His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Supreme President of the Arab Theatre Authority (ATA) stressed the importance of exerting more efforts from all playwrights and specialists, ensuring the advancement of the Arab theater in general, as it represents a symbol of preserving identity, language, and the authenticity of society, ensuring to pass it down to new generations.

During the meeting, which was held on Wednesday morning at Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre (Dara), His Highness met with the Secretary-General and members of the Board of Trustees of the Arab Theatre Authority, welcoming the attendees from different Arab countries. He has highlighted Sharjah’s cultural role in bringing together several intellectuals, Arab creators, playwrights, and those interested in culture, arts and literature, contributing in spreading the spirit of mutual love and cooperation.

During the meeting, His Highness discussed the importance of promoting the role of school theater in all Arab countries, shedding light on its significance in transmitting Arab culture to the new generations. He affirmed that the theater exists in the Arab heritage, and has a long history in the societies.

Speaking about working on a new project related to the theatre in African countries on the desert strip, especially those countries interested in the Arabic language, culture and Arab heritage, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah emphasised that it reflects the development of theatre there, stressing the importance of providing all forms of care to enhance the theatre in those societies.