25/08/2026
Facts About Dubai Opera
1️⃣Dubai Opera is located in Downtown Dubai, near Burj Khalifa. It opened in August 2016.
2️⃣The design for the 8-storey building was created by Dutch architect, Janus Rostock. The developer is Emaar Properties.
▫️Area: 60,000m²
▫️Capacity: 2,000 people
3️⃣The architecture is inspired by a silhouette of a traditional dhow boat. The main entrance features an intricate ornament in an Arabic lacework style.
4️⃣The complex includes a theatre, concert and banquet halls. It hosts a variety of events ranging from opera and ballet to fashion shows and art exhibitions.
5️⃣The building also houses art galleries, studios for rehearsals, the open-air Dubai Opera Garden, as well as bars and restaurants.
6️⃣A unique acoustic system, consisting of suspended towers and reflectors, ensures that every corner of the hall has perfect sound quality.
7️⃣Over the past 10 years, Dubai Opera has hosted 1.5 million visitors. More than 2,500 performances have been held, featuring over 6,500 artists from around the world.
8️⃣The 2026 program includes ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ ballet, classical music concerts, jazz, and more.