Wael Shawky, Drama 1882

History becomes opera in Wael Shawky’s globally acclaimed work Drama 1882.

Blending fact, speculation and fiction, globally acclaimed artist Wael Shawky retells a pivotal moment in modern Egyptian history in eight mesmerising scenes.   

With spectacular costumes and vibrant painterly sets, Drama 1882 recounts a pivotal moment in modern Egyptian history, known as the ‘Urabi Revolt (1879–1882). This mesmerising 45-minute opera portrays key events in the uprising that marked the beginning of British colonial rule in the region.

Directed, choreographed and composed by Wael Shawky (b. 1971, Alexandria, Egypt), Drama 1882 features a cast of Egyptian performers who sing in classical Arabic.

Immerse yourself now and see history as opera, only at the MCA Australia.