Dubai Opera announces an unparalleled 2025–26 season of world-class performances

Dubai Opera is pulling out all the stops for its highly anticipated 2025–26 Season, offering more than 50 world-class productions spanning opera, ballet, musicals, concerts, Arabic music, comedy, theatre, and special galas. Over 1,000 artists from around the globe will take the stage, promising a year of unforgettable experiences that bridge genres, generations, and cultures.

A spectacular opening

The season kicks off in September 2025 with a stunning trilogy: Giacomo Puccini’s opera La Bohème, Ludwig van Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony paired with the Emperor Piano Concerto, and Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet Swan Lake. The opening gala brought together regional and international media, leading cultural figures, and distinguished guests, setting the tone for a season that celebrates the transformative power of the performing arts.

Opera and classical music

Music lovers can look forward to the Middle East debut of piano superstar Yuja Wang, alongside the Dubai Opera debuts of the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra and the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia. Operatic legends Plácido Domingo and José Carreras return to grace the stage, and Handel’s baroque masterpiece Tamerlano will receive its first fully staged performance at Dubai Opera.

Ballet and dance

International ballet icon Roberto Bolle will make his Dubai Opera debut, bringing world-class dance to the region in a performance not to be missed.

Musical theatre

The UAE premiere of the global sensation Wicked The Musical, co-presented by Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment, promises magic and spectacle. Audiences can also enjoy international blockbusters Grease and Rumi: The Musical, offering a perfect blend of classic and contemporary musical theatre.

Concerts and Arab music

Music fans can anticipate unforgettable concerts from international icons Kings of Convenience, Jon Batiste, and Goran Bregović. Meanwhile, a star-studded Arabic music lineup includes Najwa Karam, Zade Dirani, Elissa, Marilyne Naaman, The Yemenis Orchestra, Omar Khairat, and Khalid Abdulrahman, ensuring something for every music lover.

Theatre and comedy

Theatre enthusiasts will experience the regional debut of War and Peace, while comedy lovers can look forward to the 2025 edition of the Dubai Comedy Festival, promising laughter and entertainment for all.

Dr. Paolo Petrocelli, Head of Dubai Opera, said in a statement, “With this new season, Dubai Opera reaffirms its commitment to artistic excellence and to the transformative role of culture in shaping society. As the city’s flagship performing arts institution, we bring to Dubai productions of the highest caliber, creating a stage where tradition and innovation meet, and where audiences can experience the very best of global creativity. Through this work, we aspire to enrich the cultural landscape of the United Arab Emirates, fostering dialogue, sparking imagination, and deepening appreciation for the arts as a vital force for progress and enlightenment.”

How to get tickets:

You can book tickets on the Dubai Opera website