My First Ballet at Meyana Theatre, Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Watch beloved fairy tales come alive through graceful dance and enchanting music.

Discover the magic of ballet through two beloved fairy tales.

Step into the enchanting worlds of Tchaikovsky's The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker with My First Ballet, a stage experience designed to introduce children and their families to the art of ballet.

Audiences can enjoy highlights from both stories brought to life by professional soloists and corps de ballet dancers. Graceful performances, beautiful costumes and familiar orchestral music come together to create an engaging theatrical experience that celebrates the traditions of classical ballet.

The show unfolds across two 40-minute acts, separated by an intermission, giving younger audiences a welcoming way to discover live dance at their own pace.

Suitable for children aged 3 and above, My First Ballet invites parents, grandparents and little ones to share the wonder of a live classical performance.

Age limit & Language

Age limit: 3+ years and above Language: English

House policies:

• The event ticket must be produced to gain entry into the event. • The ticket is only valid for the specific date, time, and event shown. • F&B is allowed in the theatre only if purchased at the theatre bar. • The bar opens 1 hour before the performance. • Latecomers will be granted entry at the discretion of the duty manager. • Seats allocated at the time of booking are non-exchangeable and non-refundable.

Entry Policies:

• Recommended age policy: Ages 3 years and above require a ticket. • All event guests must agree with and abide by the following conditions. • Failure to do so will result in no entry to the event. • Strictly NO readmission. • No professional cameras, audio, or video recorders are allowed.

How to get there

By car: To reach your destination, take the Sheikh Zayed Rd, exit 39 towards Umm Suqeim St, take the D63 W/Umm Suqeim Rd ramp, and continue on Umm Suqeim St/D63 to your destination. By public transportation: Take bus 8 (Ibn Battuta Bus Stn) to the Wild Wadi 1 stop and take a short walk from there. By taxi: You can easily reach your destination by using a ride-hailing app or taxi.