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Leaders
06-04-2025
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Baha Exhibition Sails into Saudi Arabia's Maritime Legacy
A vibrant exhibition in Baha spotlighted Saudi Arabia's maritime traditions, cultural heritage, and environmental diversity through contemporary artworks. Organized alongside the Theater Tour initiative, the event drew large crowds, including residents and tourists, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The showcase featured 16 modern paintings inspired by Saudi landscapes, three photos highlighting agriculture and nature, and Arabic calligraphy pieces celebrating linguistic artistry. Attendees praised the display for weaving maritime themes—like fishing, boats, and sea chants—with Baha's mountainous identity and traditional crafts. Connecting Generations Through Culture Visitors explored historic fishing gear, pearl diving tools, and net-weaving demonstrations, linking youth to coastal communities' timeless practices. Craftsmen showcased natural diving equipment and manual net-making, reviving nostalgia for Saudi Arabia's seafaring past. The strong turnout underscored public enthusiasm for heritage-focused initiatives. The Theater and Performing Arts Commission's three-day 'Bahr' play captivated audiences in Baha, blending tales of sailors, pearl diving, and maritime traditions. Launched as part of a strategy to spread culture Kingdom-wide, the initiative now heads to Jubail (17–19 April), Dammam (24–26 April), and Al-Ahsa (1–3 May). By merging art, history, and performance, the events reinforce Saudi Arabia's commitment to preserving its legacy while fostering creative engagement across generations. Short link : Post Views: 14
Arab News
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Baha exhibition highlights Saudi maritime legacy
RIYADH: An exhibition in Baha celebrated Saudi Arabia's rich cultural and environmental heritage while showcasing its maritime traditions through diverse artworks. Accompanying the Theater Tour initiative in Baha, the exhibition saw a strong turnout from residents and visitors, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Those attending praised the exhibition's diverse artistic content, reflecting the Kingdom's cultural richness, especially its maritime heritage central to the project, as well as the mountainous and cultural identity of Baha. The event featured 16 paintings in contemporary styles inspired by the Saudi environment; three photographs capturing nature, agriculture, and harvest; and three Arabic calligraphy artworks highlighting the beauty and authenticity of scripts. The exhibition also showcased two key elements of national identity: the marine environment, symbolized by fishing, boats, and sea chants, and the natural landscapes and traditional crafts of Baha. The strong attendance reflected the growing interest in cultural initiatives that preserve heritage and strengthen ties between younger generations and the Kingdom's artistic legacy. Those attending also witnessed the craftsmanship behind fishing cages and nets and gained insight into the ancient profession of pearl diving, the SPA reported. Craftsmen demonstrated the use of natural tools in diving, and the manual weaving of fishing nets, offering a nostalgic connection to the past and the lives of coastal communities. Organized by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, the three-day Theater Tour initiative in Baha also attracted crowds to the award-winning play 'Bahr.' The initiative takes performances to cities, governorates and villages throughout the Kingdom, and the first phase features 'Bahr.' The production now moves to Jubail from April 17-19, Dammam (April 24-26), and Al-Ahsa (May 1-3). Inspired by maritime heritage, 'Bahr' explores the traditions of sailors' lives, particularly diving and pearl hunting. The production is part of the commission's strategy to promote culture across the Kingdom.
Arab News
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
‘Bahr' play brings maritime heritage to Baha in Theater Tour initiative
RIYADH: The three-day Theater Tour initiative ended on Saturday at the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Theater in Baha, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Organized by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, the event attracted a large audience for the award-winning play 'Bahr' (Sea). Inspired by maritime heritage, 'Bahr' explores the traditions of sailors' lives, particularly diving and pearl hunting. The production is part of the commission's strategy to promote culture across the Kingdom, according to the SPA. Nasser Al-Qasabi, chairman of the commission, thanked the governor of Baha for supporting the initiative and providing the resources for its launch in the region. The Theater Tour initiative brings exceptional performances to cities, governorates and villages throughout the Kingdom. The first phase features 'Bahr,' running from April 3 to May 3. The production debuted in Baha from April 3-5. It now moves to Jubail from April 17-19, Dammam from April 24-26 and concludes in Al-Ahsa from May 1-3. The project aims to raise awareness of theater, increase access to cultural services in underserved areas and support local theater groups. Written by Abdulrahman Al-Marikhi and directed by Sultan Al-Nawa, 'Bahr' has won several awards, including best actor, best script and best overall production at the Riyadh Theater Festival, as well as best musical effects and best director at the 19th Gulf Theater Festival.
Leaders
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
New Theatre Initiative to Tour Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Theater and Performing Arts Commission has launched the 'Theater Tour' initiative to encourage community engagement across the Kingdom, according to Arab News. The initiative seeks to spread extraordinary theatrical performances in the Kingdom's cities, governorates and villages. Set to begin on April 3 and run until May 3, the first phase will display the play 'Bahr' (Sea). At the beginning, the production will be displayed in Al-Baha at the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Theater in the Cultural Center from April 3-5. Then, the play will move to Jubail from April 17-19 at the Royal Commission's Conference Hall in Al-Fanateer. Consequently, Dammam will display the production from April 24-26 at the Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University Theater. The play will conclude in Al-Ahsa at the Society for Culture and Arts' Theater from May 1-3. As part of the commission's pivotal efforts to highlight the significance of the theater and performing arts sector, the initiative aims at providing marginalized communities with access to cultural services. Moreover, the project will further foster theatrical production and accelerate the cultural sector's contribution to the national gross domestic product. Related Topics: Golden Pen Diwaniyah Explores Saudi Popular Theatre Evolution The Gulf Theatre Festival Concludes its Activities in Riyadh Gulf Theatre Festival Concludes Third Day Short link :
Arab News
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
‘Theater Tour' initiative celebrates local culture across Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Theater and Performing Arts Commission launched the 'Theater Tour' initiative on Thursday to bring exceptional theatrical performances to cities, governorates and villages across the Kingdom. The project aims to promote the cultural and performing arts scene while encouraging community engagement, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The first phase begins with the play 'Bahr' (Sea), running from April 3 to May 3, the SPA added. The production will debut in Baha from April 3-5 at the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Theater in the Cultural Center, before moving to Jubail from April 17-19 at the Royal Commission's Conference Hall in Al-Fanateer. It will then continue in Dammam from April 24-26 at the Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University Theater, and conclude in Al-Ahsa from May 1-3 at the Society for Culture and Arts' Theater. The project is part of the commission's broader efforts to raise awareness of the theater and performing arts sector, while ensuring that cultural services are accessible in underserved areas and to marginalized communities, according to the SPA. It also aims to support local theater groups, boost theatrical production and strengthen the cultural sector's contribution to the national gross domestic product. Additionally, the initiative fosters investment opportunities and serves as a platform for discovering and nurturing emerging talent, the SPA reported. The play 'Bahr,' written by Abdulrahman Al-Marikhi and directed by Sultan Al-Nawa, has received critical acclaim, winning several prestigious awards, including for best actor, best script, and best overall production at the inaugural Riyadh Theater Festival, as well as best musical effects and best director at the 19th Gulf Theater Festival.
