Al Balad Theater

National Network
Jordanie
Address

237 prince mohammad street
Amman 11180
Jordanie

Telephone
064652005
Telephone (other)
064652005
E-Mail
info@al-balad.org
E-Mail (2)
raed@al-balad.org
E-Mail (3)
rita@al-balad.org
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2006
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
General Information

Al Balad Theater is a multi-purpose performing arts space with aims to promote artists from Jordan, the region, and the world by providing rehearsal and performance spaces for their work. Al Balad Theater also contributes to strengthening cultural movements in Jordan by cooperating with a wide range of performing art groups, locally and globally. Al Balad Theatre’s mission is to contribute to the artistic movement and social fabric of the city and the region to create a supportive, nurturing and inspiring environment for young independent artists (of all ages) and to provide safe community spaces for independent artistic expression and production that addresses people's concerns

Mission and Objectives

Al Balad Theatre’s mission is to contribute to the artistic movement and social fabric of the city and the region to create a supportive, nurturing and inspiring environment for young independent artists (of all ages) and to provide safe community spaces for independent artistic expression and production that addresses people's concerns. The theare’s vision and aims are to: Create an inclusive space for the diverse communities from all over Jordan. Create a vibrant cultural space that builds bridges between emerging artists and the communities. Enrich the social fabric of the city through performing arts and cultural projects. Provide safe spaces for independent artistic expression Work along civil society and public institutions.

Main Projects / Activities

Al Balad theater carries out many activities such as theatre, dance, urban arts, and music performances as well as three main festivals around the year (Al Balad Music Festival, Baladk and Hakaya Storytelling Festival). It also publishes an online cultural magazine “WAW AlBalad” covering cultural events and disseminating knowledge about them, as well as publishing critical articles of cultural and art issues.

Contact (1) Full Name
Raed Asfour
Job Title
Director
Head of the organisation
Raed Asfour
Contact (2) Full Name
Raed Asfour
Job Title (2)
Projects Manager