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FIESAD 2026 — International Festival of Higher Schools of Dramatic Art

Drama schools, students, graduates and teachers meet in Rabat for performances, training and exchange from October 30 to November 2.

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About this event

FIESAD brings international drama schools to Rabat

The International Festival of Higher Schools of Dramatic Art (FIESAD) takes place in Rabat from 30 October to 2 November 2026. The festival brings together theatre students, graduates, educators and performing-arts professionals around stage performances, training and exchanges between schools. Organised by the Issil association, it offers a meeting point for emerging performers and the professional theatre community.

Festival performances and learning

The published programme includes an opening on 30 October, followed by the performance Double face at 7:30 p.m. On 31 October, the listings include El Rayo at 3:30 p.m. and Dog Boy at 8:00 p.m. Times, rooms and further sessions should be checked against the organiser's latest schedule, as the programme can evolve.

Dates and venue

30 October–2 November 2026, with the Mohammed V National Theatre identified as the main venue in Rabat. Ticket prices and registration arrangements were not confirmed in the source record. Consult the theatre and festival organisers for practical updates before visiting.

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Théâtre National Mohammed V

The Rabat–Salé tramway is one of the simplest ways to move between central Rabat, several major neighbourhoods and neighbouring Salé. Check the official network before travelling.

Avenue Al Mansour Addahbi, B.P. 172, Rabat, Maroc
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