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The Poet and Teacher in the Saudi Ardah play a significant role in the Saudi Ardah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Ardah's two rows chant the Ardah war song, verse by verse alternately, relying on the poet who feeds verses to the rows or the teacher who conveys it from the poet to them. The Ardah, originally a 'war dance,' ignites the warriors' spirits and symbolizes the unity between the leader and his people. Performed by the warriors in front of their leader, it demon...

Taasheer , or Hijazi Taasheer, is one of the traditional dances for which the western province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is famous. It is also known as the art of playing with iron and fire using al-Maqma weapon. The first performances of this dance resembled a military parade to instill enthusiasm in the warriors. Over the course of Saudi history, the art of Taasheer has transitioned from battle readiness to national celebration arenas as a cultural heritage. Performance of Taasheer Dance...

The Saudi Ardah Weapons are an essential component of the Saudi Ardah . The Ardah is considered a war dance, and its weapons are used during the performance. They are considered accessories to the costume and include several types, such as the sword, dagger, pistol, and rifle. The sword It is a metal weapon consisting of several parts: the 'blade' (the sword's steel), which is lightweight for ease of carrying and use in combat, and the 'hilt,' known as the 'handle,...

The Saudi Ardah has traditional costumes that are characterized by bright colors and the use of embroidery techniques. Performers of the Ardah in its traditional form wear a variety of traditional garments, which include: Al-Murowdin, 'Abu Rudon' : This is a garment specifically for men and is known by this name in most regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In the southwestern part of the Kingdom, it is also known as al-Midhial or al-Mufraj , and some refer to it as ' Shalhat. ...

Saudi Folk Art Tools are a collection of tools used in performing various types of traditional arts, including folk songs, dances, and popular games in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These tools represent national traditions passed down through generations. Their uses and artistic styles vary with the nature of each province in the Kingdom, reflecting the historical and cultural identity. Types of Saudi folk art tools The types of folk art tools vary according to the provinces and the arts for wh...

The Saudi Ardah  is a performance art form performed at celebrations, social events, and holidays in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is locally known as al-Ardah al-Najdiyah and is an iconic traditional weapon dance in the Kingdom. The Ardah also serves as an official protocol for occasions and to honor the presence of state heads and tourist  delegations from outside the Kingdom. The art of the Saudi Ardah Previously, the Ardah was performed as an announcement and preparation for war, servin...

Yes, there is manga art in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation 'Misk' established Manga Productions Co., a company specializing in creative content production through animated films, video games, and comics with meaningful messages. These productions are of high quality and professionalism, targeting various segments of society locally and globally. The company also works on launching several animated projects and video games that convey the Saudi message to a ...

Cinema in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia represents a developing sector that serves the film industry and organizes visual shows in cinema halls equipped with modern standards. This sector is under the supervision of the Film Commission of the Ministry of Culture. History Cinema appeared in the Kingdom at the beginning of the 1950s, with the first local film, 'The Flies,' produced by Saudi Aramco in 1950 and starring Hassan al-Ghanem, who is considered the first Saudi cinematic actor. Th...

Saudi Theater Groups were previously formed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the auspices of theater clubs within universities and branches of various theater committees of the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts. Following the establishment of the Saudi Playwrights Association in 2007, under the direction of the Ministry of Culture and Media at the time, the association continued to license the work of numerous private groups for theatrical performances. Additionally, it played a ro...

Majas Art is a form of traditional Hejazi folk singing that has been around for a long time. Initially, it was known as the shepherd's chant, then it evolved to be called the mastered chant, later by laughter, shouting, and paired singing, until it finally became known as Majas . This art form is similar to the Arabic Mawal , yet there are differences between them. The Arabic Mawal starts with the phrase 'Ya Leil Ya Ein' , and it begins with a deep tone and then settles into a hi...

Saudi Ardah rhythms: Saudi Ardah represents an artistic vocal color. Its structure is based on the beats of various melodies. It reflects the themes of Ardah poetry. Rhythms combine harmonious beats produced by performers on small and big drums exclusively dedicated to performing Ardah. Structure of Saudi Ardah rhythms Beats form an essential element of the Saudi Ardah, whose performance is based on the harmonious drumming of small and big drums for producing the Ardah beats. Big drums produce ...

Drums in Saudi Ardah  are percussion instruments used in Saudi Ardah. The drums are made of camel skin, laminated from both sides, and their frame is clad with a piece of fabric. The chorus (vocal) aspect of the Saudi Ardah predominates over the instrumental aspect because it did not need introducing melodic instruments such as al-Rababah or al-Semsemiya, due to the limited scope for euphony, since it is a war dance. Drums selection in Saudi Ardah The selection of instruments accompanying the ...