The Theatre Section of the second Mehr Festival featured eleven selected theatrical works performed on 30 September till 1 October at the Mehromah Cultural and Artistic Complex, under the theme Mother.
During the Theatre Café program on 3 October, jury members discussed the evaluation process, emphasizing diverse aesthetic perspectives, the importance of strong direction, and the relationship between performance and audience. Suggestions were also made to support future productions through acting workshops.
Ten groups participated, with eight selected for live performances. Judging was conducted in three categories: Best Director Best Actress Best Actor Additionally, two special mentions were awarded in directing and acting (male and female), without specific ranking.
Winners
Best Director
first Place :
Narges Kashani
Delirium Writer: Narges Kashani
Second Place :
Mazdak Aliabadi
The Retreating World Play by : Naomi Wallace
Third Place :
Shabnam Behvar
Marriage; Crime and Punishment Writer : Shabnam Behvar