Lanuched in 1984, this annual event brings local and Arabic theatre groups to compete for the Sharjah Award for Arab Theatrical Creativity. The groups will be observed by the Jury – consisting of theatre personalities, critics, and writers from the UAE and other countries – who are tasked with examining and judging the participating theatrical performances. The Sharjah Theatre Days welcomes as well theatre experts from various Arab and international countries to attend the performances and participate in practical and intellectual seminars, conferences, and open discussions. The Festival also hosts an international performance to strengthen communication ties between Arabic and International Theatre.