23 Feb to 27 Feb 2010

8:30pm

First Group Theatre, Madinat

We have been to the moon, solved the theory of relativity, but one problem remains – why are men and women so different? That’s what Mark Little sets out to answer in the Olivier Award-winning production Defending the Caveman. Translated into 30 languages and seen in over 45 countries, Defending the Caveman has toured the world successfully since 1991 and is making its next stop in Dubai.

This Norwell Lapley Production is sponsored by Land Rover and Time Out Dubai.

Mark Little is returning to his critically acclaimed role in the ‘Best Entertainment’ Olivier Award winning production ‘Defending the Caveman’. Directed by Cathy Farr, last year’s London run at the Leicester Square Theatre immediately sold out and an extended run was shortly announced. Now ‘Defending the Caveman’ takes centre stage at The First Group Theatre at Souk Madinat Jumeirah.

Created and performed by Rob Becker in San Francisco in 1991, the show, which was awarded the prestigious honour when Mark took on the role at the Apollo Theatre in 2000, is the longest running solo play in Broadway history. Having been translated into 16 different languages, ‘Caveman’ has become a worldwide hit, performing to over 5 million people globally in Germany, Slovenia, Belgium, France, Russia, Australia and South Africa to name but a few!

With hysterical observations into contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and the erogenous zones, ‘Defending the Caveman’ has both sexes roaring with laughter and recognition as they identify themselves in the tales being told. In short, it mines the common themes in relationships that go straight through the funny bone and into the heart.

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What's on in Dubai Theatres

Coming to Dubai for the very first time, Mahim Junction has already played to full houses in Edinburgh and stages around the world, earning rave reviews along the way.

It’s an affectionate and nostalgic take on a Bollywood film of the 1960s and 1970s, and the flamboyant cast is all set to dazzle audiences with a spicy mix of scintillating dance, foot-tapping music and larger-than-life characters.

If you want pure Bollywood-style escapism and great fun, then Mahim Junction will be the must-see event of the year. Seats are going fast, so book now to avoid disappointment!

Thursday 18 - Saturday 20 February 2010

Written and directed by Sohaila Kapur
In association with Shekhar Kapur and Lata Bhasin

MAHIM JUNCTION

Bollywood of the 1970s…a time when heroes wore their hearts on their sleeves and the villains paved the mean streets of Mumbai with gold. A time to dream, and the time at hand to chase those dreams. A slum adjacent to the local train platform in suburban Mumbai is inhabited by a motley crew, including Rahim, the local dada, a good Samaritan with a heart of gold who is in love with Radha, the belle who has many hearts wanting to beat in tune with hers.

Belonging to different faiths, they fear that their respective families will never accept their love. Radha’s harridan mother would much rather sell her daughter than help her marry the man she loves, yet her physically challenged brother is ready to sacrifice anything for his sister and her happiness with Rahim.

Mr Kaladhanda is the amorous Bollywood film producer who sells dreams of stardom to attract young girls into his lair, while Randy Bhai is the Harvard graduate son of a well heeled and corrupt businessman, who dreams of making a difference in the world of black marketers, mobsters and rigged elections. Two further memorable characters, Johnny and Ayesha, complete the cast.

Mahim Junction, written by the internationally acclaimed Sohaila Kapur, has played to full houses across India, in the UK and in Singapore. It is now set to burst onto stage at DUCTAC in Dubai… so book now to guarantee your seat at this must-see show.

www.mahimjunction.blogspot.com

Location: Centrepoint Theatre

For more information call DUCTAC: 04 341 4777

Jobs

POSITIONS @ DUCTAC
February 2010

Arts Courses Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management and day to day running of this busy Arts Centre which offers on average 70 courses weekly (kids and adults) utilising 14 general and specialised studios. A key activity is the planning and management of a diverse range of arts courses. Applicants must have an Arts background and knowledge of the health and safety aspects required to operate a variety of different studios and materials from pottery, sculpture and mosaics to various painting mediums.

This is a very hands-on and administratively challenging role and requires the ability to produce a variety of documentation including schedules, course descriptions, contracts and proposals. A high standard of written and spoken English is required plus excellent PC and communication skills.

Interested candidates should mail a CV with covering letter to: application@ductac.org
* Applications close on 15 February 2010.

Regretfully, only successful candidates will be contacted. Website: www.ductac.org

What's on at Dubai Theatres

On a cold, clear moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. As hearts are broken and knees and are bruised, they mend and heal - almost. This delightful midwinter night's dream reminds us to love and live in the moment.

Thursday 4th February and Friday 5th February at 7.30pm
Saturday 6th February at 4.00pm and 7.30pm.

Venue: KILACHAND STUDIO, DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates

Ticket price: 70 Dhs

For tickets, please contact Kids Theatre Works office
04 34 14 777 ext 234/5 or 050 1 58 56 53

Youth Theatre Works is a non-profit making group and we have no funding from any 3rd parties. The young participants are not charged for their involvement in the program, and we have the participation of industry specialists who are giving their time in support of the kids and their shared love of theatre.