Broadway’s beloved Annie The Musical is coming to Dubai in a spectacular new adaptation
Jemma Nicholls
Jemma Nicholls is an editor and writer with more than 22 years’ experience in print and broadcast journalism. BBC-trained in the UK, she moved to the UAE over 20 years ago and was a founding member of Dubai Eye 103.8FM. She has held senior editorial roles at The National and other UAE publications, while also contributing to respected international titles. Jemma was part of the original communications team that launched the first Taaleem schools and has written widely on education for global groups. With two children in UAE schools, she brings firsthand insight, regional knowledge, and a passion for education, lifestyle, and storytelling.
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