Tribune News Network
Doha
Live action shows of some beloved characters are landing at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) as part of the Summer in Qatar (SiQ) events, with tickets already on sale at tixbox.qa. The ticket prices range from QR75 to QR725.
Everyone’s favourite blue creatures, the ‘Smurfs Live on Stage - The Smurfs Save Spring’ will entertain the audience on July 18-20, while ‘Hello Kitty Live Fashion & Friends’ will delight children on July 25-27, both at Al Mayassa Theatre.
‘The Smurfs Live on Stage - The Smurfs Save Spring’ will take viewers on a ‘smurftastic’ journey with the whole gang. The show features a cast of 14, including children’s favorites, Papa Smurf, Clumsy, Brainy and the very lovable Smurfette. Will the Smurfs be able to save themselves from Gargamel the evil wizard? Will the Smurfs save Mother Nature? Will the Smurfs stop Gargamel from turning of the Spring forever? Let’s find out by watching the magical musical story.
Set in modern-day London, ‘Hello Kitty Live Fashion & Friends’ is a story of friendship. The show features Hello Kitty and her friends My Melody, Dear Daniel, Mimmy and more as they navigate the city and share a passion for creativity. With sparkling costumes and a fantastic soundtrack, the show is sure to delight fans.
Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) official Mashal Shahbik said, "Families spending this summer in Qatar will enjoy the most festive and eventful season, with a line-up of events for all ages and tastes. In addition to the Entertainment City, summer-long activities at participating malls, theme parks and summer camps, we have brought in popular international stage shows which will entertain the entire family.”
Mac S Far, chief executive officer of Alchemy Project, commented, "We are thrilled to be part of the Summer in Qatar and look forward to hosting these great shows in Doha where we can engage the full family. Many thanks to the QNTC for providing a favourable environment, which will enable us to present these great shows.”
Summer in Qatar includes a host of activities and promotions across retail, hospitality and travel sectors. Through Qatar Museums (QM), families can sign up for a QM Culture Pass, which will unlock discounts on these shows as well as on a host of tourism products, outdoor, mall activities, family entertainment.