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D+D Middle East

The People of the UAE

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.

UAE National Day 50

With 50 years of nation-building under its belt, the United Arab Emirates looked forward to 50 more in its 51st annual National Day ceremony. Working with the National Projects Office and a network of regional broadcasters, Done+Dusted Middle East produced a ceremony inspired by the young country’s vision for 2071, and took over the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre for a 50 minute narrative performance that celebrated the UAE’s rich history, while looking towards its future.

We used projection mapping to envelope the long, proscenium stage in vivid video content, lined by a full orchestra that performed live. Vignettes and voice overs ranged from impressive military marches to a single child planting a tree, illustrating the vast scope of the UAE’s centennial goals.

UAE National Day 51

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