Emirati Theater: Circus of the Forest

The play resonates with the needs of children in the UAE, as highlighted by child surveys, through the following:

Enhancing Imagination and Adventure: The story is rich with magical elements, transformations, and talking animals, enriching a child’s imagination and stimulating creative thinking.

Instilling National and Environmental Values: The play is rooted in the Emirati desert environment, with its dunes and sands, and encourages respect for and care of its natural elements.

Providing a Positive Role Model: Reema’s character represents the wise, compassionate Emirati child who is loyal to her homeland and identity.

Encouraging Dialogue and Critical Thinking: Through the magical questions posed in the oasis and the dialogues between characters, children are encouraged to reflect and think critically.

Scenes of deserts, sand dunes, storms, stars, and the wise owl create a visual world inspired by the Emirati environment, giving children a sense of belonging to this land rich in values and beauty.