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The UAE has an enthralling new destination for unconventional theatrical and sensory experiences as Street Diversions . Dubai’s newest immersive entertainment and dramatic dining destination – formally opens at Souk Madinat Jumeirah on December 16. Founded on the principles of diversity, inclusion and empowering the unconventional, Street Diversions’ unconventional al fresco venue, which has breathed new life into the open-air amphitheatre at its Souk Madinat Jumeirah home, marries a variety of sensory theatrical performances with high-quality Pan-Asian food, international beverage options, and an extensive shisha menu. With a full-time international cast of multidimensional performers from three continents delivering an ambitious daily performance schedule, Street Diversions’ shows include a variety of dance, song, and non-musical performances every 30 minutes from 5pm to 12.30am. Dance routines include contemporary, modern, street, break, Bhangra, salsa and abstract, while music shows range from rap, 1980s, and show tune classics, to Latin, pop and DJs sets.
Employing a strict ‘no repeats’ policy across its daily show schedule, the performance list is led by Street Diversions’ UAE-based entertainment and event industry innovators, Kayzar.Iam and Verou Poli, who perform live original songs inspired by the city every evening, including Dubai Hustler, Dubai La La La, Ce’ Ce’ Dubai, and more. To complement the variety-themed entertainment bill, Street Diversions boasts a diverse menu of Asia-inspired dishes including Korean Fried Chicken, Dynamite Shrimp and Crispy Calamari for starters, and Sweet & Sour Chicken, Chicken & Prawn Curry Laksa, Chicken Katsu, and Black Pepper Beef for mains. Desserts include Thai Mango Sticky Rice and Miso Chocolate Mousse.
Dinner can also wash down the sumptuous Pan-Asian fare with an extensive beverage menu including white, red, rose and sparkling grape varieties, draft and bottle hops, as well as dozens of classic and signature cocktails and mocktails. Shisha is central to the Street Diversions offering, with an eclectic menu ideal for guests to enjoy while they sit back and absorb stunning views overlooking Souk Madinat Jumeirah and the Burj Al Arab. Shisha options include an assortment of traditional Arabic, American, Russian, Indian and Premium category favourites, while beverage-infused options include Red Bull, hops and spirits. Street Diversions also counts the ‘world’s most luxurious shisha’ on its menu – a must-have for discerning shisha patrons.
“Inclusive, sensory, dramatic, theatrical and fun, Street Diversions is a unique concept in the truest sense of the word. We wanted to bring something to Dubai that hasn’t been done before. Our concept blurs the lines between entertainment and dining, with incredible performances in a range of artistic mediums taking place across the entire venue. Street Diversions offers an immersive entertainment experience at one of the city’s most well-known and best-loved destinations,” said Verou Poli, Founder of Street Diversions.
Street Diversions will continually update its live performance bill by injecting seasonal and celebratory themes into show routines, with the festive season serving as December’s inspiration. A vast array of daily deals and promotions for diners run between 4-7pm and 5-8pm, including a Sunday Industry night; Monday RnB night; Tuesday Cheese & Wine; Wednesday Ladies night; Thursday Gen Z Pop; Friday Arabian Doomsday; and Saturday Brunch. For discerning fashion lovers, Street Diversions is also rolling out signature merchandise and clothing. With branded t-shirts and hoodies currently on sale, caps and four-piece suits are due to coming online in coming months. Open daily from 12pm – 3am, Street Diversions is open now at Souk Madinat Jumeirah amphitheatre. Reservations can be made by calling 056 303 0380.
