Viva La Vita play at Riyadh Season: Dates and ticket bookings
The Saudi capital, Riyadh, is preparing to host one of the most prominent theatrical productions of the season, with the comedy play "Viva La Vita" opening on January 9 at the Mohammed Al Ali Theater. The show is scheduled to run until January 15, offering audiences a unique artistic experience that blends laughter with profound human emotions. This performance is part of a series of distinguished theatrical productions featured in Riyadh Season, which has become a global entertainment destination attracting visitors from around the world.
The announcement of the play came via the official account of Advisor Turki bin Abdulmohsen Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), who shared the promotional trailer with the public, commenting: “Between comedy and drama, enjoy the play ‘Viva La Vita’ starring the artist Bassam Kousa and a host of other stars.” This production underscores the Authority’s commitment to providing high-quality entertainment content that combines artistic merit with visual enjoyment.
The play's plot: When Hamlet changes reality
The play "Viva La Vita" unfolds as a captivating dramatic comedy and spectacle, its plot beginning with a heartfelt wish from the iconic character Hamlet, which turns his world upside down. In this enchanting journey, sorrow transforms into love, darkness into vibrant colors, and hope replaces despair. The production relies on reimagining the characters and granting them a chance at a life they never dreamed of, in a performance that celebrates the power of wishes and believes that a single moment can change everything.
The importance of theater in Riyadh Season
The significance of the "Viva La Vita" show extends beyond its artistic merit; it represents a vital part of the vibrant cultural and artistic movement underway in Saudi Arabia. Riyadh Season has successfully revitalized Arab theater by attracting leading stars and theater professionals from across the Arab world, providing them with substantial production resources and state-of-the-art theaters like the Mohammed Al Ali Theater. This initiative reflects the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to bolster the entertainment sector and establish Riyadh as a cultural and artistic hub in the region.
The cast and stars of the play
The production boasts a stellar cast of drama and theater stars from across the Arab world, lending it significant artistic weight. The renowned actor Bassam Kousa headlines the show, alongside the talented Aseel Omran, and a distinguished ensemble cast including Alaa Al Zoghbi, Ayman Abdel Salam, Al Farazdaq Diab, Khaled Shabat, Shadi Safadi, Karam Shanan, Nadine Tahseen Beck, Nancy Khoury, and Wissam Reda. The work relies on a cohesive dramatic structure that blends professional acting, singing, and visual spectacle to deliver a complete theatrical experience with a universal language and a humanistic spirit that resonates deeply with the audience.
The gathering of these brilliant names under the umbrella of Riyadh Season confirms the status that the season has reached as a comprehensive platform for Arab creativity, where different artistic schools converge to present a rich feast of high-quality art that respects the taste of the audience and is in line with international standards for live performances.
