AUK Presents Shakespeare in Kuwait

AUK was proud to present its first theatrical production in Kuwait on the 5th and 6th of April, 2007 the Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah al-Maidan Cultural Centre Theatre. The team of enthusiastic students presented Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing in a unique style and setting as never witnessed before. Set in 1898 Kuwait, the themes of love, marriage, and betrayal were explored with an undeniable flavor of Arabic culture. In short, the play was presented through the lens of history and culture in Kuwait while at the same time retaining Shakespeare's original plot and wit.

Directed by Christopher Gottschalk, Asstistant Professor of Humanities (Theatre & Drama) at AUK, the actors were comprised of students from different nationalities and backgrounds. Such diversity only enhanced the integration between the various cultures which make up the AUK student body. Undoubtedly, this production was an exciting new addition to arts and culture in Kuwait.

Cast: Omer Aly (Leonato), Jamila El Dajani (Antonia), Khalid Al Shammaa (Sheik Pedro), Yazan Al Zoubi (Benedick), Edmound Eid (Claudio), Yusuf Al Rashed (Sheik Jon), Ahmed Sakkijha (Borachio), Hassan Al Hassan (Conrade), Mona Hussain (Hero), Rama Sabano (Beatrice), Munira Al Anjari (Margaret), Mariam Rajehi (Ursala), Ali Al Tukhaim (Dogberry), and Yousef Nayef (Verges).

Auk presents shakespeare in kuwait

(From Left to right) Omer Aly, Jamila El Dajani, Rama Sabano, Mona Hussain, and Edmound Eid

Auk presents shakespeare in kuwait