Sharjah Book Fair to reveal fascinating interactive acts
- Last updated: October 17, 2025 | 15:26
The 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority at Expo Centre Sharjah from Nov.5 to 16 under the theme ‘Between You and the Book’, will present a range of interactive performances that blend entertainment with education.
Among the highlights are the family play "Hide and Seek" and the "360° Science Lab" show, alongside a variety of artistic activities that add cultural and creative elements to the visitor experience.
Hide and Seek: A journey through a tech factory
SIBF 2025 will stage the family play ‘Hide and Seek’, a futuristic adventure set inside a high-tech dream factory. The audience will follow three girls as they explore a world full of surprises and advanced inventions. The story delivers a clear message that dreams do not come true by chance. They take grit, teamwork, honesty and accountability. The cast includes Aljoud Al Baanoun, Aljouri Al Baanoun and Wadha Al Ayoub. Tickets are available via https://sharjah.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/101308/hide-and-seek.
Hands-on learning with 360° Science Lab
Adding an interactive edge to the programme, chemistry presenter Abdullah Annan will bring science to life in the 360° Science Lab, turning the stage into a hands-on laboratory. The show features live experiments and visual effects that break down scientific ideas into an exciting, accessible experience designed to spark curiosity and keep audiences of all ages engaged from start to finish. Tickets for the science lab show can be booked via https://sharjah.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/101518/science-360-show.
Basketball reimagined with The Dunk Masters
Bringing sport and spectacle together, the Dunk Masters, an internationally acclaimed team, will deliver a high-energy basketball show packed with athletic skill, acrobatics and costume performance. With two world championship titles and a Guinness World Record, they bring together precision, power and visual flair in one of the most dynamic shows of its kind.
Synchronised illusion in Echoes of the Hands
Taking a more abstract approach, Echoes of the Hands, the all-female troupe Black Widow performs a choreographed dance that merges perfect timing with optical illusion. The stage becomes a moving canvas as their arms unfold like petals, creating the impression of one body moving with dozens of synchronised limbs.
Rhythmic energy in the Ping-Pong Performance
Injecting pace and rhythm, the Ping-Pong Bang troupe will present a rhythmic show that blends table tennis with movement and light. Using paddles and balls in synchronised choreography, they create sharp visual sequences in what is described as the first show of its kind. The group rose to fame with a Golden Buzzer on Italia’s Got Talent in 2023 and went on to wow audiences on Britain’s Got Talent in 2025 with a bold, inventive performance.
Light, movement and music in Dancing Lights
Blending choreography with high-tech visuals, the Dancing Lights show delivers a futuristic visual performance by four dancers in LED-lit costumes. Their movements sync with the music, triggering shifting patterns of light that turn the stage into a moving lightscape. The result is a tightly choreographed display where technology and art merge through rhythm and colour.
According to an earlier report, the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) has announced a significant Arab contingent, with over 80 guests representing 20 countries.
This assembly includes more than 20 Emirati writers and literary figures, uniting leading voices across literature, thought, art, and academia. Their collective work in fiction, poetry, cinema, research, and philosophy will be a cornerstone of the fair’s cultural programme, which takes place from November 5-16, 2025, at Expo Centre Sharjah.
Leading the contingent are notable intellectuals such as Issa Yousef, Director of the Sharjah Archaeology Authority; and Dr. Sultan Al Ameemi, Chairman of the Emirates Writers and Authors Union. They are joined by acclaimed creative voices, including award-winning poet and director Nujoom Al Ghanem; and pioneering actor and producer Ahmed Al Jasmi. The lineup is further strengthened by renowned scholars and researchers like Dr. Maryam Al Hashimi, a prominent Emirati literary critic; writer and researcher, Dr. Fahd Al Maamari; Dr. Saeed Al Dhaheri, Director of the Centre for Future Studies at the University of Dubai; and historian Dr. Hamad Bin Seray.