“Ya Zain” enriches 9th Sharjah Desert Theatre Festival

The event was attended by His Excellency Abdullah Al Owais, Chairman of the Department of Culture, along with a number of figures interested in cultural and theatrical affairs. The cast included Ali Alian, Ghada Abbasi, Hani Al Khaldi, Rasmia Abdo, Karam Al Zawahreh, Rahaf Al Rahbi, Najm Al Zawahreh, Nagham Batarseh and Rawan Thalji. Music was composed by Murad Damarjian, while lighting design was by Mohammed Marashdeh.

Harmony and integration of theatrical elements

The critical discussion held after the performance, during which Dr Abdul Karim Jawad from the Sultanate of Oman spoke, praised the harmony and integration of the production’s elements, describing the performance as enjoyable.

Exploring the richness of the Jordanian Badia

For his part, the director of the production noted that the desert theatre experience contributed to uncovering the richness of the Jordanian Badia and reviving many colloquial terms and expressions that have faded from everyday use.

Honouring the Jordanian troupe

Ahmed Bourhima, Director of the Theatre Department and Festival Director, honoured Dr Abdul Karim Jawad, along with the Jordanian performing troupe.