Upcoming shows at the Dubai Opera in 2019
Since its inception, the Dubai Opera has become an iconic attraction and a hotspot in the performing arts scene. This elegant dhow-shaped theatre in Downtown Dubai has hosted some of the world’s most famous productions like Swan Lake, Mary Poppins and Othello – with still more to come. Visitors can enjoy everything from musicals, dramas, stand-up comedy, concerts and ballet performances at the Dubai Opera. Searching for ‘Dubai Opera shows this week’? Well, MyBayut is sharing the complete Dubai Opera calendar for 2019, with prices, dates and timings. Discover all the Dubai Opera shows to look forward to in 2019!
UPCOMING MUSICALS AND BALLETS AT DUBAI OPERA 2019
Take a look at the brilliant musicals that will be part of the Dubai Opera calendar 2019!
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Catch the world’s most famous musical in Dubai this October! Phantom of the Opera, which has been performed in 166 countries, garnered 70 major theatre awards and has been running for 30 years, is making its way to Dubai.
Easily one of the biggest shows in Dubai happening in 2019, it’s had an extra week of showtimes added due to popular demand. You’ll be treated to spectacular performances by 130 cast and orchestra, stunning scenery and special effects and the powerful music of Andrew Lloyd Webber at The Phantom of the Opera Dubai musical. It tells the story of Phantom, a musical genius who haunts the Paris Opera House and falls in love with a young singer Christine.
- Dates: 16 – 19 October, 21 – 26 October, 28 October – 2 November, 4 – 6 November
- Timings: 08:00 pm (Monday – Thursday), 08:00 pm and 02:00 pm (Friday & Saturday)
- Prices for Weekdays (08:00 pm): AED 250 – AED 850
- Prices for Friday (02:00 pm) & Saturday (02:00 pm and 08:00 pm): AED 350 – AED 950
- Prices for Friday (08:00 pm): AED 420 – AED 1,140
THE NUTCRACKER
Kicking off the December schedule of Dubai Opera shows is the St-Petersburg Tchaikovsky Ballet Theatre’s iconic two-act ballet, The Nutcracker.
This ballet, beloved by audiences around the world, is the chance to see the exceptional choreography by St Petersburg Ballet Theatre and Tchaikovsky’s magical score. It’s based on the German novel, The Nutcracker and The Mouse King and tells the story of Clara Stahlbaum, whose wooden nutcracker comes to life on Christmas Eve.
The Nutcracker at Dubai Opera will run only for four days, so get your tickets fast to witness a classic Christmas story.
- Dates: 4 – 7 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm (Weekday), 02:00 pm and 08:00pm (Friday and Saturday)
- Prices: AED 250 (Silver) AED 400 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 550 (Platinum) AED 700 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
- Note: Kids under 12 receive 50% off on Silver, Gold, Platinum and VIP tickets
UPCOMING CONCERTS AT THE DUBAI OPERA IN 2019
From Passenger to the Beatles-tribute bands, here are all the Dubai Opera concerts to keep an eye out for!
MICA PARIS SINGS ARETHA FRANKLIN
Upcoming shows at Dubai Opera will include a stirring performance by British singer Mica Paris, who will revive musical legend Aretha Franklin’s greatest hits – including Natural Woman and I Say A Little Prayer! Mica Paris is one of the UK’s biggest soul singers at the moment, known for collaborations with big names like Prince and Nile Rodgers.
- Dates: 14 November
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 150 (Bronze), AED 250 (Silver or Box Individual Seat), AED 350 (Gold), AED 450 (VIP)
PASSENGER
Ever sung along to the soulful hit Let Her Go? Well, don’t miss the British singer-songwriter Passenger performing it live at the Dubai Opera. One of the biggest upcoming shows in the Dubai Opera schedule, Mike Rosenberg, otherwise known as Passenger, will be serenading audiences with his best songs, which span multiple genres including folk, rock and indie-pop.
- Dates: 20 November
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 195 (Gold Seating), AED 295 (Fan Pit, Platinum Seating or Box), AED 395 (VIP 2 Seating), AED 495 (VIP 1 Seating or VIP Box)
BOOTLEG BEATLES
Performing for 40 years and regarded as the world’s best Beatles tribute band, the Bootleg Beatles are heading to the Dubai Opera this November. They’ll be recreating the Beatles’ journey through the 1960s – and with painstaking attention to detail and authenticity, too! Watch out for the period costumes, instruments and vocals – the accuracy and similarity will delight Beatle fans!
- Dates: 21 November
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 95 (Silver), AED 195 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 295
- (Platinum), AED 395 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
GUY MANOUKIAN
Also on the Dubai Opera schedule is the return of Lebanese-Armenian composer and pianist, Guy Manoukian. His fusion of Arabic melodies with modern arrangements launched him into the limelight, and have sold out concerts in Singapore, Dubai, Cairo, London and Los Angeles. Performing at the Lebanese Presidential Palace when he was only 7 years old, Guy Manoukian’s show at the Dubai Opera house is one not to miss! He’ll be playing his ‘best of’ albums and his favourites, and fans are in for a treat!
- Dates: 28 November
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 195 (Silver), AED 295 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 395 (Platinum), AED 495 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
OMAR KAMAL
Among the upcoming events at the Dubai Opera house to look out for is a Palestinian-born singer Omar Kamal, whose influences range from Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, The Weeknd and Mohammed Abdel Wahab. Composer and singer, Omar Kamal has the ability to blow audiences away with captivating and honest performances across a variety of genres and languages.
- Dates: 15 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 195 (Silver), AED 295 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 395 (Platinum), AED 495 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
A TRIBUTE TO DALIDA
One of the upcoming Dubai Opera shows not to miss out on is the tribute concert to Dalida, performed by the Palestinian star Lina Sleibi. Born in Egypt and later moving to France, Dalida shot to international fame for her songs in Arabic, English, Italian and French.
Lina Sleibi, who is known for her covers of Arabic music, is most famous for her cover of Dalida’s Helwa Ya Baladi. She’ll be performing Dalida’s greatest hits, including Bambino, Salma Ya Salama, Ahsan Nas.
- Dates: 10 October
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 150 (Silver), AED 250 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 350 (Platinum), AED 450 (VIP & VIP Box Seat)
ANOUSHKA SHANKAR
Among the best concerts in Dubai Opera in 2019 is by sitar player Anoushka Shankar, who is the daughter of the musical icon Ravi Shankar. Training under her father since the age of nine, Anoushka’s innovative work draws from Indian classical tradition and progressive world music. She’s performed across the world at renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, Théâtre des Champs-Elysées and now will be performing at the stunning Dubai Opera.
- Dates: 20 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 200 (Platinum or Box Individual Seat), AED 500 (VIP), AED 1,000 (VVIP or VVIP Box Seat)
MUSIC IN THE STUDIO
If you’re looking for a musical experience in a setting where you can truly connect with music, you’ll love Dubai Opera’s Music in the Studio. This is your chance to experience soulful performances in the opera house’s rehearsal and recording studio. There will be three concerts leading up to Christmas, starting off with a violin and piano concert by BBC Young Musician of the Year Finalist Stephanie Childress and Kumi Matsuo in October. This will be followed by a jazz concert by Arkady Shilkoper in November and a festive concert by Royal Opera House singer Mary Bevan and pianist Amira Fouad!
- Dates: 30 October, 13 November, 11 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 150
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Composer George Frederic Handel’s much-loved oratorio ‘Messiah’, one of the most popular musical works of all-time, will be performed for one night only at the Dubai Opera! Performed by the St Petersburg Tchaikovsky Ballet Theatre’s Orchestra, along with the local Dubai Opera Festival Chorus. This is one of the festive Dubai Opera shows that is perfect for the whole family and will be brought to life by more than 200 musicians and voice.
- Dates: 8 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm
- Prices: AED 175 (Silver), AED 275 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 375 (Platinum), AED 475 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
DUBAI OPERA SHOWS FOR FAMILIES
If you’ve got the little ones in tow, these are the Dubai Opera events they’re sure to enjoy!
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA
Looking for Dubai Opera shows in November? If you’d like something for the whole family, take the little ones to see The Tiger Who Came To Tea, which has been adapted from the best-selling novel of the same name.
Kids will fall in love with this colourful, funny and magical production, which has sing-alongs, audience participation and plenty of twists and turns. It’s directed by David Wood OBE, who is known for his successful musicals and plays for children.
- Dates: 18 November
- Timings: 09:00 am and 11:00 am
- Prices: AED 110 (Bronze), AED 120 (Side Boxes and VIP Boxes), AED 130 (VVIP)
JINGLE BELL FAVOURITES
The festive celebrations will begin at the Dubai Opera with a family concert of all-time favourite carols and songs, performed by the London Concert Orchestra Show Band and singers from Capital Voices and West End. Sing along to classics like Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Jingle Bell Rock and Frosty the Snowman, and enjoy live entertainment and dancing, too! It’s one of the best upcoming shows at Dubai Opera to take the kids and get into the festive mood.
- Dates: 12 – 14 December
- Timings: 08:00 pm (12 December), 11:00 am, 03:00 pm and 08:00 pm (13 December), 02:00 pm and 08:00 pm (14 December)
- Prices: AED 175 (Silver), AED 275 (Gold or Box Individual Seat), AED 375 (Platinum), AED 475 (VIP or VIP Box Individual)
HOW TO BOOK DUBAI OPERA TICKETS
Tickets for Dubai Opera can be booked either online or at their box office, which is open from 10:00 am – 09:00 pm. If you’re looking to purchase Dubai Opera tickets online, you can do so through the official Dubai Opera website or via Platinumlist.net.
WHAT IS THE DUBAI OPERA DRESS CODE?
There is no specific dress code for Dubai Opera, however, guests are encouraged to dress up for the events they’re attending at the venue.
DUBAI OPERA CONTACT NUMBER
Have more questions about Dubai Opera show list and tickets? You can contact the box office at 04-440-8888.
And that wraps up Bayut’s guide to the Dubai Opera calendar for 2019! You may also want to check out all the concerts happening at Coca Cola Arena, Dubai’s brand-new multipurpose arena! Or if your social calendar is looking empty, find out the top activities and events in Dubai for October 2019.
Stay tuned to MyBayut for more information on the best shows and concerts in Dubai!
