Ahmad 
The city of El Oued, southeastern Algeria, was proud to organize the International Women’s Monodrama Festival, one of the most important cultural events in the Arab region.
The third edition of the festival was organized by the Star Dramatic Arts Association under the theme “Monodrama and World Cultural Heritage”, which witnessed the participation of artists, critics, and academics from several countries, including Iraq, Tunisia, Libya, Syria, Kuwait, Denmark, and the United States of America.
Tunisian show “Psychosis 4:48”, directed by Moez Hamza, won first prize, while the Boudra Association for Theatre in Eggs in Algeria won second prize for the SDR performance performed by actress Taheri Fatiha and directed by Ahmed Hicham Kandi.
The festival’s cultural events witnessed distinctive performances, after which it received a critical discussion at the House of Culture Mohammed Al-Amin Al-Amoudi in the valley, which contributed to enhancing understanding and appreciation of the works on display.
Five training workshops were also held for young people interested in monodrama, covering the fields of dramatic writing, theater directing, acting, physical expression, and street theater, with the aim of developing their skills and enhancing their role as future creators in the field of theatrical arts.
Resumption of train trips between Tunis and Annaba after a hiatus of years