Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Hasnaa, President of the Royal Theater of Rabat Foundation, chaired the Foundation’s first Board of Directors meeting on Thursday at the Royal Theater in Rabat. She was accompanied by Brigitte Macron, First Lady of France.

This milestone meeting marks a significant step in the realization of His Majesty King Mohammed VI's vision for the advancement of arts and culture in Morocco. The Royal Theater of Rabat stands as a testament to the King’s enduring commitment to cultural development and artistic excellence.

The Foundation’s Board of Directors brings together a distinguished group of individuals from diverse backgrounds and fields, united in their mission to chart a strategic course for the institution in alignment with the High Royal Directives.

Members of the Board of Directors Include:

• Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums

• Brigitte Macron, Spouse of the President of the French Republic

• Othman Benjelloun, Businessman and Banker

• Michael Zaoui, Investment Banker

• Makhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation

• Huda Alkhamis-Kanoo, Founder of Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation

• Gad Elmaleh, International Actor and Comedian

• Michel Canesi, Renowned Physician

• Hélène Mercier-Arnault, Pianist and Philanthropist

• Farid Bensaïd, President of AFMA Group

• Mohamed Yacoubi, Architect

The board aims to guide the Royal Theater’s future through innovative programming, inclusive cultural outreach, and world-class partnerships, further establishing Rabat as a hub for regional and international artistic excellence.