'Al-Khalij' troupe represents Kuwait regionally... Al-Mutawa chosen for PR and participation in 'Wali' at 'Backstage 3'

Mufreh Al-Shamari The Gulf Arab Theatre Troupe continues to maintain its presence in the Kuwaiti theatrical landscape with ambitious steps, having concluded the 25th edition of the Kuwait Theatre Festival with a notable achievement: the play “Ma Laysa Li” (What Is Not Mine) was awarded the prize for Best Complete Theatrical Production, alongside securing five main awards at the festival. This achievement is not merely another accolade added to the troupe’s record, but a milestone reflecting the effort behind the work and confirming that Kuwaiti theatre remains capable of delivering experiences that earn appreciation and leave a mark on audiences and those interested in the theatrical movement. Alongside this artistic presence, the troupe is also witnessing a renewal in its administrative structure, with director Abdulmohsen Al-Mutawa joining the board of directors of the Gulf Arab Theatre Troupe and taking charge of the Public Relations Committee, a move that adds a young name with experience and a strong presence in the theatrical scene to the administrative team. The board was formed under the chairmanship of Mitham Badr, with Ahmed Rashid Al-Tamar serving as Secretary General, Badr Nasser Salmeen as Treasurer, and Abdullah Ali Al-Busairi chairing the Cultural Committee, while Abdulmohsen Al-Mutawa leads the Public Relations Committee. The formation was announced in the presence of representatives from the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters, Maryam Abdulrahim and Wael Al-Jaber. This new lineup comes at a time when the troupe’s agenda appears crowded with upcoming commitments. The ambitions of the Gulf Arab Theatre Troupe are not confined to local participation; they extend to the Gulf stage, as the troupe prepares to represent Kuwait at the upcoming Gulf Theatre Festival, hosted by the Emirate of Fujairah in November, through “Ma Laysa Li,” written and directed by Ali Buland. The play enters the Gulf competition carrying a successful track record from the Kuwait Theatre Festival, giving its participation a special dimension, especially since the work managed to attract attention and appreciation in the local competition. Meanwhile, the troupe is opening another window onto the theatrical movement through its preparation to participate in the third edition of the Back Stage Theatre Festival, scheduled for November at the Salmiya Club Theatre, with the play “Wa Al-Tali” (And Next), written by Istiqlal Mallah and directed by Meshal Al-Eidan, featuring a number of young artists. Between “Ma Laysa Li” and “Wa Al-Tali,” the troupe’s current image appears broader: an achievement realized, upcoming participations, a new board continuing its work, and names stepping forward to continue the journey of a venerable troupe that began years ago.