✨ Jihan Ismail Reveals the Art of Building Dramatic Characters at Sharm El-Sheikh Youth Theatre Festival
At the 10th edition of the Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theatre Festival, Tunisian director Jihan Ismail delivered a powerful masterclass exploring the essence of dramatic character creation and the fine line between theatrical and cinematic performance. 🎭✨
The festival hosted a remarkable masterclass led by Jihan Ismail, known for her bold directing style and deep psychological approach to character development. 🌟
🔹 What Makes a Character Memorable?
Ismail discussed:
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The roots and motivations behind every character.
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The dramatic transformation arc between stage and screen.
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The director–actor relationship as a creative partnership based on trust.
🔹 Theatre vs Cinema
She highlighted:
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Theatre requires powerful presence and energy.
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Cinema demands subtle emotional precision captured through the lens.
🔹 Additional Insights
❇️ Large attendance from artists, students, and international guests.
❇️ Insights into her Tunisian theatre experience and controlled improvisation.
❇️ Guidance on developing a unique visual identity in directing.
🔹 Other Key Festival Events
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🎭 The Egyptian play “One Minute Before the End of the World” received wide acclaim.
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👏 The Italian play “Screen” earned extended applause from the audience.
Prominent figures like Elham Shahin and Hala Sarhan attended and celebrated the participating artists. 🌟
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