Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour
Date: 30 December - 14 February 2014
Venue: Dubai International Convention Centre - Dubai World Trade Centre

Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop through a riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy. No stranger to the Middle East, Cirque du Soleil is a leading Québec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment that has brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more than 300 cities in over 40 countries on six continents.

The 7 Sopranos Show
Date: 02 January - 11 January 2014
Venue: The Walk - Jumeirah Beach Residence

The 7 Sopranos are Australia's most exciting young operatic and cross over voices who enthrall fans with their favourite opera and music classics from around the world. With stunning voices, looks and high glamour, and above all a strong sense of entertainment, the 7 Sopranos have become a hit with music lovers of all genres around the world. The 7 Sopranos is the brainchild of acclaimed soprano Tarita Botsman. They will perform three times a day from 2-11 January with each show lasting 30 minutes.

Teletubbies Live Show
Date: 02 January - 11 January 2014
Venue: Burjuman

This internationally well-known and popular children's series will be coming to town, as one of Dubai Shopping Festival' character shows this year, and children will enjoy dancing and singing with the famous characters - Laa-Laa, Tinky Winky, Dipsy and Po.

Russian Seasons in Dubai- Valeriy Meladze
Date: 06 January - 07 January 2014
Venue: Burj Al Arab Hotel

Valeriy Shotayevich Meladze is a Russian singer, with a Georgian descent who has been in the music insudstry since the mid 90's. He works with his brother Konstantine Meladze who is a producer and composer and also writes songs for Valeriy. Valeriy Meladze is a meritorious artist of Russia as well as the People's artist of Chechnya and together with his brother founded the Ukranian-Russian pop group known as Nu Virgos which has also seen considerable success nation-wide.

Ballet Gala - Performed by Soloists from the Paris Opera
Date: 09 January - 11 January 2014
Venue: Madinat Jumeira

The Madinat Theatre brings in the New Year with an elegant performance from the Paris Opera Ballet. Considered as one of the world's best opera companies, The Paris Opera Ballet have performed the great classics of old times and also worked on award-winning contemporary pieces and are now coming to Dubai for their inaugural show at the Madinat Theatre. The first show is a VIP only, black tie event while the remaining shows are at 8pm Friday the 10th and 2pm and 7pm on Saturday the 11th. Tickets are available at Time Out Tickets and the Madinat Box office.

Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
Date: 09 January – 18 January 2014
Venue: Mirdiff City Center

This Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), visiting Deira & Mirdif City Centre will take children on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole, and into the fantasy world of 'Alice in Wonderland'. For the first time in the region, Alice and her peculiar friends including The ‘Mad’ Hatter, The Cheshire Cat and the Queen of Hearts will bring their Tea Party to City Centre malls, with interactive musical stage shows that will capture the hearts and imaginations of children.

The journey to Wonderland starts on January 9th – 18th at Mirdif City Centre as Alice in Wonderland’s Tea Party takes the stage for 10 days of music, dance and endless fun with three, 20-minute shows daily. The Central Galleria will transform into a fairy tale-like setting, befit for even the Queen of Hearts, as Alice and her band of friends stumble across adventure at their tea party. Following 10 days of ‘Hatter Madness’ at Mirdif City Centre, Alice in Wonderland''s adventures will travel to Deira City Centre from January 21st-30th for 10 more days at the West Court, with two shows daily and additional interactive elements such as character Meet & Greets, themed Arts & Crafts and Games. Finally, a number of lucky children will be special guests at an exclusive Tea Party, complete with sing-a-long shows, games and treats for kids and parents.

Shaabiat Al Cartoon Show
Date: 09 January – 10 January 2014
Venue: Al Seef Street

The animated series Shaabiat Al Cartoon has attracted a lot of fans, and with good reason. The popularity of the programme, screened nightly on Dubai's youth-oriented Sama Dubai channel, has overtaken big-budget drama serials to become one of the most-watched Emirati productions since its television debut in 2006. Shaabiat, a word that means "rural neighbourhood" in Arabic, follows the lives of a group of families and individuals living in a small Dubai neighbourhood. There are 24 characters from countries throughout Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.

The Smurfs Live on Stage at Reef Mall
Date: 09 January – 18 January 2014
Venue: Reef Mall Deira

This DSF, enter a world of fun with the Smurfs. Watch Papa Smurf and Clumsy on stage as they smurf up your day with lots of singing, dancing, laughter and fun. All that paired with amazing shopping deals.

DSF Music Nights with Mohammed Abdo
Date: 09 January 2014
Venue: Burj Park

Make sure you do not miss the DSF Music Nights concerts that will feature some of the popular artistes and entertainers in the Arab world. Held at the Burj Park in collaboration with Rotana, the shows feature Fares Karam and Hatem Al Iraqi on 2 January, renowned Saudi singer Mohammed Abdo on 9 January and Saudi star Rabeh Saqer and Diana Haddad on 16 January.