The fourth edition of the Jordan Monodrama Festival will begin on Sunday, July 26, at the President’s Theatre in the Royal Cultural Center, under the management of actress Abeer Issa, featuring 12 theatrical performances from 11 Arab countries.
The new edition highlights the continued growth of monodrama theater in the Arab world, presenting diverse artistic experiences based on solo performances and addressing various human issues related to identity, memory, isolation, and alienation.
Egypt Participates in Jordan Monodrama Festival
Egypt will participate in the fourth edition through the play “The Arrival”, written by Wafaa Hassan and directed and performed by Hind Noaman, who also prepared the musical composition for the performance.
Ramadan El-Shahawy will participate as the executive director and team manager, while Walaa Noaman is responsible for the makeup and appearance design, as the team seeks to present a unique theatrical experience during the festival.
Performances Participating in the Fourth Jordan Monodrama Festival
The fourth edition features a variety of Arab theatrical performances, including:
Arab Performances from Different Countries
- “Letters Before Death” from Morocco.
- “Hoor” and “The Last Supper” from Jordan.
- “Master of the Stage” from Syria.
- “With Red Lipstick” from Sudan.
- “The Fetus” from Libya.
- “Emotional Auction” from Saudi Arabia.
- “Smoke” from Iraq.
- “The One Called by Chance” from Bahrain.
- “Cage” from Tunisia.
- “Al-Hakoura” from Palestine.
These performances offer different artistic perspectives, combining original scripts with works inspired by international experiences, while creating opportunities for interaction between theater artists from different generations.
Jordan Monodrama Festival as an Arab Platform for Solo Theater Experiences
The Jordan Monodrama Festival continues its role as a specialized platform supporting monodrama theater by presenting the latest solo theatrical experiences and strengthening communication between Arab artists and creators.
This form of theater is distinguished by its focus on a single performer’s ability to express ideas and emotions through strong stage presence and creative performance.
Human Issues and Identity in Monodrama Festival Performances
The fourth edition reflects a wide range of themes, as the participating performances address contemporary human issues, identity, memory, war, and alienation.
This diversity highlights the importance of monodrama as a theatrical form capable of presenting deep artistic experiences that explore the psychological and social transformations experienced by individuals.
When does the fourth Jordan Monodrama Festival begin?
The fourth edition begins on Sunday, July 26, at the President’s Theatre in the Royal Cultural Center.
How many countries are participating in the Jordan Monodrama Festival?
The festival features 12 theatrical performances from 11 Arab countries.
What is Egypt’s participating play in the festival?
Egypt is participating with the play “The Arrival”, written by Wafaa Hassan and directed and performed by Hind Noaman.
What topics do the festival performances discuss?
The performances explore themes including humanity, identity, memory, war, isolation, and alienation.
