Hanan Motawie to Star as Hatshepsut in New National Theater Play
Jul 14, 2025
Actress Hanan Motawie is set to portray Queen Hatshepsut in a new historical stage production at the National Theater in Cairo. Titled 'Hatshepsut: Throne and Love', the play is written by screenwriter Anwar Abdel Moghith and directed by Ayman Mostafa. The production recounts the life and reign of Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most notable female rulers, who assumed the throne after serving as regent to her stepson, Thutmose III, following the death of her husband, Thutmose II.
Hatshepsut ruled for 22 years, overseeing a period marked by economic prosperity, administrative reform, and relative peace. The play explores her dynamic with Senenmut, her royal architect, who played a central role in the planning of her mortuary temple and in the execution of her political vision. Artistic and archaeological references have long fuelled speculation about the nature of their relationship, with inscriptions and reliefs interpreted by some as signs of a deeper personal connection.
Motawie's involvement brings renewed attention to the project, as she prepares for the release of her upcoming film 'Happy Birthday' directed by Sara Gouhar. The film stars Nelly Karim, Sherif Salama, and others, with a screenplay co-written by Mohamed Diab, Sara Gouhar, Khaled Diab and Sherine Diab.
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