The Awakening of Winter – Circus Students’ Annual Performance

Watch young circus stars take flight as circus, aerial arts, acrobatics and dance bring a magical winter world to life

Where young dreams take centre stage and the magic of winter comes alive.

Dubai Circus School presents The Awakening of Winter, a spectacular annual student performance celebrating the talent, courage, creativity, and dedication of its young performers.

Step into a magical winter-inspired circus world as students take to the stage for an enchanting journey through circus, aerial arts, acrobatics, dance, music, and captivating performances.

But this is more than a student showcase. Young performers will share the stage with professional circus and performing artists, bringing emerging talent and professional artistry together in a special festive production.

Through breathtaking acts, beautiful choreography, music, and dance, the stage transforms into a winter world where every performance has a story and every young performer has a moment to shine.

For parents, families, and circus lovers, it’s a chance to see how far these young performers have come, celebrate their achievements, and share in the excitement of seeing them perform under the lights.

Bring the family, take your seats, and step into a winter world where young talent takes flight.

Event Rules

Starting from AED 140, with options up to AED 170 • Minimum age: 3 years. • Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. • All adults and children must hold a valid ticket to enter. • No refunds or exchanges. • Seats are allocated in every category. • Doors open 30 minutes before the performance begins. • The ticket is only valid for the specific date, time, and show. • Food and beverages are not allowed in the theatre. • Seats allocated at the time of booking are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. • No professional cameras.

What is Dubai Circus School about?

Dubai Circus School is devoted to serving communities offering circus arts to children and adults in a recreational way on a professional level. It's a place that challenges and inspires through art, creativity, physical skills and empowerment. The school believes that minds and souls need nurturing as much as physical fitness. Dubai Circus School provides circus arts based activities including aerial and acrobatic arts such as aerial silks, hoop, hammock, trapeze, juggling, trampoline, ground acrobatics, handstands, walking ball, stilts, hula hoop, and parkour. Circus arts empower children, youth and adults in promoting a fit and healthy lifestyle building confidence and self-esteem while creating positive social relationships through cooperation and trust.

Is The Awakening of Winter suitable for all ages?

Absolutely! The Awakening of Winter is a celebration performed by our students and artists designed to delight audiences of all ages. A circus experience for parents, families, friends and circus lovers.

What is the inspiration behind The Awakening of Winter?

At its heart, The Awakening of Winter celebrates the belief that nothing is impossible. Inspired by the power of circus and the performing arts, it is a celebration of empowerment, courage, creativity, community, connection and fantasy. Our students will also share the stage with professional artists, creating a meaningful exchange of inspiration and experience; one generation inspiring the next to dream bigger and believe in their artistic potential.

How to get there

By car: Take Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) towards Dubai and exit at interchange 5. Merge onto Umm Suqeim Road (D63) and follow the signs to Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Once inside the Madinat Jumeirah complex, follow the internal roads to the parking areas near the souk. By public transportation: Take the Dubai Metro to the Mall of the Emirates station. From there, you can take a taxi or use a ride-sharing service for a short distance to the entrance of Souk Madinat Jumeirah. By taxi: You can also take a taxi or request a ride-hailing service to Madinat Jumeirah complex, from anywhere in Dubai. It is a famous destination and most drivers will be familiar with the location.