'Dahab' steals spotlight at Duo Theatre fest in Dibba Al Hisn

The Egyptian play 'Dahab' captivated audiences at the ninth Duo Theatre Festival, held at the Cultural Centre in Dibba Al Hisn. The production, presented by the "Egyptian Artists for Culture" troupe, stood out on the festival's second day.

Written and directed by Amr Qabil, who also performed in the play alongside child actress Dana, 'Dahab' tells the story of an unlikely connection formed between a man escaping a difficult past and a lonely young girl. Their initial tense encounter evolves into a bond, facilitated by the man's harmonica music, which helps dissolve their feelings of alienation.

The play culminates with the characters confronting their fears and finding solace in returning home. The performance, lasting approximately sixty minutes, was lauded during a critical seminar moderated by Egyptian actress Iman Imam. The seminar particularly commended the dramatic approach to portraying children and the elderly, and praised the young actress's outstanding stage presence and emotional control.

Questions were directed at Qabil regarding the challenges of simultaneously writing, directing, and acting. He expressed gratitude for the festival's management and its unique concept, calling Duo Theatre an "enjoyable artistic adventure." The seminar concluded with certificates of appreciation presented to the Egyptian troupe by Nada Abdullah Al Hassani, representing the Social Services Department branch in Dibba Al Hisn.

The festival's second day also featured the opening session of the 21st Sharjah Forum for Arab Theatre, themed "Theatre and Education." Emirati artist Faisal Al Darmaki highlighted the initiatives of Sharjah's Ruler, His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, in supporting school theatre. Dr Said Karimi of Morocco presented the first paper, discussing the historical and philosophical links between theatre and education.

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Duo Theatre represents an enjoyable artistic adventure.