The Riad Sultan Theatre Illuminates the Lights of Love and Purity with the Spirituality of Ramadan
Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan at Théâtre Riad Sultan with "Spiritualités Ramadanésques"
As Ramadan 2025 approaches—a sacred month that fills souls with the glow of love and serenity—Théâtre Riad Sultan welcomes its loyal, passionate audience with a program rich in spirituality and beauty. Titled “Spiritualités Ramadanésques,” this event promises a fusion of sensitivity and emotion, creativity and contemplation, where melodies resonate with the beats of our hearts, transforming the stage into a dreamlike space of elevation.
In the enchanting world of Andalusian tarab, zajal poetry, Grenadian singing, and Sufi music, Théâtre Riad Sultan opens its doors to lovers of refined art, offering a unique opportunity to embark on a timeless journey where the authenticity of heritage mingles with the vibrancy of the present. Here, nights are illuminated by creativity and steeped in nostalgia.
The Program for “Spiritualités Ramadanésques” Includes:
• Enchanting Andalusian Night – Saturday, March 8
Under the direction of the esteemed master Mohamed El Amine El Akrami, the Mohamed El Arabi Temsamani Orchestra will evoke the captivating melodies of Granada and Seville, reviving the chords of a living Andalusian civilization in the hearts of noble art enthusiasts. This evening promises a blend of ancestral music and velvety voices.
• Spiritual Concert “Hymn to Love” – Saturday, March 15
The talented Samia Ahmed, with her mesmerizing voice, will guide us on a spiritual voyage through songs that echo between the heart and the heavens. This performance, under the direction of maestro Khalid Badaoui, will elevate love in its most spiritual dimensions.
• Zajal Poetry Show “DIARY OF A MYSTIC” – Wednesday, March 19
Writer and playwright Zoubeir Ben Bouchta will skillfully immerse us in the depths of the poetic texts of the great Abdelatif Benyahya, paying homage to the illustrious Mohamed Timoud in a performance that celebrates his legacy and influence in theatrical writing and staging.
• Grenadine Evening with Artist Rachid Toumi – Saturday, March 22
Join us for an unforgettable musical night filled with the enchanting rhythms of Andalusian tarab, led by the exceptional Rachid Toumi. This vibrant tribute to noubas and maqams will plunge the audience into a symphony where past and present converge, reviving the sounds of the lost paradise of Andalusia. Here, music transforms into an immortal heritage, passed down through generations.
In addition to these captivating performances, the theater will host artistic training and awareness workshops in theater, contemporary dance, and circus for both children and adults. This is an invitation to explore oneself and embrace creative expression, where body meets movement, thought aligns with expression, and soul merges with art.
Thus, under the lights of Ramadan, illuminated by divine love, Théâtre Riad Sultan continues its mission as a cultural space dedicated to celebrating beauty and promoting a culture of closeness. It is a place where art lovers and creators converge in a fervor of passion and meaning. Here, art becomes a mirror reflecting the splendor of the soul, melody a language vibrating with love, and creation a bridge connecting the heart to light.
Let us gather to etch unforgettable moments into memory, composing a vibrant fresco with each note and embarking on a journey where soul merges with art, and beauty flourishes in the heart of humanity.
