Tayseer Idris: Syrian drama suffers from a gap in writing Tayseer Idris calls for serious investment in young talent

In a critical reading of the current Syrian drama scene, Syrian actor Tayseer Idris raised a series of observations about the reality of drama production, arguing that the core crisis does not lie in the absence of artistic names, but in the weakness of the scripts on which productions are built, despite ongoing production activity and the large number of directors and actors in the field.

Idris believes that Syrian drama today suffers from a clear gap in writing, pointing out that the number of experienced drama writers does not match the scale of current production, which directly affects the quality of works and their ability to compete and remain in artistic memory.

He stressed that the script is the foundation of any successful work, even with experienced actors and directors, explaining that any imbalance in this equation inevitably leads to a decline in the overall quality of the production.

A call for serious investment in youth

Idris called for serious investment in young writers through specialized training programs and writing workshops, alongside creating a more stable production environment based on real financial support, noting that the economic factor remains the key driver of artistic production.

He also addressed the growing trend of some productions chasing popularity through actors’ names or “trends” rather than script quality, warning that this approach could strip works of their artistic value in the long term.

He pointed out that digital presence and rapid fame sometimes overshadow real performance standards, while true artistic value should be measured by depth of performance and authenticity of acting, not by views or engagement.

In a related context, Idris expressed concern over the continued lack of sufficient funding in Syrian cinema, stating that this situation weakens its development and limits its presence both locally and across the Arab world.

Regarding the most recent Ramadan drama season, he noted that the presented works showed noticeable diversity and received positive audience feedback, including the series “Al-Khorooj ila Al-Bi’r”.

Idris also supported Syrian drama’s approach to historical periods, stressing that success in this genre depends on high accuracy in research and documentation to ensure a realistic representation.

It is worth noting that Idris participated in the last Ramadan season through two works, “Al-Yateem” and “Bikhams Arwah,” where he portrayed two very different characters. One of them drew particular attention, as he played the role of a father struggling with addiction and indifference, in a performance marked by strong emotional intensity and clear harmony with the character’s internal transformations.