Launch of 8th edition of Dibba Al Hisn Duo Theatre Festival

Sharjah24: The 8th edition of the Dibba Al Hisn Duo Theatre Festival launched on Friday. The event will continue until May 27. Aisha Al Hosani, General Coordinator of the 8th edition of Dibba Al Hisn Duo Theatre Festival, revealed that five countries are participating in the festival’s performances.

Opening Ceremony Held

In the presence of His Excellency Abdullah Al Owais, Chairman of the Department of Culture in the Government of Sharjah, the department organised the opening ceremony at the Dibba Al-Hisn Cultural Centre on Friday.

International Participation Confirmed

The Festival's general organiser, Aisha Al Hosani, revealed that five nations, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Egypt, Syria, and Morocco, will be participating in this year's event. It includes dozens of authors, performers, directors, reviewers, and theater groups.

Daily Performances Planned

Speaking to “Sharjah24” Al Hosani noted that the festival includes various theatrical performances staged daily at the Dibba Al-Hisn Cultural Center Theatre, along with specialised workshops on school theatre and practical discussion sessions for the plays.

Cultural Program Featured

A prestigious group of Arab theater artists, critics, and scholars are participating in the 20th Sharjah Forum for Arab Theatre, which is also being hosted under the topic "Theatre and Life" as part of the festival's cultural program.