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Al-Ahram Weekly
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Body, Teeth & Wig and Carmen lead 18th Egyptian National Theatre Festival awards - Stage & Street - Arts & Culture
The 18th edition of the Egyptian National Theatre Festival closed last week, announcing the winners. The standout performances of this edition were Body, Teeth & Wig and Carmen. The festival, which launched on 20 July, announced its winners during a grand celebration held at the Cairo Opera House's main hall on 6 August. This year's official competition featured 35 theatrical productions, representing a variety of troupes operating under the Ministry of Culture, alongside independent teams. Among the most celebrated works was Body, Teeth & Wig, directed by Mazen El-Gharabawy, who took home the Best Director award. The production also garnered the Best Emerging Actress award (shared by Nagham Saleh), a shared Best Music award (Mahmoud Ezz), and Best Orchestral Arrangement (Magdy El-Foly). Written and directed by El-Gharabawy, the play premiered in South Korea in August 2024, was later staged in India, and then performed in Egypt for two nights before returning to the Egyptian National Theatre Festival. Another highlight was Carmen, directed by Nasser Abdel Moneim, which won Best Choreography (Sally Ahmed), Best Leading Actress (Reem Ahmed), and Best Scenography (Ahmed Sherby). The latter award was shared with Mohamed Talaat for his work on To Be Sent To. Also noteworthy was The Brothers Karamazov, which claimed Best Supporting Actress (Alaa Ali), Best Emerging Actress (Nelly El Sharkawy), and Best Emerging Actor (Amir Abdel Wahid). The Best Emerging Actor prize was shared with Saeed Salman for his role in The Beast, which also earned the jury's award for Best Makeup (Nadine Ashraf). The Good Boys received Best Supporting Actor (Rahman Mostafa), shared with Mohamed El Shahed for his performance in The Waterwheel Drivers. The latter also won Best Dramaturgy (Mohamed Adel El-Naggar). Mohamed Ayman was named Best Emerging Director for The Good Boys. Mohamed Nasser won Best Leading Actor for his role in The Last Supper. Other awards included Best Playwright for Mahmoud Gamal El-Haddiny for Right Then First Left, and Best Emerging Playwright for Mohamed Adel El-Naggar for Better Than Seeing the Sun. The Best Scenography award was jointly given to Mohamed Talaat (To Be Sent To) and Ahmed Sherby (Carmen). Best Costume Design went to Rahma Omar for Marilyn, Best Lighting Design to Mahmoud El-Husseiny for The Trial of Mr Arthur Miller, and Best Poetry/Lyrics in Theatre to Ahmed Zeidan for Chatter. The shared Best Music award also went to Ziad Hegres for Chatter. Best Theatre Promotion (Marketing/Poster) was awarded to Youssef Saqr for Summoning a Guardian. The festival concluded by honouring Hawadit, directed by Khaled Galal, with the Special Jury Award for Best Ensemble Performance. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Zawya
28-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Eastern Developments partners with memory production to present "One Way"
In a Partnership That Brings Real Estate and Art Together, Eastern and Memory Launch a Marketing Campaign Reflecting the Power of Egyptian Investment Eastern Developments Selects Memory Production to Produce a Creative Work as Part of a Major Promotional Campaign Eastern Developments and Memory Production Join Forces to Present an Inspiring Investment Story Through Art As part of its support for culture and art to deliver meaningful messages to society, Eastern Developments organized a grand Suhoor at the Four Seasons Hotel at Nile Plaza in Cairo. The event was attended by numerous celebrities, public figures, and media personalities. The event announced the launch of an innovative marketing campaign in collaboration with Memory Production. The film, "One Way," explores the challenges faced by individuals who strive for success and how to overcome them to achieve their goals. For his part, Mohamed Talaat, Chairman of Eastern Developments, emphasized that the company is proud of its first foray into artistic production with the release of the film "In One Way," which reflects the struggles of a real estate developer, the magnitude of the challenges he faces, and how to overcome them. The film addresses the theme of perseverance and the challenges faced by anyone seeking to prove themselves. He noted that the film tells the true story of characters who faced significant challenges before achieving success. He added that Eastern Developments is proud to present this film in collaboration with Memory Production, one of the leading companies in this field, which played a major role in the film's distinguished production, which has satisfied everyone. The film also reflects the magnitude of the challenges facing the real estate development industry and the pressures that can hinder individuals from achieving success. He pointed out that Eastern Developments has focused its investments in Sheikh Zayed, one of the most promising areas in the real estate development sector, where the company pays attention to the smallest details to ensure it delivers a superior level of service to its clients. Among its most prominent projects is "Genova West," a true success story. He explained that the project is in its final stages, and the company will soon begin delivering units to customers, despite the challenges it has faced in light of global economic changes. He explained that the company has currently begun the process of connecting the project's utilities and infrastructure, allowing customers to benefit from their units immediately upon completion of the delivery process and the project's commencement of operations. The project spans an area of 20 acres and includes 32 buildings with ground floor and five floors, making it an integrated residential community. For his part, Ahmed Fouda, Head of the Commercial Sector at Eastern Developments, pointed out that this promotional campaign represents more than just promoting a work of art. It is an opportunity to highlight the magnitude of the challenges associated with a large industry like real estate development, as it represents a meeting point between artistic creativity and the economic ambitions of Eastern Developments. He emphasized that the promotional campaign aims not only to introduce the public to the company's projects, but also to highlight how the collaboration between art and the economy can provide innovative and impactful solutions and reveal the details of a large industry like real estate development. He thanked actor Hosni Sheta, star of "In One Way," for successfully conveying the film's core message and highlighting the psychological aspect and struggles faced by ambitious individuals seeking success. He praised his talent, which he characterized by meticulously studying his roles, enabling him to deliver an exceptional performance. He also thanked the company's clients, considering them partners in success, as well as the company's employees who contribute to achieving its ambitious goals and plans. He said, "We thank everyone who has put in the effort in this artistic work, and we express our gratitude to our clients who have been a true reason for our success. Thank you to all the employees at Eastern Company." For his part, actor Hosni Sheta expressed his great happiness with Eastern Development's support for a purposeful artistic work, emphasizing his appreciation for the company's support for this distinguished drama. He added, "When I first read the script, I really liked it, but I was apprehensive about the execution. I was worried that the final look wouldn't be as powerful as I had envisioned, but once filming began, I was certain that everything was going perfectly." He pointed out that the film features an elite group of artists and specialists who brought a professional touch to every detail, contributing to the distinctive look that audiences saw.
Arab News
25-02-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Zain KSA, Dell Technologies collaborate to simplify cloud adoption
Zain KSA and Dell Technologies signed a Memorandum of Understanding to unlock new market opportunities to transform the cloud ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will empower Zain, a leading provider of telecoms and digital services, to become the go-to provider for businesses seeking seamless access to cloud solutions. The memorandum was signed in Riyadh during LEAP 2025 by Mohamed Talaat, vice president for Saudi Arabia and Egypt at Dell Technologies and Fahad Alsahmah, chief business officer at Zain KSA. Under the agreement, Zain will leverage Dell's technical expertise in offering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) models. The cutting-edge solution offered will feature an open cloud architecture, offering customers unmatched flexibility and choice in managing their cloud requirements. The automated platform will allow customers to onboard, access and manage invoicing — all through an easy-to-use interface. From defining technical requirements to building the complete framework, Dell's services will enable Zain to cater to the growing demand for automated cloud services in the region. Fahad Alsahmah, chief business officer at Zain KSA, said: 'By using Dell's technical expertise, we will be able to create a game changing platform to streamline cloud adoption for businesses of all sizes. We are excited to offer a unified marketplace for accessing the best cloud solutions from the world's leading providers. This initiative will further empower businesses to manage their cloud services effortlessly, making digital transformation more realistic than ever before.' Mohamed Talaat, vice president for Saudi Arabia and Egypt, Dell Technologies: 'Our deep understanding of cloud technologies and our consultancy expertise help us in providing Zain with an advanced cloud platform. We look forward to working closely with Zain to create, define and establish a complete framework for these transformative tech solutions.' The collaboration underscores our commitment to driving innovation and supporting digital transformation in Saudi Arabia.'
TECHx
20-02-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Zain KSA & Dell Team Up to Simplify Cloud Adoption - TECHx Media Zain KSA & Dell Team Up to Simplify Cloud Adoption
Zain KSA & Dell Team Up to Simplify Cloud Adoption News Desk - Share Zain KSA and Dell Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive cloud transformation in Saudi Arabia. The partnership will position Zain as a leading provider of cloud solutions, offering businesses seamless access to innovative cloud services. The agreement was signed at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh by Fahad Alsahmah, Chief Business Officer at Zain KSA, and Mohamed Talaat, Vice President for Saudi Arabia and Egypt at Dell Technologies. Under the MoU, Zain KSA will leverage Dell Technologies' expertise to provide Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) models. The collaboration will introduce an open cloud architecture, enabling businesses to benefit from greater flexibility, automation, and a seamless user experience. The advanced cloud platform will streamline onboarding, access, and invoicing, making cloud management easier for enterprises of all sizes. Fahad Alsahmah, Chief Business Officer at Zain KSA, highlighted the importance of the collaboration, stating that Dell's technical expertise will enable Zain to create a unified cloud marketplace, helping businesses accelerate their digital transformation. Mohamed Talaat, Vice President for Saudi Arabia and Egypt at Dell Technologies, emphasized Dell's commitment to providing Zain with a cutting-edge cloud framework to support the growing demand for automated cloud services in Saudi Arabia. With cloud computing and digital transformation gaining momentum in the region, this partnership will drive innovation, scalability, and efficiency, ensuring businesses in Saudi Arabia can access next-generation cloud solutions tailored to their evolving needs.
Zawya
20-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Zain KSA and Dell Technologies collaborate to simplify cloud adoption for Saudi customers
Riyadh, KSA – Zain KSA and Dell Technologies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unlock new market opportunities to transform the cloud ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will empower Zain, a leading provider of telecoms and digital services, to become the go-to provider for businesses seeking seamless access to cloud solutions. The memorandum was signed in Riyadh during LEAP 2025 by Mohamed Talaat, Vice President for Saudi Arabia and Egypt at Dell Technologies and Fahad Alsahmah, Chief Business Officer at Zain KSA. Under the agreement, Zain will leverage Dell's technical expertise in offering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) models. The cutting-edge solution offered will feature an open cloud architecture, offering customers unmatched flexibility and choice in managing their cloud requirements. The automated platform will allow customers to onboard, access and manage invoicing—all through an easy-to-use interface. From defining technical requirements to building the complete framework, Dell's services will enable Zain to cater to the growing demand for automated cloud services in the region. Fahad Alsahmah, Chief Business Officer at Zain KSA, said: "By using Dell's technical expertise, we will be able to create a game changing platform to streamline cloud adoption for businesses of all sizes. We are excited to offer a unified marketplace for accessing the best cloud solutions from the world's leading providers. This initiative will further empower businesses to manage their cloud services effortlessly, making digital transformation more realistic than ever before." Mohamed Talaat, Vice President for Saudi Arabia and Egypt, Dell Technologies: "Our deep understanding of cloud technologies and our consultancy expertise help us in providing Zain with an advanced cloud platform. We look forward to working closely with Zain to create, define and establish a complete framework for these transformative tech solutions. The collaboration underscores our commitment to driving innovation and supporting digital transformation in Saudi Arabia."
