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Ahmed Fahmy on Theater and Youssef Shahin
The article covered a seminar held as part of the 19th edition of the Egyptian National Theater Festival, honoring artist Ahmed Wefik. It reviewed his artistic career and his experiences with theater, cinema, and television. Wefik emphasized the importance of the theater as a fundamental school for sharpening his artistic skills, mentioning that his start in theater during his studies in Mansoura and his collaborations with prominent directors such as Youssef Shahin and Mohamed Sobhi contributed to the development of his abilities. He explained that Shahin believed a true actor should be capable of performing all types of roles, and that his experiences with the latter two directors gave him flexibility in switching between characters. He highlighted the importance of research and preparation for each role. Wefik pointed out that artists face challenges such as frustration after being overlooked for roles, but perseverance and determination are key to success, benefiting from the support of his mentors. He stressed that his career proves theater is the foundation upon which he built his artistic vision, and that his diverse experiences helped him deliver varied and well-crafted performances, emphasizing the importance of confidence and support from directors like Youssef Shahin and Jalal El-Sharqawi. Writer Faiza Hendawi noted that Wefik is among the few actors who have not received enough recognition, and that his ability to navigate between different artistic schools gave him exceptional flexibility. She focused on his success in portraying characters that remain etched in the audience’s memory, especially those related to historical or complex roles. The conclusion affirms that honoring him at the festival reflects an acknowledgment of the importance of his craft, which was shaped on stage before entering cinema, and that his continuous development has contributed to making him a versatile and distinguished actor.
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