The 15th International Theater Festival has officially come to a close in Béjaïa after a week of performances and professional exchanges. Held at the Abdelmalek Bouguermouh Regional Theater, the ceremony honored Omar Reghal, the local Director of Culture and Arts, for his contributions to the artistic scene. The festival highlights included the Regional Theater of Tizi Ouzou winning the Gold Gouraya trophy for their play "Louhat Eddem." The Algerian National Theater secured several awards, including acting and scenography honors. Iraqi actor Ammar Noureddine Hassan was named best male actor, while the Tunisian National Theater received the jury award. In the "Village Theater" competition, the Phoenix troupe took home the first prize. The event successfully showcased the power of theater as a universal language while reinforcing Béjaïa's status as a hub for cultural creativity.