UAE National Day 50

At the request of the National Projects Office, Done+Dusted Middle East joined in the bicentennial celebrations of the United Arab Emirates’ founding, producing a theatrical experience that emerged like a desert mirage amongst the dramatic mountains and serene blue waters of the Hatta Dam.

The stage, submerged in water, hosted a fleet of drummers, singers, and dancers throughout the show’s 40 minute runtime. Lined with reactive lights, the centerpiece was a massive, rotating orb that served as a canvas for projection mapping and later revealed stands to host group choreography. Animations and videos illustrated the history and culture of the UAE, accompanied by specially-installed water spouts, airborne light shows, and pyrotechnics. We pulled out all the stops and broadcast the ceremony live throughout the region, partnering with various Middle Eastern and North African broadcasters.