Opera

Turandot

Duration

3 hrs 20 mins

Witness the spectacular masterpiece, Turandot, and listen to one of the most renowned tenor arias in opera, Nessun Dorma composed by the legendary Puccini. Relish a story about a cruel princess who puts all her suitors to death and a brave prince who attempts to win over her heart against all odds.

With more than 200 artists, Puccini's Turandot, produced by the Shanghai Opera House is a spectacular confluence of music and a gripping tale of a heartless princess. A test of love and fear, Turandot is the final opera of Giacomo Puccini. Considered to be his greatest work, it was premiered at the world-famous La Scala theater in Milan in 1926, almost 18 months after the death of Puccini. The production is directed by Roberto Ando, a well-known screenwriter from Italy. You are in for a night of incredible opera that brings together eastern and western cultures!

The Story

In ancient Peking, Turandot is a beautiful, albeit cold-hearted princess. She proclaims that the man who can solve her three riddles will become her husband. Those who fail to answer the riddles, however, face the graves punishment of all, death. Several men take up the challenge by the princess in an attempt to win her hand but are unsuccessful. A brave and intelligent prince is confident that he can solve the princess's riddles and win her hand. He successfully solves the trio of questions, but Turandot is unwilling to stick to her end of the bargain and marry the prince. In a surprising turn of events, the prince offers his life to Turandot if she can ascertain his name by dawn. Has the prince made a mistake or will love be able to melt the icy cold heart of the princess?

Good for

Fans of Turandot | Lovers of Opera

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Show Details

The show will run for a limited season from the 5th of September to the 7th of September, 2019.

Show Timings

8:00 PM

Duration
3 hours including a 20-minute interval

Audience
Children under the age of 2 are not allowed inside the auditorium. All patrons under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Additional Information

Available Facilities
Paid Parking at P2/P3 on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard
Wheelchair accessible

Rules and Regulations
Latecomers will be allowed inside the hall only during a break.

The door of the auditorium will be closed 5 minutes before the show commences.

The use of any camera recording devices is strictly prohibited inside the hall.

Getting There
Dubai Opera is located in Downtown Dubai.

By Metro: You can hop on to the Metro Tram and get off at the Burj Khalifa Station. A 20-minute walk from the station will lead you to the venue.

By Bus: If you decide to travel by bus, get off at the Dubai Mall Station and then walk to the venue.

Please note that valet parking is no longer available.

How to Redeem Your Tickets

Your mobile tickets will be sent to you by email shortly. You may display your ticket on your mobile phone at the box office on the day of the experience.

It is highly recommended that you arrive early and settle down before the show begins.

Validity

The ticket is valid only for the same day and same time you have opted for.