(Dubai) – The seventh edition of the Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre, a first-of-its-kind initiative by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), aimed at nurturing and promoting Emirati and UAE-based theatre talent, is set to flag off on October 19 at the Dubai Cultural and Scientific Association.
Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture, the Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre will once again shine the light on the city’s established and emerging theatric talent, serving as the ultimate platform to elevate the performing arts.
In addition to showcasing the burgeoning theatre industry, Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre will once again open its doors to a wider audience by providing simultaneous translations of all the selected plays, giving them an inherent understanding of this region’s intricate art form.
The entries will be evaluated by the Festival’s Selection and Supervision Committee, comprising veterans from the industry and representatives of Dubai Culture.