Kidville is coming to Dubai! Named 'Best of' by New York magazine, Kidville, headquartered in New York, USA, operates upscale facilities catering to newborns through six-year-old children and their families. In addition to offering the 'Little Maestros' music program, art courses, dance lessons and gym classes, Kidville throws fabulous 'Big Blow Out' birthday parties. Check out www.kidville.com to learn more.

We are looking for musicians/musical theater performers who LOVE kids to join the 'Little Maestros' band to perform 45-minute sets for infants, toddlers and their families. Part-time or full-time positions available:

· Friendly, enthusiastic MALE guitarist/singer and Smiley, animated FEMALE vocalist: Must have theater background and ability to learn songs by listening to MP3s and reviewing chords.

· Outstanding Pianist with exceptional skills: Must have excellent sight-reading skills, be able to learn easily by ear, read sheet music & chord charts - singing is a plus.

· Upbeat, friendly Drummer: Must have ability to learn songs by listening to MP3s and reviewing sheet music. Must have experience playing in a band and singing is a BIG plus.

All candidates should be fast learners, team players and hard workers with a good sense of humor and ability to interact with children. Please specify in your email which position you are applying for. Please send resume and headshot/picture to monica@kidville.com.

Abu Dhabi

The Desert Monologues theatre acting workshop goes to Abu Dhabi!

This course will take participants through a variety of drama-based activities and culminates in monologue performances at the Zayed University. It is a diverse course that is designed to be challenging and fun. It doesn't matter if you are a seasoned professional or an absolute beginner, if you want to act in a professional theatre and work with like-minded, talented individuals then this is the course for you!

The workshop runs over an 8 week period at the Zayed University North Campus:

Saturday afternoons 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Starting on the 13th February 2010.

We are now taking registrations.

Please email tiffany@dramaworkshopsdubai.com for more info or to request a registration pack.

Casting Call

An SAE student is looking for actors to cast in film for his diploma. It is a 20 mins short drama and will be shot in Dubai.

Casting for:

1 Chinese looking lady, age 20-30
1 European looking male, age 45-70

Please contact Benjamin at b.knoebl@sae-dubai.com

What's on in Dubai Theatres

Wednesday 10 - Sunday 14 February 2010

Written by David Hastings, Directed by Toby Hulse Produced by Oxford Playhouse Co-presented by the British Council and UAE University DUCTAC presents

ONE SMALL STEP

The space race was, sometimes literally, one of the most explosive adventures of the twentieth century. One Small Step explores this incredible contest, from the first dog in space to the moon landing and beyond! The action-packed quest for the giant leap is undertaken by two extraordinary young actors who bring dozens of characters (41 to be exact…) to life in a brilliantly inventive portrayal of the space race. Inspirational and educational for adults and youngsters alike, One Small Step is full of emotion, intense moments, epic achievements and humour, from beginning to triumphant end. One Small Step is a new play that was launched in 2008 at the Edinburgh Fringe. It thrilled audiences and quickly received five and four star reviews from The Sunday Times and The Scotsman, among others. It was subsequently chosen to be part of the British Council Showcase, a biennially-selected collection of cutting edge British work. Prior to this year’s festival One Small Step completed a successful tour across the UK and Ireland.. Location: Kilachand Theatre For more information call DUCTAC: 04 341 4777

What's on in Dubai Theatres?

DUCTAC presents

ANIMAL FARM*

Gary Shelford’s magnificent solo performance of George Orwell’s classic satire has to be seen to be believed! Using nothing but a wooden box, some amazing creative sound effects and brilliant physical and vocal dexterity, Shelford ignites Orwell’s famous yarn with a modern, sinister relevance. Hilariously comic and powerfully poignant by turns, Shelford’s breathtaking storytelling creates the farmyard in front of you during 110 minutes of utterly compelling theatre. Switching from animal to animal, each character is vividly portrayed, leaving an indelible memory in the consciousness. This powerful show leaves anyone who sees it – young or old – with no doubt that Orwell’s allegorical message of betrayed idealism is as relevant and important today as it was 50 years ago. If you’ve never seen or read Animal Farm, this adaptation will bring this legendary work to life. “A brilliant adaptation that delights with its physical grace and artistry. It’s complex and entirely theatrical; a combination of bravura acting and poetic storytelling which milks new nuance and meaning!” – The Scotsman Location: Centrepoint Theatre For more information call DUCTAC: 04 341 4777

In2Arts Auditions

PLAY READ / AUDITIONS for RUMORS - 15th JANUARY 2010

IN2ARTS is back again with yet another production in making, 'RUMORS', an English Classic Comedy by Neil Simon. The play requires 10 actors & a lot of skillful people to handle the production. The play is going to be staged in end of March 2010.

We would be having the play read / auditions at G-15, EMDI INSTITUTE, BULDG.No. 13, KNOWLEDGE VILLAGE, DUBAI ( as you enter the KV - roundabout right - 1st building on left.... See More

Date - 15TH JANUARY 2010
Time - 3PM ONWARDS. ( all participants to be there by 3pm )
For further details, please call me on 050-4550771 (or)
write to us on in2arts.events@gmail.com

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The Desert Monologues

Theatre acting course for adults

Starting on the 28th and 30th January 2010

This course will take participants through a variety of drama-based activities and culminates in monologue performances at the Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre. It is a diverse course that is designed to be challenging and fun. It doesn't matter if you are a seasoned professional or an absolute beginner, if you want to act in a professional theatre and work with like-minded, talented individuals then this is the course for you!

We are now taking sign-ups for the January 2010 course starting on the 28th and 30th Jan 2010.

The workshop runs over an 8 week period and there are two classes from which to select:

Class # 1: Thursday evenings 19:15 - 21:15. Starting on the 28th January 2010.
Class # 2: Saturday afternoons 15:00 - 17:00. Starting on the 30th January 2010.

For a detailed breakdown of the workshops and dates email: tiffany@dramaworkshopsdubai.com and request a registration pack.

Places are limited, so contact us now to register!