SIBF 2022 With a total of 623 vibrant and edutainment activities lined up for the 41st edition of the
Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2022) that runs from November 2 – 13 at Expo
Centre Sharjah, young visitors have plenty of options to keep themselves entertained
through interactive workshops, theatre shows, and edutainment activities led by 45
professionals and experts from 14 countries.
The expansive programming agenda for children at SIBF 2022, which runs under the
theme ‘Spread the Word’, is designed to nurture creativity and imagination and help
children of all ages unleash their artistic potential.
123 shows
During the 12-day cultural extravaganza, 123 immersive theatrical shows and roaming
parades led by 22 artists and performers from eight countries will nourish and foster the
imagination of young children.
‘Toy Tale’ play
‘Toy Tale’, an exciting musical, is a play that explores the impact of children’s addiction
to video games. The events unfold in an abandoned toy store where young children will
experience and learn the negative consequences of their obsession with video games,
especially those that are not age-appropriate.
The diverse cast includes Ahmed Al Najjar, Hussein Al Mahdi, Heba Al Durri, Dima
Ahmed, Iman Faisal, Malak Abu Zaid, Muhammad Al Muslim, Jana Al Failakawi, Saud
AlZarouni.
Living Lamp Posts
An enchanting and illuminating act, the Living Lamp Posts are a marvellous moving
display of ornate light and colour that will light up visitors’ faces and fill them with joy as
they stroll through the fair’s halls.
Pinocchio on Ice
The adventures of Pinocchio, the wooden puppet who becomes a boy with the touch of
a fairy’s wand and whose nose grows longer when he lies, will come to life on the ice
rink with elaborate props, colourful costumes and amazing acrobatics.
Speed Painter
SIBF visitors can look forward to the fast paced, high energy of talented artists who will
delight audiences with their lighting-fast painting skills. Infusing gentle humour as they
execute dynamic artworks, the theatrical art show springs a pleasant surprise when the
painter turns his artwork upside down.
Scienza Della Plastica
Visitors will gain an introduction into the science of plastics and explore the secrets of
plastic recycling through amazing science experiments packed with spectacular optical
illusions and peppered with fun facts throughout the mesmerising show.
In addition, the 12-day cultural event will host a diverse range of vibrant activities and
workshops each day, targeting children of varied age groups to expand the knowledge
and experiences of young generations. The action-packed agenda of activities including
science and interactive workshops are led by qualified experts from across a spectrum
of art, science and creative disciplines, and will help visitors hone their skills and
unleash their talents.