In August 1968 in Oran (Algeria), Naimi created and directed the Théâtre de la mer : Compagnie de recherches et de réalisations théâtrales expérimentales (Theatre of the Sea: Research and Experimental Theatre Productions Company),[5] whose work has been innovative in the context of Algerian culture,[6] fostering independent production, ethical and political freedom,[7] self-management, collective creation,[8] research[9] and experimentation,[10] popular theatre,[11] and staging performances in unconventional places (work and study places, or neighborhood squares).[12]