World Stage Design 2025

World Stage Design (WSD) 2025 will take place from 18–25 October 2025 at the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA). This unique international exhibition and festival, organized every four years, showcases the best of contemporary performance design from across the globe. WSD 2025 marks the first time the event will be held in the Middle East, offering a vibrant platform for scenographers, designers, performers, and creators to share their work, exchange ideas, and inspire innovation.

Key Highlights

• Performance Design Exhibition:
  Featuring innovative and groundbreaking stage, costume, and lighting designs from artists around the world.

• Workshops and Masterclasses:
  Hands-on sessions led by industry leaders, offering deep dives into cutting-edge practices.

• International Performances:
  Live performances by world-renowned theater, dance, and interdisciplinary companies.

• Networking Opportunities:
  Meet and collaborate with a global community of designers, directors, and creative professionals.

Who Should Attend?

• Theater and Performance Designers

• Scenographers, Costume, and Lighting Designers

• Academics and Students in Performing Arts

• Directors, Producers, and Stage Managers

• Architecture and Visual Arts Professionals

• Art and Design Enthusiasts