Dubai’s Russian theatre calendar adds a twisty whodunit on Sunday, March 8, 2026, when “8 Loving Women” takes the stage at Dubai Performing Arts Academy. The venue address listed for the performance is 5 E6 Street, Jumeirah Park, Dubai, and the doors open at 19:30 with the show starting at 20:00. For venue enquiries, you can try +971 56 173 7545 (WhatsApp) or +971 4 424 5195, and tickets typically start at approximately 160 AED. The performance runs about 130 minutes with one intermission, so it fits neatly into a Sunday night plan.
A whodunit with sharp comedy
This production leans into that delicious “locked-house” tension, where a comfortable family setting turns suspicious fast. You get secrets, shifting alliances, and a rising sense that every polite conversation hides something sharper underneath. If you enjoy detective stories that stay playful while still feeling tense, this one lands well. It’s also a strong choice for mixed groups because the plot gives everyone something to argue about on the drive home (couples, friends, solo).
Robert Thomas and the legacy of Eight Women
The story comes from French playwright Robert Thomas, whose “Huit Femmes” became widely known beyond the stage through later adaptations. Many theatre fans also recognise the premise from François Ozon’s 2002 film “8 Women,” which drew on the same original play and helped cement the story’s modern reputation. That legacy matters because it explains why the plot still feels fresh: it balances classic mystery mechanics with character-driven reveals. Even if you know the concept, the fun comes from how each woman’s version of events collides in real time.
Language and seating experience
The show runs in Russian with English subtitles, which makes it accessible even if you only catch the emotional beats and key lines. Age guidance is 12+, and the listed runtime is about 2 hours and 10 minutes, with one intermission built in. Ticketing commonly appears in tiers, with options shown from approximately 160 AED up to around 300 AED, and the seating is presented as unreserved by category, so arriving earlier can genuinely improve where you sit. If you want the simplest plan, aim for an earlier tier and arrive close to doors; if you prefer comfort, the higher tiers can be a calmer choice for longer dialogue-heavy scenes (family-friendly for teens, better for adults who like theatre).
Getting there from across the UAE
Most visitors will find it easiest by car or taxi, and listings commonly note that drivers generally recognise Dubai Performing Arts Academy as a destination. The venue is associated with the Jumeirah Park area, and some event directions reference routing via The Lakes area on the way in, so using your map app matters more than relying on neighbourhood names. If you plan public transport, the closest practical approach is usually Metro to a nearby station such as DMCC or Discovery Gardens, then a short taxi hop into Jumeirah Park. Expect limited convenient public transport at the final stretch, so budget extra time for that last connection. For Abu Dhabi visitors, a comfortable plan is to leave mid-afternoon to avoid the sharpest Dubai-bound traffic; for Sharjah and Ajman, try to avoid the busiest early-evening window on main arterials.
Sunday evening practical notes
Dubai’s forecast for Sunday, March 8, 2026, looks sunny, with temperatures around 23°C daytime and about 16°C at night, so a light layer helps once you step out after the show. Plan for slower traffic into Jumeirah Park close to showtime, and treat nearby parking as limited, especially if many guests arrive close to 19:30. Ticket prices and door policies can change, so treat all amounts as approximately and re-check before you go; for the most reliable ticketing route, use PLATINUMLIST, and for ticket support you can also try WhatsApp +971 50 140 8768 when needed. Arrive before doors open if you want the best unreserved seating flow. For ongoing Dubai event updates written in a practical style, the editor notes and calendars on www.few.ae often help people plan the week more smoothly.