Dubai Opera

The Cultural Epicentre of Downtown Dubai

The definitive destination for performing arts in the city, Dubai Opera is situated at the heart of the vibrant Downtown Dubai district and attracts global artists and international visitors with an exciting annual calendar of events. From opera, classical music, pop concerts, and tribute acts to folk performances, ballet, modern dance, and theatre productions, Dubai Opera’s artistic spaces welcome acclaimed performers and touring shows from around the world. Designed by acclaimed architect Janus Rostock to pay tribute to Dubai’s maritime heritage, the building resembles a traditional Emirati sailing dhow and features a grand 2,00-seat auditorium. The acknowledged centre of culture and arts in Dubai and the shining pearl of The Opera District, in addition to a diverse events calendar, visitors can also take a behind-the-scenes tour and enjoy exquisite dining experiences. 

Experience World-Class Entertainment at Dubai Opera

Since the curtain first rose in 2016, Dubai Opera has earned a well-deserved reputation as a cultural haven for all performance genres and is an artistic reflection of the city’s own multicultural diversity. Over the years it has welcomed opera legends, illustrious composers, world-renowned singers, popstars, DJs, actors, and dancers from across the Arab world, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond. Placido Domingo, Hans Zimmer, the BBC Proms Dubai, Mohammad Al Shehhi, and Anoushka Shankar are among those to perform to sell-out audiences, with a global repertoire of musicals, ballets, and even comedians, continually delighting arts and culture lovers. While its creative spaces encompass the Auditorium and more intimate Studio, the stunning Promenade, Opera Garden and Grand Circle Foyer provide an elegant backdrop for showtime socialising. Dubai Opera’s cultural landmark status also extends to its culinary offering with a collection of chic refreshment and dining venues to discover, while the Armani Hotel Dubai is the perfect choice for pre- or post-show dining at any of its award-winning restaurants.