Fayrouz's internationally acclaimed show to be staged in City Hall, Sharjah

Sharjah, 12th April 2008 - STG( Sharjah Theatres Group) has today announced that it will host Fayrouz, the legendary Arabic performer, to star in the internationally renowned show 'Sah el Nawm'. The musical play will be staged from 2nd to 6th May in Sharjah's flag-ship venue, University City Hall, and is expected to sell-out on all nights.  STG brings the show to exclusively to Sharjah the only UAE destination that it will play, fresh from successful performances in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan; all of which sold out in record time.

One of the world's greatest singing legends, Fayrouz is adored and revered in the Arab world and far beyond.  Fayrouz who cuts a commanding presence on stage, has forged a highly-successful career and gained unique standing as a heroine in this region and an inspiration for generations. 

Lori Dorman, Director of Performing Arts, STG said; "We are honoured and absolutely delighted to bring Sah el Nawm and Fayrouz to Sharjah and the UAE.   For a performer of such stellar distinction as Fayrouz to debut her show in the flagship of our Group of 7 theatres is a great reminder of Sharjah's long-held position as the cultural core of the Emirates.  STG is delighted to invite music and theatre  lovers from all over the UAE and the region to come to Sharjah to enjoy this show".

Sah el Nawm which is written by the Rahbani Brothers, was first performed in 1970 and continues to hold popular appeal due to the supreme talent of Fayrouz. This recent production has played to audiences of over 20,000 in Lebanon (in three performances), over 9,000 in Amman (two performances) and 11,000 in Damascus.  All performances sold out in record time, a testament to Fayrouz's continued appeal and place in the regions heart.

During her illustrious career, Fayrouz has performed all across the globe.  Fayrouz possesses an astonishing repertoire of around 1500 songs of which over 800 have been released recording sales of over 80 million worldwide.  To date Fayrouz has yielded record-breaking performances month after month, year after year and continues to do so.

For STG which was formed in November 2007, Sah el Nawm is one of many productions of high acclaim and artistic merit that they plan to premier throughout Sharjah. STG's aim is to utilize the performing arts to affirm Sharjah's position as the region's cultural epicenter, an honour bestowed upon it by UNESCO, who awarded it the title of Cultural Capital of the UAE. Tickets for Sah el Nawm and Fayrouz are available from Showbizme:  Tel: +971 4 366 2277  Fax:  +971 4 375 9200  www.showbizme.com

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About STG
The Sharjah Theatres Group (STG)was formed by Royal Decree in November 2007 and  is responsible for managing  7 of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah,  theatres throughout The Emirate of Sharjah. His aim is for Sharjah to realise the honour bestowed upon it by UNESCO, who awarded it the title of CULTURAL CAPITAL OF THE UAE, making it the regions cultural heart by enriching and perpetuating the artistic spirit of a generation.

STG will be premiering performing arts of international standard and quality at its eighteen hundred seat flag-ship venue University City Hall, and at The Cultural Palace and Sharjah Institute of Theatrical Arts.  As well as acting as production and tour producer for companies from around the world, STG will bring an unmatched roster of high quality and diverse programme of the performing arts throughout the region.

STG's theatres are:        
Sharjah: University City Hall, The Cultural Palace, Sharjah Institute of Theatrical Arts
Central Region: Al Dhaid. Cultural Centre,
East Coast: Dibba al Hisn Culture Centre, Kalba Cultural Centre, Khor Fakkan Cultural Centre.

For more information please contact:
Nana-Serwa Mancell 
Grass Roots Middle East
Tel: 04 321 5822
Mobile: 050 878 9667
Email: nana.mancell@grassroots.ae

Press Release 2008