Closing Ceremony of Dhofar International Theatre Festival Kicks Off in Presence of Ashraf Zaki
The closing ceremony of the second edition of the Dhofar International Theatre Festival kicked off a short while ago in the city of Salalah, Sultanate of Oman, in the presence of an elite group of theatre and art stars and creators from Egypt and the Arab world, led by artist Dr. Ashraf Zaki and actress Rogena.
Broad Artistic and Cultural Attendance
The closing ceremony was attended by Dr. Ayman El-Shewy, Head of the Theatre Sector; director Khaled Galal; artist and director Mazen El-Gharabawy; Dr. Engy El-Bestawy; critic Bassem Sadek; writer Walid Youssef; Mohsen Mansour; and Monther Rayahneh; alongside a number of artists, theatre practitioners, critics, and guests participating in the festival's activities.
Days Packed with Performances and Theatrical Competition
The closing activities followed days packed with performances and theatrical events, which saw the participation of a group of Arab and international experiences within the festival's diverse tracks, providing space for competition and celebrating theatrical works, alongside the special presence of Dhofar theatre, supporting the participation of local talents and highlighting the Omani theatre experience.
Widening Bridges of Communication Between Arab Theatre Practitioners
The second edition of the Dhofar International Theatre Festival pays special attention to expanding spheres of communication among theatre professionals from various countries through performances, seminars, workshops, and artistic meetings, reinforcing Salalah's presence as a destination for theatrical and cultural dialogue, and providing artists with an opportunity to exchange expertise and experiences.
Announcing Results and Honoring the Winners
The closing ceremony is scheduled to feature the announcement of competition results and the honoring of winners and participating troupes, alongside honoring several artists and theatrical figures whom the festival celebrates during its second edition.
High Patronage and the Conclusion of the Second Edition
The Dhofar International Theatre Festival is held under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar, concluding today the activities of its second edition, which brought together Arab and international theatrical participations in the city of Salalah.