The cast of over 60 Saudi artists and 60 international artists leads the audience on an adventure that explores ambitions, dreams, and the vital role the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s heritage and people play in shaping the future. The Journey follows Saad, a young Saudi studying in Riyadh, as he travels across time and place to encounter friends, danger, and the intensity of nature, all to discover that the key to the future lies in the country’s heritage. TERHAL isn’t just a captivating piece of theatre, but a theatrical celebration of the beauty and talents contemporary Saudi Arabia shares with audiences for the first time ever.

The show will open on March 2 in a newly constructed theatre built for the show. The Saudi Ministry of Culture has been a strong and generous partner to Dragone in shaping the process and creation of this theatrical and cultural masterpiece. TERHAL will be the first Dragone creation to open since the passing of Dragone founder and Artistic Director Franco Dragone. With his involvement through much of the process, it is a particularly special show for the Dragone organization, with every team member striving to honor his legacy in every aspect of the production.

Anna Robb, Dragone’s Chief Operating Officer stated: “Dragone’s work is rooted in the foundation of creating shows with social impact. It was Franco’s direction and wish for us to collaborate with Saudi artists. Seeing international artists perform side by side with local artists and watching them learn from and inspire each other demonstrates to me that this is more than just a show; it’s an evolution.”