available for sale on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubaiopera.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.dubaiopera.com<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tickets.virginmegastore.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.tickets.virginmegastore.me<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubai.platinumlist.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.dubai.platinumlist.net<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubaicalendar.ae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.dubaicalendar.ae<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dubaiopera.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.dubaiopera.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26531\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Screen-Shot-2019-09-29-at-9.14.11-pm.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Screen-Shot-2019-09-29-at-9.14.11-pm.png 640w, https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Screen-Shot-2019-09-29-at-9.14.11-pm-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-26533\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-732x488.jpg 732w, https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/The-Kite-Runner-2018-14-The-wedding-RAJ-GHATAK-Amir-and-Amiera-Darwish-Soraya-Photo-Betty-Zapata-1140x760.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group have partnered with\u00a0Sharjah UNESCO\u00a0World Book Capital 2019, to celebrate the power of\u00a0culture, performance,\u00a0literature and poetry\u00a0to unite people\u00a0across borders and generations. 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