Amman: Participants in a panel discussion Monday evening at Habib Al-Zyoudi Hall in the Hashemiyah Municipality explored the role of novels and drama in reproducing the Jordanian narrative, discussing how literary and artistic works can reinforce national identity and preserve collective memory.
According to Jordan News Agency, the symposium, titled "The Novel and Drama and Their Role in Reproducing the Jordanian Narrative," was held as part of the third edition of the Zarqa Festival for Culture and Arts. MP Hussein Al-Amoush and writer Mukhled Al-Zyoudi discussed strategies for utilizing novels and drama to address social and cultural shifts. They emphasized reinterpreting the Jordanian experience through creative works to amplify the national narrative and broaden its analytical scope.
The panel, moderated by media figure Linda Al-Mawajdeh, featured discussions on the capacity of art and literature to transform local history into creative content that safeguards national memory and fosters cultural awareness. Director of the Zarqa Culture Directorate Mohammad Al-Zoubi told the Jordan News Agency (Petra) that festival activities are taking place across various districts in Zarqa Governorate to stimulate cultural engagement and expand community participation. He noted that intellectual seminars provide a key platform for scholars, intellectuals, and community members to discuss creative subjects that strengthen national consciousness.