10 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ARAB HOPE MAKERS SHOW
1 When and where will it take place?
The Arab Hope Makers finale will take place at Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk Dubai, tomorrow. Doors open at 4pm and the show starts at 6pm.
2 How many entries did Arab Hope Makers initiative receive this year?
The third edition has drawn a new record of 92,000 entries from 38 countries, including 15 Arab countries.
3 What is new this year?
The four-hour event features fun activities, announcements related to humanitarian initiatives and live performances by RedOne, Nawal Al Kuwaitia, Balqees and Mohammed Assaf.
4 Will the artists perform their own music or hits related to the initiative?
The artists will perform their hits for 30-45 minutes each.
5 What is the idea behind the region’s biggest production being presented during the Arab Hope Maker finale?
Composed and produced by RedOne, the ‘Hope Makers’ video production brings together more than 50 celebrities from all over the Arab world to perform under the themes of hope and humanity.
6 Will the Arab Hope Maker 2020 be named during the show?
The finale will highlight the inspiring stories of the five finalists and the audience will vote for the winner.
7 Will the guest of honour Dr Magdi Yacoub make an appearance?
Dr Yacoub will be honoured during the finale for his medical and scientific achievements and contributions to the humanitarian sphere in a career spanning over five decades.
8 Why was Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Egypt selected as the Arab Humanitarian Cause of the Year?
This is the first time since its inception that the Arab Hope Makers initiative is supporting a humanitarian cause. The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Cairo was selected for its role in giving hope to thousands. The specialised facility will provide free cardiovascular care to patients across the Arab world.
9 Will the event raise funds to support the Magdi Yacoub centre?
The show’s proceeds will go towards supporting the construction of the Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre.
10 Besides the ticket proceeds, who are the donors contributing to the cause?
The donors are individuals and entities who will announce their contributions before 12,000 people at the Coca-Cola Arena.