Ahmed Makki is betting on the comedy “In Another Time” in the Riyadh season

Egyptian actor Ahmed Mekky is betting on his new play “In a Second Place” to present a different theatrical experience to the Saudi audience, which will be launched within the “Riyadh Season” activities during the period from 11 to 15 November (November) with the participation of a group of Egyptian actors, including Mustafa Gharib, Mustafa Khater, Hossam Dagher, along with Sarah Salama.

The events of the play “In Another Time” revolve around a talented playwright who finally gets the opportunity of a lifetime to present his work on stage, but his approach to achieving his dream puts him in front of challenges that go beyond writing the script, so he finds himself stuck between his belief in true art, the temptation of fame, and the demands of the industry.

As tensions escalate, the play's release becomes threatened, and the writer finds himself faced with choices that test the extent of his adherence to his artistic vision and his ability to deal with the pressures surrounding his project, while the dream he waited for so long is about to collapse before it reaches the audience.

The play presents its story in a comedic framework that carries human feelings, and through its hero’s journey, it raises a question about the ability of sincere art to triumph in today’s world, and the difficulties the creator faces when he tries to balance devotion to his art and the pursuit of success.

The play is the second that Makki presents to the Saudi audience after presenting the play “Hazalqum” with the participation of Bayoumi Fouad in Riyadh, which co-starred with Mirna Jamil and Bayoumi Fouad, and was shown in 2020.

The producer of the play “In a Second Place,” Alaa Al-Ghazali, confirmed to Asharq Al-Awsat that the idea of the work began with its author and director, Ahmed Mohy, and that Ahmed Mekki was very enthusiastic about it, noting that they began implementing it and nominating the work team quickly.

Al-Ghazali expressed her happiness with the reactions to the promotional poster for the play and the audience’s interaction with it on social media, confirming their readiness for the show in Riyadh and receiving the audience’s reactions after watching the show.

The author and director of the play, Ahmed Mohy, said that the idea of ​​​​collaborating again with the artist Ahmed Mekki had been on the table since his participation in writing the series “Khalasana Bishaka,” explaining that they were looking for a joint project, before he presented to him the idea of ​​the play, which he admired and was excited to present, after he found in it a different experience that combined comedy, drama, and romance.

Mohi added, “The play deals with art and sincerity in work, and the importance of making an effort to present content that has a positive impact,” noting that “Makki is the most suitable artist to present this story in a comedic framework, combining laughter and the human dimensions of the characters.”