Sharjah 24: In a dazzling celebration of music, art and melody, the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, the new art and cultural destination in the UAE and the Roman architectural masterpiece with the Islamic character, hosted the first concert of the Hala Khorfakkan season headlined by two of the biggest Arab and Gulf superstars, Abdullah Al-Ruwaished from Kuwait and Assala Nasri of Syria on Friday.
Assala brought the evening to life with her strong and sensuous vocals and beautiful blend of feelings and fervor with thousands of music lovers cheering her. The Syrian diva presented such widely popular and loved songs as "I Miss You", "Bint Akbar", "Punishment", "Love Me", and "That Stupid," “I used to care”, and 'my soul, my soul'.
Asala made her audience join her as she sang "I hear the echo of your voice", from the poems of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, which she sang for the first time in 1991. The song became an instant hit across the Arab world and it marks the beginning of her fantastic journey in the region.
Al Ruwaished, known as the ambassador of the Gulf song, treated his thousands of fans to some of the choicest songs from his rich repertoire that have immortalised his name in the annals of Arab and Gulf music.
The Kuwaiti legend interacted constantly with the audience treating them to such iconic songs as "Dunia Al-Wala", "Uwaishek" and "Hijratak", and “Imagine, so-and-so,” and “follow my heart” etc.
Al-Ruwaished cast a spell on his UAE fans by performing the song “Four of the Poplars” from the poems of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE.
He repeatedly received rapturous applause from his audience at the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, as he created an incredibly magical experience with his deft use of poetry, melody and musical instruments.
The "Hala Khorfakkan" season seeks to further bolster the cultural and artistic profile of the Emirate of Sharjah by hosting the leading Arab, Gulf and international artists for the audiences in Sharjah and the UAE.
Precautionary measures
The organisers, Sharjah Government Media Bureau, have emphasised that strict preventive health measures have been put in place against the Covid-19. In addition to ensuring safe seating observing social distancing and sanitation, a negative report on the Al Hosn mobile app is necessary as part of the green traffic system in order to maintain the public safety.
The Khorfakkan Amphitheatre is set to host another memorable concert on November 18 hosting superstar Nawal Al Kuwaitia, popular as Gulf Guitar. Tickets can be booked on booking website, platinumlist.net.
The Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, an architectural wonder built in December 2020 as a gateway to art, culture, creativity, music and theatre arts, aims to provide an integrated experience, featuring a wide range of artistic and cultural events and activities, film shows, concerts and theatrical performances.
The one of its kind facility seeks to be a world-class destination for classical and contemporary arts, and to cater to all members of society. It is built on an area of 80,000 square feet, and can accommodate around 3,600 spectators. Combining the best of Roman architectural design and Islamic civilisational heritage, the Amphitheatre is an exceptional landmark and icon, overlooking the Khorfakkan beach from its location in the heart of the Said Mountains. Next to the Cave Waterfall, it has emerged as an attraction and destination for both residents and tourists.
A well-established imprint in design and organisation, the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre is managed by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau.
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