{
  "id": 17271001,
  "title": "Inside Guy Manoukian's Venus, the dazzling new show at The Theatre Dubai",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/inside-guy-manoukians-venus-the-dazzling-new-show-at-the-theatre-dubai-17271001",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T18:03:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/2026/10/30/the-theater-dubai-review-fairmont-guy-manoukian/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Guy Manoukian's latest production, Venus, has taken The Theatre Dubai by storm. Opening on the theatre's fifth anniversary, the show features live singers, aerial acrobatics, and dancing, all set against a backdrop reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour and film noir. The dinner and cabaret show blend Japanese and Mediterranean flavors with a pop music soundtrack, delighting guests with a memorable culinary experience. The highlight of the evening is the performance by multi-talented musician Guy Manoukian, who brings his unique fusion of Oriental, Middle Eastern, and Armenian music to the stage. As the party continues well into the night, with a DJ set and sparklers, attendees leave with a newfound appreciation for the power of restraint and anticipation, all while dancing to their favorite tunes.",
  "summary": "There’s a scene in season two of the comedy 30 Rock when the main character, Liz Lemon, is asked out on a date. “So, I’ll pick you up around 10?” her would-be suitor asks. To which she responds: “At night?!” I admit to channelling Lemon’s incredulity when I was invited to the opening night of Venus , the new show at The Theatre Dubai, with the performance starting at 10.30pm. I’ve lived in the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}