The Egyptian theater group "Sabeq Sama", produced by the Youth Theater troupe led by director Tamer Karam, under the supervision of the National Theater House headed by artist Ihab Fahmy, won 6 awards at the 16th Alexandria International Theater Festival "Theater Without Production". The festival was chaired by artist Ibrahim Al-Fern and took place under the auspices of Dr. Abdel Aziz Qanswa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture, and Dr. Ayman Al-Shawki, Head of the Theater Sector.

The awards won by "Sabeq Sama" include the best kinetic drama award for the design of Rahil Emad, two awards for best costume and best makeup for Mohamed Shaker, the excellence in acting award for artist Mohamed Al-Sadani, the best supporting actor award for artist Mohamed Al-Hudari, and the second best show award in the festival. These awards add a new achievement to the group's history, as it continues to accumulate awards and recognition in various theatrical festivals.

The "Sabeq Sama" show is written by Omar Reza and directed by Mohamed Al-Hudari. This achievement is an extension of what the show had accomplished in the 19th National Egyptian Theater Festival, where its author, Omar Reza, won the best emerging author award, and Mohamed Al-Hudari won the best emerging director award, shared with another show. The awards confirm the group's ability to produce high-quality content that appeals to diverse audiences and gains recognition from specialized critics.

The Alexandria International Theater Festival is one of the most prominent cultural events in the Arab world, attracting artists and theater groups from various countries. The festival aims to support and encourage theatrical creativity, provide a platform for emerging talents, and enrich the cultural and artistic scene in Egypt and the Arab world. The participation of "Sabeq Sama" in this festival reflects the Egyptian theater's ability to compete globally and provide innovative and creative productions.

The National Theater House, under the leadership of Ihab Fahmy, seeks to support and develop the Egyptian theater scene by providing a supportive environment for creators and artists. The success of "Sabeq Sama" in winning these awards is a testament to the efforts made by the National Theater House to promote Egyptian theater and provide it with new creative energies. The house continues to support and encourage young talents, providing them with opportunities to participate in local and international festivals.

The awards won by "Sabeq Sama" at the Alexandria International Theater Festival come as a recognition of the group's efforts to innovate and experiment in the field of theater. The group's success in attracting a large audience and impressing specialized critics confirms its ability to present unique and creative theatrical experiences. The group's productions are characterized by their diversity and richness, which enables them to appeal to different tastes and preferences.

The success of "Sabeq Sama" in winning 6 awards at the Alexandria International Theater Festival is a source of pride for the Egyptian theater community. This achievement confirms the ability of Egyptian theater groups to compete globally and provide innovative and creative productions. The group's success will undoubtedly encourage other Egyptian theater groups to continue innovating and experimenting in the field of theater.

Key points

  • The Egyptian theater group "Sabeq Sama" won 6 awards at the 16th Alexandria International Theater Festival.
  • The awards include the best kinetic drama, best costume, best makeup, excellence in acting, best supporting actor, and second best show.
  • The success of "Sabeq Sama" confirms the ability of Egyptian theater groups to compete globally and provide innovative and creative productions.

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