Women, music banned from Saudi talent show

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http://www.arabianbusiness.com/women-music-banned-from-saudi-talent-show-461690.html

By Andy Sambidge Monday, 11 June 2012 5:07 PM

A city in Saudi Arabia has created its own version of the "Arabs Got Talent" television reality show, but music and women are banned from taking part.

The contest is being held in Buraydah, known as a centre for Wahhabism, a strict interpretation of Islam, AFP reported, citing the Al-Hayat daily newspaper.

Competitors will only be permitted to perform religious chants, recite poems and engage in sports events, it said. snip

Music, singing and dancing are banned, despite being staples in "Britain's Got Talent" and similar talent competitions that have become a global viewing phenomenon with national versions televised in 32 countries.

[hifiguy]

1. Saudi Arabia =

anus mundi.

[RZM]

2. I'd like to see somebody recite some verses from the Qu'ran

While riding a unicycle and juggling flaming bowling pins.

[Liberal Veteran]

4. The leg movements of unicycling might be interpreted as a dancing.

Can't have that.

[Liberal Veteran]

3. So I take it the "Dance of the Seven Veils" is out?

I can imagine they are in for a riveting five seconds of television entertainment.

[smirkymonkey]

5. The show is bound to be a huge hit.

Sounds action packed - I don't think I would be able to sit still in my seat.

[Nolimit]

6. Yeah no kidding

Sounds like those fellas love themselves a good old-fashion' sausagefest. The lack of music will undoubtedly add amazing appeal to this event.

[longship]

7. The Saudi women's NASCAR circuit is topped billing!

Given that they cannot legally drive in Saudi Arabia, it's a guaranteed hot hit. Lots of mayhem. Especially when the winner gets her just deserve. They stone her to death.

[Buns_of_Fire]

8. Self-immolation is always an option.

Trouble is, yes, it's a hell of an act, but what do you do for an encore?