The Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theatre Festival, led by director Mazen Al-Gharbawi, has announced the opening of submissions for its 11th edition. The festival's management revealed that the participation form will be available on September 25, and the deadline for submissions is October 5. This edition features four main competitions: Best Show, Monodrama, Street Theatre and Non-Traditional Performance Spaces, and Children's and Youth Theatre.
The festival's management has outlined specific conditions for participation, including adherence to the designated performance space, priority given to shows with creative solutions in non-traditional spaces, provision of English subtitles, and submission of complete performance videos. Additionally, participating teams must adhere to approved lists and ensure at least three members attend morning events. The festival emphasizes that the participation form is not an official invitation but rather a request to participate.
To participate, teams must submit comprehensive files, including a show's biography, script, technical file, and a video recording of the performance. The maximum performance duration is 90 minutes for the Best Show competition and 60 minutes for other categories. The festival also requires that performances be suitable for young people's thoughts and culture, with priority given to directors and authors under 40 years old.
The Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theatre Festival is a prominent theatrical event aimed at young people, operating under the auspices of several Egyptian and international organizations. Since its inception in 2016, the festival has sought to foster cultural and artistic dialogue among young creators, encouraging avant-garde theatrical experiments and discovering new voices and visions in theatre.
The festival's 11th edition aims to continue this mission, providing a platform for young talents to showcase their work and engage with international peers. By offering a range of competitions and focusing on innovative performances, the festival seeks to solidify its position as a leading event in the global youth theatre scene.
The festival's management has emphasized that all conditions and details are outlined in the participation form, which serves as a guide for potential participants. By setting clear criteria and priorities, the festival aims to ensure a diverse and high-quality lineup of performances for its 11th edition.
As the deadline for submissions approaches, aspiring participants are encouraged to review the festival's guidelines and submit their applications. The Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theatre Festival continues to play a vital role in promoting youth theatre and fostering creative exchange between Egypt and the international community.
Key points
- The festival's 11th edition features four main competitions: Best Show, Monodrama, Street Theatre and Non-Traditional Performance Spaces, and Children's and Youth Theatre.
