- Theater and Performing Arts Commission CEO Sultan Al-Bazei, who is leading the Kingdom’s delegation, was presented with an honorary shield by the festival organizers
RIYADH: The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir performed in a musical evening to remember on Amman’s Abdali Boulevard as part of the 37th Jerash Festival in Jordan.
Saudi actors, musicians, photographers, and heritage experts will represent Kingdom and showcase its artistic cultural traditions at the festival, which runs from July 26 to Aug. 5, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.
The Kingdom’s ambassador to Jordan, Naif bin Bandar Al-Sudairi, attended the performances, which included a selection of folk songs and captivating solo performances by Saudi singers.
Women’s and men’s teams, accompanied by the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir, also performed traditional dances such as Al-Samri, Al-Khatwa, Al-Khubaiti and Al-Yanbaawi. The captivating displays received high praise from the Jordanian audience.
Theater and Performing Arts Commission CEO Sultan Al-Bazei, who is leading the Kingdom’s delegation, was presented with an honorary shield by the festival organizers. The special recognition honored the Saudi performers who are taking part in the event.
The Kingdom’s performances at the festival are part of the Ministry of Culture’s mission to promote Saudi culture at regional and international events, as well as fulfill the goals of Vision 2030 by promoting cultural exchange.
