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Dubai is alive with the sound of music, thanks to Dubai Opera. Referred to as the House of Cultures, the opulent downtown venue attracts artists and art enthusiasts from around the world. The venue’s upcoming season has just been announced, featuring a diverse programme of performances that range from world-class ballet to musicals.
Michael Lives Forever: 7 September 2025
Grab your moonwalking shoes. For one night only, Dubai Opera will transform into a dancefloor of nostalgia in honour of the King of Pop. Taking place on Sunday, 7 September, Michael Lives Forever promises the world’s biggest Michael Jackson tribute show. The show is a full-scale spectacle led by Rodrigo Teaser, a global sensation paying tribute to Michael Jackson. Watch him channel Michael Jackson’s energy, voice, style, and larger-than-life stage presence while performing Michael Jackson’s greatest hits, from Beat It and Billie Jean to Smooth Criminal and Thriller.
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La Bohème: 18 to 20 September 2025
La Bohème returns to Dubai Opera with the full sweep of Puccini’s romance and ruin, delivered by the prestigious Hungarian State Opera. The production emphasises scale and detail, and the orchestra carries the familiar melodies that have moved audiences for over a century. The story of Rodolfo and Mimì remains devastating in its simplicity. Love sparks, poverty intrudes, and sacrifice becomes inevitable. Expect soaring arias, luminous ensemble work and a finale that lands with force.
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Beethoven’s The Fifths: 21 September 2025
The Hungarian State Opera Orchestra pairs Symphony No. 5 with Piano Concerto No. 5, widely known as the Emperor. The Fifth Symphony opens with that four-note figure that still jolts the air, then drives forward with fierce logic and hard-won triumph. The Emperor Concerto answers with poise and grandeur, its solo lines unfolding with nobility and lyrical calm. Internationally acclaimed pianist Anna Tsybuleva is the evening’s soloist, bringing clarity, character and an impressive sense of scale.
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Swan Lake: 25 to 28 September 2025
Back by overwhelming demand after a sold-out run last year, Swan Lake returns to claim its place as ballet’s ultimate crowd pleaser. Performed by the Hungarian National Ballet, prepare to be captivated by the timeless tale of passion and magic in one unforgettable performance. Tchaikovsky’s score glows in the pit, while the stage pictures shift from moonlit lakeside to courtly splendour. The dual role of Odette and Odile remains the measure of any ballerina, building to a heart-in-mouth close.
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Akaash Singh: 5 October 2025
Get ready for a night of no-holds-barred comedy as Akaash Singh makes his Dubai Comedy Festival debut at Dubai Opera. Akaash first made waves with appearances on MTV’s Guy Code, Wild ’N Out, Netflix’s Brown Nation, and HBO’s The Leftovers. But it was in podcasting where he truly found his voice—co-creating the wildly successful Flagrant podcast with Andrew Schulz. With millions of listeners and a global fanbase, Singh has become known for his fearless humour and smart takes on culture, identity, and everything in between.
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Omid Djalili: 5 October 2025
Prepare for a night of sharp satire and global humour as British-Iranian comedian Omid Djalili returns to Dubai Opera with his critically acclaimed show NAMASTE. Known for his whip-smart takes on culture, politics, and identity, Omid has long been a staple on the international comedy circuit. Voted among the UK’s top stand-ups and recognised for his standout roles in Hollywood blockbusters, he’s also the host of ITV’s Winning Combination. Whether playing a stereotypical character on screen or skewering them on stage, Omid’s comedy walks the line between bold and brilliant.
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Morgan Jay: 6 October 2025
Dubai Opera is in for a night of laughs and live music as LA-based comedian and musician Morgan Jay takes the stage for the first time at the Dubai Comedy Festival. Known for his appearances on MTV’s Wild ‘N Out, NBC, and Comedy Central—and for his viral videos across social media—Morgan brings a fresh twist to stand-up. With his guitar in hand and razor-sharp timing, his shows are a hilarious blend of storytelling, improv, and sing-along moments that regularly blur the line between a comedy set and a concert.
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Joanne McNally: 7 October 2025
Known for her razor-sharp wit and chaotic charm, Irish comedian Joanne McNally is back in Dubai. Following her sell-out appearance at the 2023 Dubai Comedy Festival alongside Vogue Williams in My Therapist Ghosted Me, Joanne is returning for not one, but two solo shows at Dubai Opera. A regular on UK screens, Joanne has become a primetime favourite thanks to appearances on Taskmaster, The Jonathan Ross Show, The Big Fat Quiz of Everything, and more. Her comedic timing, quick-fire delivery, and wildly relatable storytelling have earned her a devoted global following.
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Mo Amer: 9 & 10 October 2025
Palestinian-American comedian and Netflix favourite Mo Amer will return to the Dubai Comedy Festival. It’s a homecoming of sorts for the sharp-tongued stand-up, who made his Dubai debut at the very same festival in 2020. His latest stand-up material digs deep into themes of fatherhood, fame, and identity, with the same candid, culturally charged storytelling that has made him a household name. Expect brutally honest observations, unexpected tenderness, and explosive punchlines delivered with charisma and bite.
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John Achkar: 11 October 2025
Comedian, entrepreneur, and all-around creative force John Achkar is set to bring the laughs back to Dubai Opera following his standout performance at the Dubai Comedy Festival last year. Known for blending sharp wit with cultural insight, John rose to fame with Stand-Up Baladi—the first Lebanese stand-up series performed entirely in Arabic. He followed it up with hit specials like No Worries (2020), cementing his status as one of the region’s most relatable and dynamic comedy voices.
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Grease The Musical: 24 October to 2 November
It’s time to get automatic, systematic and hydromatic because Grease The Musical is coming to Dubai Opera. Most people will know Grease, thanks to the 1978 movie of the same name. The film stars John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing and Jeff Conaway. Set in the 1950s, it first shows Danny and Sandy having a summer romance. They part ways and then find themselves in the same school, Rydell High School. The score includes Grease Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You, Summer Lovin’, and You’re the One That I Want. Get ready for some spectacular singing, dancing and a dose of summer loving.
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Elissa: 3 November 2025
Adding a touch of Arabic glam to Dubai Opera is the region’s beloved singer, Elissa, who’ll perform on 3 November. Promising a show to remember, the Queen of Emotions will bring her signature soul-stirring vocals to the iconic venue. For those unversed, Elissa is one of the Arab world’s most iconic artists. Hailing from Lebanon, she rose to fame in the early 2000s and quickly became a name to be reckoned with in contemporary Arabic pop. Her discography is packed with timeless hits, including “Ayshalak,” “Betmoun,” “Ajmal Ihssas,” and “Hob Kol Hayat.”
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Björn Again: 21 November 2025
Dubai Opera turns into a glitter-soaked disco as Björn Again brings ABBA’s greatest hits to the heart of Downtown Dubai. The world’s premier tribute act delivers pitch-perfect harmonies and sequinned swagger, reviving the feel-good spirit of the seventies. Expect instant singalongs to “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Take a Chance on Me” and “Waterloo.”
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