Dubai Opera Ball announces additional sponsors

Notes and media contacts

Al Nabooda Automobiles was established in 1976 as part of the Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda Group, Al Nabooda Automobiles LLC is the authorised dealer for Volkswagen in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The company has branches in Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah.

The vision and foresight of our Chairman, Mr. Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda, translated into reality by his son, Mr. Khalid Al Nabooda, has ensured specialist service, a skilled, highly trained workforce, professional management and a renewed commitment to constantly improve the standards of service from the cornerstones of the company. The latest milestone: the new Volkswagen Service Centre, which is the largest and most technological advanced Volkswagen Service Centre in the world. Al Nabooda Automobiles is an acknowledged leader in its field with a constant drive to surpass its own high standards of performance, quality and commitment, which in turn has given it an enviable reputation. It is this reputation that is behind Al Nabooda's phenomenal growth during the past few years.

Kährs, UAE began life in May 2004, as part of Kinnarps of Sweden. Established in 1857, Kährs of Sweden strives to be at the forefront of parquet flooring developments, technology and quality, whilst maintaining an acute awareness of environmental issues such as deforestation, species extinction and the depletion of our natural resources.

Swarovski - For more than a hundred years Swarovski, the Austrian family company, has been the world's leading brand for cut crystal. Swarovski is re-knowned for Fashion and Classic jewellery as well as Silver Crystal décor items. Swarovski is available at the Swarovski boutiques and all Tanagra stores throughout the UAE. Toll free number 800 4051. See www.swarovski.com

IN-TV is the region's first in-lifestyle television channel, offering fresh programming for the local market. Based in Media City, it will cover news and events relating to shows, clubs and local personalities. Currently available to Showtime subscribers and free to air on Nilesat, it can be found on 11785 vertical.

Background to the Dubai Opera Ball
The world famous Vienna Opera Ball is coming to the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai on Thursday 17 February 2005. After Vienna and New York, Dubai will be the third official venue to host this sumptuous event. Organised as a charity event, it will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. In line with the Vienna Opera Ball, proceeds will be donated to the Tsunami Victims' Fund.

Officially endorsed by the Vienna Opera Ball, Austria, this unique event will bring the magic of Vienna and Austrian ancient tradition to the U.A.E. Guests will enjoy the authentic Viennese-style ball, having the same features as the original 'Wiener Opernball' at the Vienna State Opera: Austrian culinary delights, the festive entrance of the debutantes and their partners and even the original Opera Ball Orchestra, flown in just for this glittering and romantic evening.

For tickets, contact, tel 04 355 0714, email, or
Madinat Jumeirah Theatre Box Office, tel 04 366 6546 / 04 366 6549

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