[3] At its inception in 1982, it featured computerized lighting systems, translation facilities and an orchestra pit.

[5][6] In 2023, performances on the stage at Qatar National Theater were suspended due to renovation work.

[8] In 2015, Qatar Tourism Authority organized the Eid Al Adha Festival, as part of which The Wrestler, an Arabic play with actors Nasser Mohammad and Najwa Al Kubeisi was staged at the Qatar National Theater.

[10] In December 2005, the Doha Players used the Qatar National Theaters stage to run their production of Cinderella.

[12] In July 2017, the Qatar National Theater had two showings daily of the production "Ali Baba & 40 Thieves".