A Masterwork in the Making

Having firmly established itself on the global stage as a key destination for tourism and commerce, Dubai is now turning its eye toward becoming a nerve centre of culture in the Middle East region. 

The developer’s stunning portfolio includes the Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping centre; Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, a thriving hub of cafés, restaurants and retail outlets; and the Burj Khalifa, a looming architectural marvel that needs no introduction. The entirety of the district is expected to be ready by July 2020, in time for Expo 2020.

The Center Piece Of This District

The centerpiece of the district is the Dubai Opera, a massive 2,000-seat theatre that easily rivals the Sydney Opera House in scope, if not quite in size. Breaking ground in 2013 and opening its doors to packed houses in the summer of 2016, the Dubai Opera is a unique multi-format entertainment space that doesn’t just limit itself to operatic performances but can adapt its layout to accommodate any large-scale event.

The Opera District is already becoming one of Dubai’s most sought-after addresses, with several key high-end residential developments in the pipeline, the latest of which was launched just last year.

Address Residences Dubai Opera: A twin-tower development of 65 and 55 stories under the banner of the renowned Address Hotels + Resorts, the Address Residences sit right at the entrance to the Dubai Opera and complement its nautical look.

Downtown Dubai has, in less than a decade, become Dubai’s most fashionable and celebrated area. From the mesmerizing light and sound performances of the Dubai Fountain to the breathtaking New Year’s Eve fireworks display at the Burj Khalifa, from the streetside cafés of Emaar Boulevard to the winding corridors of the Dubai Mall, it provides a complete feast for the senses at all times.

Little wonder then that the Opera District should find its home there, next door to the Burj Khalifa and at the very heart of the city.

Since its official opening in August 2016, the Dubai Opera has drawn rave reviews, and continues to bring in packed audiences by the droves. Once the residences are ready, the district will truly take on a character of its own, setting the stage for Dubai’s cultural pre-eminence.