The famous circus will return to Dubai between March 5 and April 5 2009 with evening performances every day except Monday and matinee shows on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Ticket prices range from 180 to 1,000 AED and can be purchased by calling 800 CIRQUE (800 247783).

In 2011 Cirque du Soleil will take up permanent residence on the Palm Jumeirah.

The Canadian-based circus will perform their popular show Alegria at the Ibn Battuta Mall from March 5 to April 9 2009. Ticketing information will be released at the beginning of December.

In 2011 the Cirque du Soleil will take up permanent residence at a purpose-built theatre on the Palm Jumeirah.