
Ancient Egyptian Theatre Puzzled
Oriental Hall, AUC Tahrir Square
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Ancient Egyptian theatre puzzled (modern) researchers. Egyptians had no words equivalent to the English words "theatre," "actor," or "stage," which led many researchers to assume that Egypt had no theatre in the way this art form is defined in modern times.
Meanwhile, Egyptologists have noted that although no vocabulary indicates theatre activities, some ancient Egyptian texts are dramatic in tone. There were many talks between gods and rulers, and much of the music was documented on papyrus or monument walls, accompanied by drawings of actors performing dramatic activities. Also, during festivals and carnivals, Egyptian priests have been known to assume the personas of various deities.
Join us for an intriguing talk with Omar Al-Moataz Bellah (Egypt), where he unravels the mysteries surrounding ancient Egyptian theatre through fascinating evidence, exploring the dramatic narratives and artistic expressions that flourished within this ancient civilization, and gain a deeper understanding of how theatre manifested itself in the cultural fabric of ancient Egypt.