Imagination Is Limitless In Swamp Juice At Dubai Marina Mall

Audiences watched in bewilderment as daily-use kitchen and household tools transformed into lively silhouetted characters in puppeteer Jeff Achtem’s Swamp Juice.

Designed to let your imagination run wild, Swamp Juice is a puppet show featuring punk snails, opera-singing mice, and neurotic snakes in a swamp. As with every great performance, its 3D finale is guaranteed to hit all the right notes.

A delightful shadow-and-light show, Swamp Juice combines the joys of comedy, with the unpredictability of a thriller creating an unparalleled theatrical masterpiece.

Swamp Juice will be held at a custom-built theatrette on level 1 in Dubai Marina Mall from July 23 until July 31, 2011. Tickets are free, but limited. For more details, visit the Guest Service Desk at the mall.
 

Dubai Marina Mall Showcases Regions First-Ever Street Festival

Get ready for the Dubai Marina Street Festival, the region’s first real street festival, promising 10 days of crazy clowning and magical revelry on the promenade at Dubai Marina Mall, the definitive lifestyle, shopping and entertainment destination in New Dubai. World-class street performers will captivate the audience with a series of laugh out loud acts from March 24 to April 2, 2011.

The first international street theatre festival in Dubai will be the perfect leisure attraction for Dubai Marina Mall visitors to enjoy with their family and friends, complementing their shopping and dining experience. Visitors to the mall can enjoy all 12 unique international acts from UK, Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand and Portugal, for free.

Nasser Rafi, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Malls Group, said: “A key focus for us is to bring unprecedented leisure attractions to Dubai Marina Mall for visitors and residents of the Marina. The Street Festival will appeal to all age-groups by showcasing the best in international street entertainment, circus, comedy, and shows.”

The acts at the Street Festival include Herbie Treehead who mixes his clowning style with audience interaction, creating large-scale, enormous shows out of a suitcase – from sword fights to horse races and Jurassic Park – all set to music, mime and shouting. DynaMike comes with a quirky sense of humour and a ten-foot unicycle, juggling a chainsaw, while Cate Great hosts a Great Juggling and Acrobatic Spectacular Show featuring death-defying feats of strength and skill.

Fraser Hooper’s award-winning show uses audience participation, comedy juggling and mesmerising mime, while J-P Koala brings Medieval Axes, cute cuddly toy koalas and comedy chaos in a powerful display of skill and improvised performance. Inspired by power ballads, sports heroes, earthquakes and the adoration of his fans, Mulletman crafts his shows with infectious charm. Pedro creates a real-life silent movie before your eyes, with a tale of immortal love, heroes, villains, and of course balloon sculpting.

Highly skilled and very funny, Richard Garaghty’s unique charm and skill have made him a firm favourite of festivals around the world. He is a stalwart of Edinburgh Fringe Festival and of street theatre’s most famous venue, Covent Garden. Rob FireNix has performed around the world. His spectacular Fire Shows incorporate Double Whip cracking, Triple Fire Staff juggling, a levitating Body Burning and a Fire Eating spectacle.

Todd Various Escapes is a show not to be missed. Various stops you with his comedy, keeps you with skills of a fakir, and amazes you with the escapology of Houdini. Mike Dada is the Balloon Guy who brings his own unique brand of ‘popcomedy’ to audiences. International busking musician, Tom Ward thrills and delights audiences of all ages from around the world with his amazing all-singing, all-dancing musical extravaganza.

For more detailed information on the event or show timings, visit www.dubaistreetfestival.com. Visitors can nominate their favourite act by completing a form and depositing it at designated boxes located at the mall. The performer who wins the most votes will receive the People’s Choice Award.

An Arts & Crafts Souk – organized by ARTE – will feature an array of streetside stalls full of novelties, surprises, gifts and all sorts of fun things. The souk will also be located on the promenade level and will be open from 2pm to 11pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the festival.

Dubai Marina Mall currently has over 120 retail outlets. The mall provides an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book & toy shops and children entertainment, in addition to a food court and the 6-screen premium Reel Cinemas.
 

Spectacular Street Festival At Dubai Marina Mall Drives Robust Growth In Mall Visitor Traffic

The region’s first-ever Street Festival, introduced at Dubai Marina Mall, was an overwhelming success, driving robust footfall to the mall.

Dubai Marina Mall, the definitive lifestyle and leisure destination in Dubai Marina and New Dubai, recorded an impressive 40 per cent growth in visitor traffic during the opening weekend of the Street Festival compared to the same period last year.

The colourful activities were a visual treat for visitors as artists from around the world performed awe-inspiring feats that amazed the spectators. The ten-day festival featured an entire gamut of street-style events including jaw-dropping magical acts and rip-roaring clown performances.

With the huge popularity of the Street Festival, Dubai Marina Mall recorded the highest footfall since its opening, a trend that is expected to prevail. The mall plans to make the event an annual feature in its colourful calendar of activities.

Nasser Rafi, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Malls Group, said: “While the Street Festival itself was phenomenally successful, we are thrilled that we have displayed to the community our distinctive offerings – including our beautiful promenade and outstanding restaurants – in the heart of the Marina. We managed to attract thousands of new visitors during the ten-day event. Aside from the regular Marina visitors, we also welcomed new guests from the nearby communities.”

At the Street Festival, 12 unique international acts were performed by artists from UK, Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand and Portugal. Juggling, acrobatics, clowning, mime, comedy chaos, a real-life silent movie, fire shows, and balloon pop comedy, were among the various acts performed as part of the festival.

With over 120 retail outlets, Dubai Marina Mall provides an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book & toy shops and children entertainment, in addition to a food court and the 6-screen premium Reel Cinemas.
 

Festival Marina Welcomes The Return Of The Dragons

The popular Dubai Dragon Boat Festival is set for an exciting return this April with two days of thrilling races and a host of onshore entertainment on offer at Festival Marina, the stunning creek side of Festival Centre Dubai Festival City.

In its fourth year, the event attracts thousands of competitors and spectators with teams lining up for an action-packed weekend.

The festival, which will be held on Friday 8th April and Saturday 9th April, is hosted by the UAE Dragon Boat Association, Siren Events, UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation and Festival Centre, in association with Mourjan Marinas IGY, the luxury marina developer and management company, and Festival Centre, the venue host.

Jason Mackenzie, Technical Director of the UAE Dragon Boat Association, said: “This event continues to grow in stature and the huge following it has along with the passion people have for dragon boating makes for a wonderful day out for the family.

“The atmosphere onshore as the teams compete is really something to be experienced and once again we are encouraging people to come down and enjoy one of the favourite events on Dubai’s sporting calendar.”

Dragon Boating is a thrilling water sport full of adrenaline, sportsmanship, strategy and technique. It is also a sport that is about positive team spirit, being healthy, making friends and having fun. Companies are encouraged to enter their corporate teams for this year’s festival early, due to the enormous popularity of this growing sport.

There will be a range of activities at Festival Centre over the two day period to create a carnival atmosphere, including food and beverage stalls and children’s activities.

Matthew Bate, Director of Operations for Mourjan Marinas IGY, the operator of Festival Marina said: “We are very proud of how popular this event has become and how it brings the community together in a unique and spectacular way.”

“This event is all about having fun and there is plenty to see and do beyond all the action on the water,” he added.

Gary Burrows, General Manager Shopping Centres Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE), said: “We are delighted to host the Dubai Dragon Boat Festival at Festival Marina. Many of our group associates participated last year and they are even more interested in this year’s challenge. This event emphasizes the continuous commitment of Dubai Festival City to supporting sports events and talents and the community at large.”

Festival Marina is a unique yachting destination in Dubai. Located at the heart of Dubai Festival City, on the banks of historic Dubai Creek, Festival Marina forms part of the retail resort Festival Centre has and the recently launched Marina Restaurant Pavilion to offer convenient access to the wider range of entertainment, shopping and eating options overlooking the Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road skyline and creek.

The Mediterranean inspired Festival Marina encompasses 74 permanent berths with state-of-the-art facilities to accommodate 15 to 35 metre yachts. The custom-designed marina has a number of special features including extra wide pontoons, a helicopter pad and WiFi.

Overlooking Festival Marina, Festival Centre has become a major attraction for the yachting circuit. The retail resort is home to over 400 shops and 95 restaurants and cafés, a 12 screen Grand Cinemas complex and Bowling City. The waterfront promenade links Festival Marina to the world renowned InterContinental and Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City and Events Centre, all with prime waterfront views over Festival Marina, Dubai Creek and the city’s skyline.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to enter a team in the Dubai Dragon Boat Festival please email info@sirenevents.com or call +971 4 453 4620.

 

Dubai Marina Mall Hosts Middle Easts First Urban Digital Art Show

Dubai Marina Mall, the definitive lifestyle, shopping and entertainment destination in New Dubai, has announced the launch of Contemporary Crosscurrents: Portraits and Electronic Arts. This will be the Middle East’s first urban digital art show, in association with the Streaming Museum from New York and Dolphin Creative.

The exhibition, coinciding with Art Dubai, will be held from March 16 to April 9, 2011, and will showcase the work of local and international artists, in an exciting new digital format.

The 30-minute exhibition will be broadcast at hourly intervals during the mall’s operating hours, for three weeks, on the exterior digital screen near the entrance of Dubai Marina Mall. There will also be a gallery set up inside the mall at the Dome Atrium, where the exhibition will be screened and information on the artists and the exhibition displayed.

Nasser Rafi, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Malls Group, said: “The digital art show is a unique exhibition that highlights the creative flourish of local and international artists, integrating the elements of modern technology. Bringing such innovative attractions to the Dubai Marina Mall underscores our commitment to provide new experiences for our visitors – something the residents of the Marina will appreciate.”

Contemporary Crosscurrents: Portraits and Electronic Arts is a state-of-the-art contemporary development in art, for public spaces. The exhibition is produced by the Streaming Museum – a new hybrid museum for the 21st century that presents multi-media exhibitions in public spaces across seven continents. The Streaming Museum includes 27 urban screens and other interactive, digital public displays.

Participants of the digital art show include local artists from Zayed University and American University of Dubai; two artists represented by Dubai’s Third Line Gallery; and international artists from North & South America, Asia and Europe. The curators are using the exhibition to stimulate interest for permanent urban screens to be established in key sites within the Middle East.

Dubai Marina Mall currently has over 120 retail outlets. The mall provides an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book & toy shops and children entertainment, in addition to a food court and the 6-screen premium Reel Cinemas.
 

Dubai Marina Mall Unveils Spectacular Water Tree

Dubai Marina Mall, the definitive lifestyle, shopping and entertainment destination in New Dubai, unveils a must-visit attraction – a spectacular water tree.

At 7.5 metres (24 ft) high, the water tree is the first of its kind in the region, with previous water trees set up in the US and Europe rising to only about half the height. The water tree at Dubai Marina Mall will continue through the winter months.

Essentially an intricate network of nozzles, jets and pipes, the water feature is set around a pool and creates the illusion of a beautifully structured tree, complemented by dancing lights.

Visitors to the mall – developed and managed by Emaar Malls Group – in the heart of the Dubai Marina community will now have an added leisure experience with the water tree set to become another must-see on Dubai’s tourism itinerary.

Nasser Rafi, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Malls Group, said: “The water tree, envisaged as a winter attraction at the mall, builds on the fascination which Dubai residents and visitors have for innovative water features. It further adds to the appeal of the mall, which has already been established as a popular shopping and entertainment destination within Dubai Marina and the surrounding areas. The mall has over 120 retail outlets, along with a choice of popular restaurants, and the newly opened premium boutique six-screen Reel Cinemas cineplex, which greatly adds to the entertainment choice of visitors.”

He added: “By launching the water tree, we are offering visitors to the mall an added incentive to experience the attractive waterfront ambience of the mall – ideal for the winter days to come. We are also planning to add several further attractions on the promenade outside the mall in the coming weeks.”

Designed and executed by water engineering experts and designers from France, the water tree has an intricate network of bead like water jets. They spray the 30,000 litres of water in an 8mx8m pool, creating a stunning visual experience, as the water shimmers through dazzling light rays.

Dubai Marina Mall, a lifestyle shopping destination, currently has over 120 retail outlets. The mall provides an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book & toy shops and children’s entertainment, in addition to a food court and the 6-screen premium Reel Cinemas.
 

Dubai Marina Mall Celebrates Winter Football Fiesta

Dubai Marina Mall, the definitive lifestyle, shopping and entertainment destination in Dubai Marina and New Dubai, will host a range of fun activities for football enthusiasts with the ‘Football Fiesta,’ launched as part of the mall’s winter campaign.

The Football Fiesta will be held until November 14, 2010, at the Dome Atrium on the ground floor of the mall from 1pm to 8pm from Sunday to Wednesday and 12noon to 9pm on weekends.

The football extravaganza will consist of activities and entertainment for the whole family including skills competitions, trick shows, stilt walkers, roaming football mascots, fun coaching programmes, quiz shows and a live DJ.

Nasser Rafi, CEO, Emaar Malls Group, said: “We are continuously looking to introduce innovative campaigns, offers, promotions and entertainment that add value to the customer experience. Football is one of the most popular sports in Dubai, and we are confident that Football Fiesta will appeal to all visitors to Dubai Marina Mall – both sports lovers as well as family audiences – with its diverse choice of entertainment options.”

One of the highlights of Football Fiesta is a mini football tournament for children between 8 and 12 years of age held every day from 3.30pm to 5.30pm. Schools in the area have already entered a number of teams promising a fortnight of fun for little ones. For more information on the event, please call, Guest Services on 04 4361020.

Several prizes will be given throughout Football Fiesta, sponsored by Cone Street Italian Gelato, TGI Fridays, Reel Cinemas, Build A Bear and SEGA. Prizes for the first three winning teams in the children’s tournament will be sponsored by Nike.

Dubai Marina Mall, a lifestyle shopping destination, currently has over 120 retail outlets. The mall provides an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book & toy shops and children’s entertainment, in addition to a food court and the 6-screen premium boutique Reel Cinemas.
 

Dubai Creek Marina Announces Middle East’s First Used Boat Show

The Middle East’s first and only ‘Used Boat Show’ has been officially announced by organisers Dubai Creek Marina, Dubai’s leading full service marina situated within Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club on the banks of the stunning Dubai Creek.

Set to take place over three days, 4th – 6th November 2010, the exciting event has been created to offer genuine value and choice to existing yachting enthusiasts as well as encouraging more people to get out onto the water with friends and family.

Speaking on the first boat show of its kind in the region, Mustafa Al Hashimi, Club Manager of Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, said;

“Driven by growing demand and interest from boat owners, the Dubai Used Boat Show is a response to an enormous gap in the market, bringing buyers and sellers directly together. Currently there is no event like it in the UAE.

“Any marine retailer or boat owner interested in trading up or down should make use of this ideal opportunity to showcase their vessels and equipment to the local yachting community at very affordable rates in the heart of Dubai.”

Combining great deals on over forty used vessels of all sizes from world renowned manufacturers, alongside leading marine traders covering finance, insurance, accessories, maintenance services and supplies, the Dubai Used Boat Show offers absolutely everything an aspiring or current boat owner could possibly need in one convenient location.

Al Hashimi, continued; “The Dubai Used Boat Show is a celebration of life on the water with the aim of making yachting and marine leisure more accessible. Whether only starting out or an experienced yachtsman, this is the perfect and only occasion to consider options on the used market and learn more by speaking to the local experts.
“Getting out onto the water is a very simple pleasure, yet currently yachting in the Middle East has ultra exclusive image of superyachts affordable only to the few. However, enjoying the beautiful waters off the UAE’s coast does not need to be out of reach, there are affordable options as the Used Boat Show will clearly highlight.”

Open and free of charge to the public with children welcome, the Dubai Used Boat Show will be hosted at the award winning marina at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club which currently has capacity amongst its 121 berths, providing an extra incentive to anyone interested in yachting, as Stuart Burke, Marina Manager at Dubai Creek Marina explained;

“It’s a very exciting time at Dubai Creek. Typically it is very rare for berths to become available at Dubai Creek, but with capacity currently available and the Dubai Used Boat Show taking place in November there could be no better time to get involved and sample the spirit of sailing.

“With excellent deal on quality vessels from 18ft and upwards displayed on land and water, experts on hand, leading traders showcasing their latest equipment the Dubai Used Boat show is a must-attend event.”

Far more than just a boat show, the event includes a host of fun attractions geared towards entertaining the entire family on a day out. The action on the edge of the water at Dubai Creek features everything from a kid’s zone and food village serving up fresh seafood and international cuisine to live music and daily prizes.

Managed by Dubai Golf, through parent company wasl Asset Management Group, , Dubai Creek Marina will make further announcements in coming months confirming the specific details of the vessels for sale and the traders exhibiting during the Dubai Used Boat Show.

For further information on selling or exhibiting at the Dubai Used Boat Show and available berths at Dubai Creek Marina and Yacht Club please; Telephone: +971 4 295 6000 or Email: marina@dubaigolf.com
 

‘Premier’ Reel Cinemas Opens Today At Dubai Marina Mall

The first boutique cinema in the UAE, the premier Reel Cinemas in Dubai Marina Mall, opens doors to film-lovers tomorrow (July 22, 2010).

Emaar Retail LLC, a pioneer in innovative entertainment, leisure and retail concepts, is offering unprecedented levels of luxury and privacy to movie-goers with the six-screen Reel Cinemas cineplex at Dubai Marina Mall.

The cineplex has 544 seats, all recliner and of the highest ergonomic standards. Pushing the scope of service to the next level, visitors can opt for the pampering choice of gourmet food & beverage choices delivered to their seats. They will also be provided blankets and soft pillows for a nominal extra charge.

Addressing the felt-need of residents in New Dubai including the established Dubai Marina, Emirates Living and Jebel Ali Village neighbourhoods, Reel Cinemas in Dubai Marina Mall is priced competitively for the advanced amenities it offers.

Tickets are AED 50 for the ‘Premier’ cinema experience of watching movies in total luxury. An online booking function is operational to pre-purchase movie tickets.

Mr Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Retail LLC, said: “Today, the appeal of malls is not only in offering superior shopping choices but also providing a range of world-class leisure and entertainment options for visitors. With the opening of the boutique Reel Cinemas cineplex at Dubai Marina Mall, Emaar Retail is further strengthening the mall’s retail and leisure mix, making it a complete family destination and a mall of choice for the Dubai Marina and neighbouring communities.”

Reel Cinemas is located on level 2 of Dubai Marina Mall, which can be accessed easily from Sheikh Zayed Road, thus appealing to visitors from Abu Dhabi too.

Dubai Marina Mall has 160 stores with an exciting mix of tenants including a supermarket, fashion wear, accessories, jewellers, boutiques, book and toy shops and music centres.
 

Mourjan Marinas IGY Establishes A Strategic Presence In The Lucrative Black Sea Marina Market

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the luxury developer and manager of marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, announced that it has signed a binding agreement with Russian company Sochi Grand Marina, part of leading Russian shipping company, Sovcomflot.

The agreement will see Mourjan Marinas IGY undertaking one of the most prestigious marina development contracts in this highly lucrative market with the transformation of the port of Sochi. A new mixed use development at Sochi, including a over 300 yacht marina, will help this strategically placed Black Sea port prepare for its role as host city of the 2014 Winter Olympics.

Sochi Grand Marina has commissioned Mourjan Marinas IGY to develop both the new marina and land-based components at the Sochi development. This announcement follows a 12 month period of intense design, technical and business planning. The new vibrant city centre destination at Sochi seaport will also incorporate a long-distance passenger cruise terminal as well as high quality retail, residential and hotel accommodation, catering to the large influx of Olympic related tourism to this historic seafront recreational destination.

The revitalised seaport will be an impressive and welcoming point of arrival for visitors to the city for the 2014 Winter Olympics. It will provide the best international-standard tourist facilities, whilst its carefully balanced mix of functions will become a year-round destination for city residents.

Michael Horrigan, CEO of Mourjan Marinas IGY, said:
“When we formed Mourjan Marinas IGY we said we were focused on a growth strategy and this agreement is a really exciting development for us. The Russian market has great potential for marine development and we are pleased to be working with Sochi Grand Marina on what will be a dramatic transformation of the port of Sochi as it prepares for the 2014 Winter Olympics and its long-term future. This development will set benchmarks in the region and we proud to be part of it.”

Konstantin Sakharov, CEO of Sochi Grand Marina, said:

“The reconstruction of the Sochi seaport is a truly unique project for the Russian Federation territory and the revival of the seaport and coastline will be a great accomplishment for the region. The project includes the waterworks construction, a new passenger terminal building, reconstruction of the original Marine Station building as well as the build and further exploitation of the infrastructure of the coastal port.”

“We are providing the Sochi port with a beautiful first-class yacht marina which will be the first professional yacht marina unique for the Black Sea coast. Mourjan Marinas IGY is our chosen partner for this project as their extensive experience in marina development in the Middle East and Europe serves us well for this complex project.’’

Sochi Seaport is a major strategic milestone in Mourjan Marinas IGY commitment to the Russian marina market and specifically the Black Sea coast line around Sochi. Adjacent to the major cruise terminal as well as the commercial centre of Sochi, the project will feature luxury hotels, a retail complex and a marina clubhouse representing a prestigious development that well represents the high quality market niche that Mourjan Marinas IGY projects target. The partnership with Sochi Grand Marina aligns Mourjan Marinas IGY with a Russian company that is equally focused on facilities that represent the best in international standards for design, safety and service.