No'man Ashour

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No'man Ashour (January 1918-5 April 1987) was an Egyptian poet and playwright, born in Mit Ghamr, Dakahlia Governorate.[1] He is most known for the foundation of realism in the Egyptian drama. Moreover he considered comedy as the best medium to reflect reality, even if it is painful and serious.[2]

Plays

List of plays that Ashour wrote:

  • The Magnet – 1955
  • Time Game – 1980
  • Secret of the Universe – 1970
  • The Grinding Mill
  • Al-Doghri Family
  • Three Nights
  • Countries Afar – 1976
  • People Upstairs

References

  1. Library of Congress Name Authority file
  2. No'man Ashour on Egyptian State Information Service

External links


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