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Step into the spotlight!

 

 

Musicians, artists and aspiring talents.

Ithra Spotlight is a special program taking place throughout the month of August at Ithra, featuring daily live music performances designed to entertain and engage visitors of all ages. Each day brings a new lineup of talented performers, with shows presenting across the Center. From Thursdays to Saturdays, performances take place on a dedicated stage in the Plaza at the heart of Ithra. This limited-time program celebrates and supports rising talent from across Saudi Arabia and the region, offering a platform for artists living in the Kingdom to share their creativity with a wider audience.

We’re looking for passionate, diverse and dynamic solo artists, bands, musical groups and performing artists to be featured in the upcoming Ithra Spotlight. Whether you’re a solo artist with a guitar, a stripped-down jazz trio, a singer songwriter, a fusion ensemble, a poet or an acrobatic troupe, we would love to hear from you!

If you have been waiting for an opportunity to showcase your talents, this might be your chance! This is your opportunity to perform at Ithra, in a professionally produced setting, gain exposure in front of live audiences and be part of the very first Ithra Spotlight series.

 

 

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Performance schedule

Things to remember:

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Applications close​​​​​​: August 24, 2025

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Artists will be selected from the received audition materials.

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Only shortlisted artists will be contacted.

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Ithra is unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

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Who Should Audition?

Solo artists, bands and ensembles (all musical genres), singer-songwriters, instrumentalists, poets, acrobats, circus performers, spoken word and live music collaborators, performers working with minimal tech or unplugged formats.

We encourage:

  • Artists from all cultural backgrounds to apply.
  • Original compositions or innovative interpretations of traditional works.
  • Music that explores narrative, identity or experimentation.
  • Performers who are eager to connect with their community

Registration is closed 

 

Submission requirements and eligibility:

  • Submissions close on August 24, 2025
  • All artists are eligible, whether amateur or professional
  • You must be able to present a minimum of 30 minutes of material.
  • Diverse musical and performance genres are welcomed.
  • All participants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Participants must be available for all key dates and in-person commitments.

 

What to Prepare:

  • Application is via the online entry portal only. 
  • Submit two performance videos (MP4, YouTube or Vimeo) up to a maximum of 1 minute per video.
  • Profile: 150 – 200 words about you or your group including any past performances or collaborations
  •  Any technical support
  • Contact and social media handles

 

Performance Guidelines


 

 

FAQs

What is Ithra Spotlight?

Ithra Spotlight is a performance series from August 4 – 30, 2025 designed to:

  • Celebrate acoustic and stripped-down music.
  • Spotlight emerging and established artists.
  • Foster community through live, intimate shows in the Ithra Plaza.

Each performance day will feature curated sets from selected performers in a live concert setting at Ithra Plaza.

Can I sing in Arabic or English?

Yes, we are open to performances in both Arabic and English.

Are you looking for a specific genre?

No, applications are open to all genres, but the content must adhere to the cultural norms and sensitivities of the Kingdom.

Who can participate?

IIthra Spotlight is open to all aspiring artists. To be eligible to participate you must be at least 18 years old.

Please find the requirements for application here.

Will Ithra cover costs for housing and transportation for participants?

All performers must get themselves to and from Ithra by their own transportation. Ithra does not cover the costs of housing and transportation for participants.

What will the participants receive?

  • At least one paid performance slot in the inaugural Ithra Spotlight series.
  • A performance technician to provide assistance with set up and operation.
  • A payment of 250 SAR per “performance set”.

 

When will Ithra Spotlight take place?

Performances will start commencing Monday, August 4, 2025 and will occur daily (except Sundays) until Saturday, August 30, 2025.

How are the final performers/performances selected?

The Ithra Theater Programming team will review all audition material uploaded onto the Portal. All applications will be reviewed and assessed on merit, as well as suitability to appear within and alongside a broader line up of professional artists. All decisions made by the Ithra Theater Programming team are not negotiable and there will be no feedback for unsuccessful applicants.

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