The world-famous Broadway musical Wicked is making its Middle East debut at Dubai Opera from January 28 to February 15, 2026. Tickets go on sale September 19, 2025 — here’s everything you need to know about the spectacular show.
Dubai, UAE — October 30, 2025:
The wait is finally over for theatre lovers in the UAE. The globally acclaimed Broadway production Wicked is set to make its long-awaited debut at the iconic Dubai Opera, promising an unforgettable theatrical experience filled with soaring music, magical storytelling, and spectacular stagecraft.
The musical will run from January 28 to February 15, 2026, marking its first-ever Middle East performance. Tickets officially go on sale at 11 AM on Friday, September 19, 2025, with demand expected to be exceptionally high.
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Wicked has been hailed as one of the most successful musicals of all time, captivating over 65 million viewers across 130 cities in 16 countries. Now, for the very first time, UAE audiences will witness the spellbinding story of the witches of Oz live on stage.
The show’s arrival in Dubai is presented by Broadway Entertainment Group, a Dubai-based production company known for bringing world-class theatre to the region. The production also marks the company’s 15th anniversary, making the event even more special.
Based on Gregory Maguire’s novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, the musical takes audiences on an emotional journey through the untold story of two young women in the Land of Oz — Glinda and Elphaba.
Their friendship, rivalry, and ultimate destinies shape the magical world long before Dorothy arrives. Through its emotional depth, sharp wit, and unforgettable songs — including the show-stopping Defying Gravity — Wicked offers a fresh and moving perspective on good and evil.
The Dubai production of Wicked is not just another tour stop — it’s a re-imagined version featuring new sets, dazzling costumes, and cutting-edge stage effects. One of the production’s standout moments will see a witch quite literally take flight above the audience, a first for Wicked performances worldwide.
The show will feature over 100 performers, crew, and orchestra members, along with 350 custom-designed costumes, promising an immersive, visually breathtaking experience.
Hosting Wicked represents another major cultural milestone for Dubai Opera and for the UAE’s growing performing arts scene. The venue, renowned for staging international operas, ballets, and concerts, continues to establish Dubai as a global destination for world-class entertainment.
Local theatre enthusiasts, musical fans, and tourists are expected to flock to Dubai Opera to witness this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Given the musical’s global popularity and limited run, early booking is highly recommended as tickets are expected to sell out rapidly.
From its award-winning score by Stephen Schwartz to its deeply emotional narrative and breathtaking visuals, Wicked continues to redefine what musical theatre can achieve. Its arrival in Dubai offers local audiences a rare opportunity to experience one of Broadway’s most celebrated productions — live, for the first time in the Middle East.
As Wicked famously reminds its audience:
“Everyone deserves the chance to fly.”
And this January, Dubai audiences finally will.
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