A partnership with Punchdrunk marks the company’s first MENA production as construction continues to advance.
Ras Al Khaimah: Wynn Al Marjan Island is introducing a new attraction at its upcoming Ras Al Khaimah resort — an immersive theatre experience developed by British theatre company Punchdrunk — as construction on the landmark project progresses towards its planned 2027 opening.
The resort has announced a partnership with Punchdrunk, the British theatre company best known for its long-running immersive production Sleep No More, marking its first production in the Middle East. Sleep No More is an award-winning immersive theatrical experience that reimagines Shakespeare’s Macbeth through a 1930s film noir setting.
The original show is set to debut when Wynn Al Marjan Island opens in 2027 and will be created exclusively for the resort. It will be directed by Punchdrunk founder and artistic director Felix Barrett in collaboration with Craig S. Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts.
The move underscores Wynn’s broader strategy of positioning entertainment as a core part of its resort experience, rather than a supplementary attraction.
The forthcoming theatre will offer guests two formats: a traditional seated performance, or a roaming immersive experience that allows audiences to move through different spaces and go behind the scenes of the production.
The theatre has been designed with Art Deco influences, drawing inspiration from Hollywood’s golden age and the glamour of 1970s Las Vegas, according to the resort.
Barrett said: “I’m thrilled that Punchdrunk is partnering with Craig S. Billings and his brilliant team at Wynn Resorts to create a brand-new show for the extraordinary new theatre at Wynn Al Marjan Island.”
“We hope the production will deliver a spectacular theatrical experience, both for audiences seeking world-class entertainment and for those in search of something truly unexpected.”
Billings said entertainment remains a central part of Wynn’s resort offering.
“With Punchdrunk, we are creating something entirely original for Wynn Al Marjan Island — a theatrical world that could only exist here,” he said.
Resort construction advances
The entertainment announcement comes as construction of Wynn Al Marjan Island continues to progress, with major infrastructure works taking shape ahead of the resort’s scheduled opening.
In February 2025, Wynn reported progress on the Wynn Bridge — a 548-metre link designed to connect the resort via Wynn Boulevard to the UAE’s wider road network, including the E311 and E611 highways.
At the time, piling works had been completed, nine of the bridge’s 10 column pile caps were installed, and overall construction had reached 48%, with completion targeted for late 2026.
The resort’s main tower has now reached 299 metres following structural completion up to the 71st-floor roof. Façade installation is also progressing, with 21,852 of 26,471 panels installed, representing 83% completion, according to the company.
Structural works across all 1,530 guest units — including rooms, suites, townhouses, and Marina Estates — have been completed, while interior fit-out work is ongoing.
The resort’s 2027 opening is expected to be one of the most significant additions to Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism pipeline, with Wynn positioning the development around a blend of luxury accommodation, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences.
