The entertainment industry in Marrakech

The general development of Morocco has led in recent years to the birth and rapid development of an entertainment industry somehow reminiscent to that in Mexico or Cuba during the 1940's. Not that there were no entertainment in Marrakech at the time of Hassan II, is simply that, as is happening in most sectors, the organization and type of product being offered is completely different. The content of these shows is also very different. Western musical influence is palpable, and genres such as Gnawa belly dancing or share the stage with pop singers, dancers and entertainers go-go or jazz bands. Pure fusion. Must be noted that the word cabaret is not the same meaning as in the West. The Moroccans are cabarets nightclubs where he performs only traditional Moroccan dance and music played by excellent orchestras. There are also many karaoke because / as Moroccans love to sing. In almost every city there is a local karaoke. In particular is the so-called Marrakech Cantobar, a place where you can dine, drink (serving alcohol) and sing. It is open until the wee hours of the morning.

But if we want to hear rock and dance genres have to pay a visit to locals as the Jad Mahal, the luxurious Hivernage and African Chic or La Bodeguita, in Gueliz. There is live music every day in all of them and the bands are always good.

For jazz lovers there are also local entertainment cabaret-style of the 40's: fine dining with tables around a dance floor and / or a scenario where there was a show that can last up to five hours . Customers alternate dinner with a dance and delight listening to good music. The traditional genres such as street entertainment, continue to coexist with these shows and many of the artists who worked only in the streets now make double: in the morning on the streets at night in the theater. The situation could not be idyllic, as always, by employers who meet the same characteristics: Moroccan or French returnees cheaply assembled a nightclub without much idea of ​​what that means on an artistic level. The treatment of employees (artists and non artists) is not always respectful in regard to conduct and respect for contracts and high in Social Security, wages are always very low when compared with the benefits of the owners of the local treatment is too often degrading.

But unfortunately it's not just in the entertainment industry. It is development that has come to Marrakech. Come to Marrakech to enjoy their entertainment and nightlife. The Ochre City offers a fascinating culture and tradition, monuments and countless tourist attractions, delicious cuisine and countless shopping opportunities. In addition, hotels in Marrakech are of high quality and very cheap, especially Marrakech riads, charming and very affordable. They can also stay in a wonderful villa in Marrakech, near the field, where the views are spectacular and the people will welcome you with open arms.