13-05-2025
Rubu' Qarn Centre concludes digital theatre programme
The local phase featured two specialised workshops:
The first, focused on 'Mime Art', was led by theatre expert Fayeq Al-Humaisi from April 21 to 27. It centred on developing skills in physical expression and facial gestures.
The second workshop, held from May 4 to 9, explored 'Theatre Technology' and was conducted by Mr. Yi Yuping, Head of the Yinchuan Theatre Design Authority, and Professor Xu Qi, a specialist in theatre engineering and former Deputy Director of the Theatre Technology Department at the National Theatre of China.
The event was attended by several prominent figures from both artistic and institutional fields, including directors from the Rubu' Qarn Centre for Theatre and Performing Arts , Liu Yang – Director of the Chinese Cultural Centre in the UAE, and acclaimed Emirati actors Ahmed Al Jasmi and Mohammed Al Ameri. The event also featured a standout performance of the play 'Soft Hands', delivered by programme participants with remarkable creativity and energy, sparking enthusiasm and engagement among the audience.
In a special statement, artist Ahmed Al Jasmi said:
'The Digital Theatre Programme reflects Rubu' Qarn's vision of empowering youth and developing their artistic talents through modern technologies. The creativity and interaction we witnessed today demonstrate the importance of such initiatives in raising a generation that values the arts and their power to build bridges between cultures.'
This phase sets the stage for the international phase of the programme, which will take place in the People's Republic of China from 17 to 31 May. Participants will visit four prestigious academies in Yinchuan, Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou, where they will present the play 'Towards Fifty', a production that blends Emirati heritage with modern revival, using digital theatre technologies, smart lighting, multimedia, and outstanding performances.
