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وكالة الانباء الاردنية
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19 Hrsوكالة الانباء الاردنية
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The article discusses a cultural seminar held in Madaba titled "Madaba's Stones: Witnesses to the Birth of Jordanian Theatre." Organized by the Society of Christian Girls in cooperation with the Jordanian Writers Association, the event aimed to shed light on the history of theatre in Jordan and the importance of place in preserving cultural heritage. The seminar reviewed the beginnings of Jordanian theatre dating back to 1914, initiated by Father Anton Al-Hayh and the scholar Roks bin Zaid Al-Azizi, noting that the first Jordanian woman to perform on stage was Nabeh Roks bin Zaid Al-Azizi in 1954. It also covered key developments in theatre, such as the establishment of the University Theatre Company in 1963 and Yarmouk University in 1980, which contributed to shaping Jordan's artistic identity. Additionally, director Ali Al-Shawabkeh highlighted Madaba's creative figures in theatre, explaining that the city has produced around 50 artists who have made significant impacts on the Jordanian arts scene. The seminar aimed to document the history of Jordanian theatre and preserve its heritage, emphasizing the vital role of new generations in understanding these stages and benefiting from them to build a strong cultural and artistic future.
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