Tamer Abdel Hamid (Abu Dhabi)
Public theater in the Emirates is witnessing a remarkable movement after some producers and directors went to implement theatrical works that combine comedy and family entertainment, in order to return the splendor to the “Father of the Arts”, after it stopped for a long period. During the past two years, some plays were presented, including: “Always belongs to God,” “Model 90,” “Turmeric and Bazar,” and “Simon in the Time of Pharaoh,” which mixed important social issues with purposeful comedy, and their performances in various emirates of the country witnessed a large audience presence.
Actor Marwan Abdullah, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Dubai Al Ahli Theater, has taken it upon himself to revitalize the public theater again, by implementing purposeful comedic plays, where he presented during the past 3 years: “Model 90”, “Simon in the Time of Pharaoh” and “Always belong to God.” And “a dusty railway.” He is currently preparing to launch his new play “Barcode Prison,” where he confirmed that with the support of the theater authorities in the country, and the keenness of some theater makers who are passionate about the “Father of the Arts” stage, life has returned to public theater again, explaining that the audience’s interaction and positive reactions gave him the motivation to implement New performances from time to time, stressing the importance of support and attention from the authorities concerned with culture, art and theatre, to provide the required facilities for local theater makers to carry out such purposeful theatrical performances that receive great interest from fans of the “Father of the Arts”.
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After an absence of more than 3 years from “Father of the Arts,” actor Juma Ali returned to the public theater with the play “Kurkam and Bazar,” which he presented during the years 2022 and 2023, coinciding with the days of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, and most of its performances carried the slogan “full numbers.” He stressed that despite the success he had achieved in his dramatic works in recent years, he dreamed of returning to the “Father of the Arts,” which he loves, and of standing on stage to perform comedic roles in front of an audience who loved theatre. He pointed out that he graduated in theatre, and worked for more than 19 years in presenting plays with an elite group of the most prominent actors, saying: Theater is truly the “Father of the Arts,” as the actor gains extensive artistic experience by standing on stage in terms of acting performance and motor and physical performance. Likewise, improvisation is compatible with theatrical drama. Working in front of a television or film camera is completely different from performing live on stage.
Actress Fatima Al Hosani, who participated in the plays “Kurcum and Bazar” and “Model 90,” confirmed that theater is a complete entertainment experience for all family members, and said: Some Emirati playwrights are keen to carry out public theatrical works, bringing together young and veteran actors, to present plays concerned with fine art. It reviews social and youth issues that combine tragedy and comedy in a mixture and combination that respects the viewer’s mind, and does not go towards vulgarity and vulgar clowning. This is what I noticed during my participation in “Model 90,” which showcases the UAE’s achievements from the 1990s until now, and “Kurcum and Bazar,” which sheds light on ancient Emirati life and popular foods.
She continued: After stopping for a while, the audience became thirsty for public theater, and this was evident from the theatrical performances that were presented during the holidays in the past two years, most of which carried the slogan “full numbers.” The theatrical movement in the Emirates is experiencing a state of great development and prosperity thanks to the support of the authorities concerned with the arts.
A unique experience
“Theatre is life,” according to what was confirmed by actor Musa Al-Baqishi, who participated in the plays “Model 90,” “All the Time is God,” “Sikka Ghabar,” and “Monday Wedding,” in addition to his participation in the new theatrical work “Barcode Prison.” ». He said: The acting performance on stage, in the midst of a live audience, is a special experience full of love for the “Father of Arts,” whether for the playwrights themselves or for theater lovers. Al-Baqishi pointed out that despite the difficulty of performing directly in front of an audience, the fun of acting is achieved in theatre, noting that the main goal of public theater is to achieve fun and entertainment for the audience, through the implementation of social comedies that touch on their issues, and present them in a simplified manner that combines drama. And funny situations and singing shows.
Promotion
Musa Al-Buqaishi expressed his happiness in participating annually in distinguished theatrical works that are very popular, carried out by a group of playwrights in various fields, including directing, writing and acting, who work together to advance theatre, whether elite or popular.
Activate workshops
By virtue of his position as director of the Kalba Theater, actor Juma Ali confirmed that the development witnessed by the theater came with the support of the authorities, centers and festivals concerned with theatre, stressing the importance of activating theatrical workshops in education, and their major role in the birth of new writers, discovering directors and actors, and involving them in theatrical courses on preparing The actor, how to deal with the stage and capture the audience’s attention.
