Ibn Battuta Mall brings spirit of Quidum to shoppers, making it biggest theatre in town

Notes and media contacts

The Flying Jensen
Showing at 7pm & 10pm
21, 22, 23, 28 & 29 Dec
Travelling especially to Dubai from Germany, 'The Flying Jensen' is an international performing sensation that will officially open DSF at Ibn Battuta Mall.

During the half hour showings, shoppers will watch in amazement as Jensen soars high above the crowds in China Court, suspended only on silicon fabric.

Using a striking combination of acrobatics, dance and strength, The Flying Jensen creates a visually stunning performance that must be 'seen to be believed'.

Themed Arts and Crafts for Children
Daily 12-10pm (excl Mon)
20 Dec - 2 Feb 2007
Parents can be reassured that their children will be entertained at Ibn Battuta. Budding young artists can try their hand at creating crafts such as Italian inspired carnival masks or Chinese paper lanterns, as well as painting and drawing with the help of a dedicated team of artists.

The innovative arts and crafts children's workshops are free and run throughout DSF for 6 days per week, 8 hours per day at specially designed stations.

Magic Memory Game
Every Saturday at 7pm
Sat 30 Dec- Sat 2 Feb
Designed for DSF 2006, Ibn Battuta Mall unveils the "Magic Memory game" in which 10 contestants will be chosen to take part every Saturday throughout DSF by entering an in-mall competition
Hosted by local radio personality, Catboy from 92.0FM, contestants are called upon to remember twenty valuable items from mall retailers that pass in front of them.

Lucky contestants will keep each item recalled correctly together with thousands of dirhams in prizes to those lucky shoppers taking part in the game.

Quidum, Cirque du Soleil - Food Court Promotion
6-12pm. Daily
Thurs 4 - 21 January 2007
The world renowned Cirque du Soleil will make its Middle East debut at this year's Ibn Battuta Mall DSF celebrations.

Cirque du Soleil will perform the show Quidam, a thrilling combination of acrobatic artistry, technical expertise, extravagant design and exceptional musical.

Ticket holders can enjoy discounted prices on sumptuous culinary delights at participating Ibn Battuta restaurants by presenting their tickets at participating outlets. Ibn Battuta Mall boasts one of the finest and most varied culinary selections in Dubai and is sure to satisfy the taste buds of all theatre goers.

Felipe Illusionist
7-8pm and 10-11pm
4 - 13 January
Shoppers will be amazed and entertained by illusions taking place before their very eyes.

Professional Chilean magician Felipe has wowed audiences around the world from Las Vegas to Japan.

For two weekends during DSF, Felipe will delight shoppers throughout Ibn Battuta Mall with his entertaining repertoire of close-up magic tricks.

The Jam Jar Corner
5pm - 10pm
Every Thurs, Fri and Sat
11 January onwards
Discover hidden talents and try your hand at painting a masterpiece at the Jam Jar corner
Shoppers can express themselves on canvass and take away an original painting as a memorable souvenir of Ibn Battuta Mall's DSF activities

About Ibn Battuta Mall
Ibn Battuta Mall is located adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Road between Interchanges 5 and 6. The Mall combines retail, entertainment, restaurant and family activities all within a uniquely themed environment. The inspiration for the theme of Ibn Battuta Mall is the travels of the legendary Arab explorer Ibn Battuta. The unique design of the shopping mall and separately themed courts are based on his travels through Asia and the Middle East. Each of the six courts is themed on a country and a shopping zone to reflect Ibn Battuta's travels through Andalusia, Tunisia, Egypt, Persia, India and China. The spacious Mall, covering an area of 3.1 million square feet, offers a charming mix of shopping outlets, specialty shops, restaurants, a hypermarket and a cinema Megaplex featuring the UAE's first IMAX theatre. Parking space has been allocated for more than 5,000 cars, taking the total site space up to 5.4 million square feet.

Press Contact:
Linsey Worgan
d'Events
Tel: +9714 331 1104
Fax: +9714 331 6612