La Perle by Dragone Show

Overview

Staged in a state-of-the-art, custom-built theater in Dubai’s Al Habtoor City, La Perle by Dragone is the city’s first permanent resident show, offering visitors a breathtaking experience that merges water and technology, going beyond traditional theater. Created by the world-renowned artistic director Franco Dragone, this show provides a comprehensive service featuring a cast of 65 world-class artists who perform gravity-defying acrobatics, daring aquatic and aerial feats, and stunning visual effects.

The most distinctive feature of La Perle is its revolutionary “aqua-stage,” which can flood with water and drain in a matter of seconds. This dynamic stage is at the center of the show, allowing performers to showcase their talents both on land and in water. The stage can suddenly transform into a 12-meter-deep pool or have waterfalls and rain cascade down upon it. The theater’s 270-degree seating arrangement gives each of the 1,300 audience members a different and intimate view of the stage, making everyone feel like part of the action.

The show itself takes the audience on a dreamlike and fantastical journey inspired by Dubai’s pearl diving past. Instead of a clear dialogue or linear narrative, La Perle tells its story through a visual language, exploring universal themes like love, loss, and longing. The performance is filled with a variety of thrilling scenes, including dizzying 25-meter high dives into the pool, elegant aerial displays on silks and trapezes, synchronized underwater performances, and even motorcyclists spinning inside a “Globe of Death.” The incredible skills of the artists, combined with state-of-the-art projections, lighting, and an immersive sound design, create an unforgettable visual spectacle.

La Perle by Dragone is not just a show but a holistic artistic service that appeals to the senses. Every performance is filled with moments where artists push their physical limits, intertwining risk and beauty. This seamless 90-minute show, performed without an intermission, keeps the audience on the edge of their seats from start to finish. With its innovative approach to entertainment and world-class quality, this unique production stands out as a must-see experience for both residents and tourists in Dubai.