It’s almost showtime, and Yas Island is about to get delightfully haunted. In just ten days, Broadway’s cult sensation Beetlejuice The Musical will take over Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, bringing its electric mix of dark humour, chaos, and heart to the Middle East for the very first time.
Running for a strictly limited 10-day engagement from 20–30 November 2025, the production is set to be one of the most exhilarating theatrical events of the year. Starring Broadway favourite Andy Karl in the title role, the show promises high-octane comedy, stunning visuals, and a theatrical experience that’s as mischievous as it is moving.
Based on Tim Burton’s beloved 1988 film, Beetlejuice The Musical transforms the cult classic into a full-blown stage spectacle, a production that turns gothic fantasy into razor-sharp wit and show-stopping musical numbers. Since its debut on Broadway, the show has developed a global following, becoming one of theatre’s most talked-about success stories, and now, it’s bringing its charm to Abu Dhabi.
For UAE audiences, it’s a rare chance to witness a Broadway-scale production in the capital. Andy Karl, known for roles in Wicked, Moulin Rouge!, Groundhog Day, and Rocky The Musical, takes on Beetlejuice’s infamous striped suit, balancing outrageous comedy with surprising emotional depth.
The production is renowned for its explosive design, think optical illusions, ghoulish lighting, and inventive sets that shift and shimmer between the afterlife and the absurd. Combined with a soundtrack that’s equal parts rock, jazz, and theatrical flair, it’s a show that thrives on spectacle and surprise.
But what makes Beetlejuice stand out is its spirit, irreverent, chaotic, and impossible to predict. It breaks the fourth wall, engages directly with the audience, and never takes itself too seriously. Every performance feels alive, and it’s a theatre show that makes you laugh, gasp, and lean forward all at once.
Tickets start at AED 149, with an exclusive 15{68ed13eea30464b7e29e2c383bc283d93f414c8f46d51f1f29d8d544faeeaeb9} discount available on two-ticket bundles across most seating categories. Given the limited ten-show run, organisers are expecting full houses throughout the week, with premium weekend shows in especially high demand. Tickets are available now through etihadarena.ae and platinumlist.net.
Ticket Prices:
Weekdays (Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday)
Bronze: AED 145 | Silver: AED 245 | Gold: AED 295 | Emerald: AED 395 | Diamond: AED 445 | Platinum: AED 545 | VIP: AED 890 | Royal: AED 990
Weekends (Friday and Saturday)
Bronze: AED 245 | Silver: AED 345 | Gold: AED 395 | Emerald: AED 495 | Diamond: AED 545 | Platinum: AED 645 | VIP: AED 990 | Royal: AED 1,090
