Children engage with ‘The Secret of the Blue Fareej’

The play is set in a traditional old neighbourhood where people live in harmony, cooperation and mutual support. This peaceful life is disrupted by an evil witch who plots to destroy the community for her own selfish ambitions. Through deceit and manipulation, she lures the residents into danger.

When the neighbourhood falls into her trap, a young boy named Hamood steps forward to confront the witch. With careful planning and the support of the community, he defeats her and saves the neighbourhood. The story highlights collective strength, dignity, and the refusal to submit to injustice.

Clear messages for young audiences

The performance successfully delivered its messages to young viewers, emphasising the importance of unity, shared decision-making, and standing together against evil. It also reinforced the idea that dark and destructive forces are destined to fade, while knowledge and learning remain essential to the progress and development of societies.

Technology and visual storytelling

The director made effective use of technology by replacing traditional scenery with a large projection screen that displayed images, videos and visual effects. This approach created a lively, colourful atmosphere that children responded to enthusiastically. The screen also enabled smooth scene changes without blackout transitions, helping young audiences follow the story’s development clearly.

The use of projections enhanced the harmony between music, expressive dance and group movement, strengthening the connection between the stage and the children in the audience. Traditional chants and songs further distinguished the performance, bringing the story and its moral and educational messages closer to children’s hearts.

Creative team

The music was composed by Abdullah Aqeel, the lighting designed by Radwan Al Nouri, the costumes by Milana Rasul, and the make-up by Moshjan. The ensemble performances, with choreography by Mario Emad, featured Saleh Al Blooshi, Mohammed Al Saadi, Ishaq Al Blooshi, Mohammed Al Maas, Yousuf Al Blooshi and Khaled Al Blooshi.