SPL concludes centennial celebrations with performance, workshops

January 08, 2026 / 2:18 PM

Sharjah24: Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) concluded its year-long centennial celebrations with a theatrical performance in the Heart of Sharjah and a series of creative workshops at Kshisha Park in Al Rahmaniyah. Held under the theme “The Aesthetics of Literary Image and Sound”, the closing events highlighted reading, creativity and the role of libraries in fostering a knowledge-based society.

At the Heart of Sharjah, SPL organised a puppet theatre performance for children aged six to 13, in collaboration with Rubu’ Qarn for Theatre and Performing Arts. The performance took young audiences on a journey through the history of Sharjah Public Libraries, from early printed books to today’s digital services, emphasising the importance of cultural heritage and identity. A hands-on puppet-making workshop followed the show, allowing children to explore their creativity through practical engagement.

Visual interpretations of literature

At Kshisha Park, SPL hosted two workshops on translating literature into visual expression. In collaboration with Shurooq, a photography workshop introduced children to visual storytelling inspired by texts. Another workshop, organised with FUNN, encouraged participants to transform stories into visual compositions using nature-inspired materials.