'Mounir Kesrouani, and for many years, has made people laugh, by portraying our society's problems vividly and ingeniously in a manner that touches their inner thoughts.' Nadine-1994

'Mounir Kesrouani is a dramatist who is loved by many because of the clarity of his expression and because he defends people's problems and concerns. Mounir is not just an actor, but also a well informed director and playwright. This production left a trace inside people's hearts whereby the interplay between the actor and the audience was a great success.' Al-Hasnaa 1994

'Mounir Kesrouani's play Wizara Lilhuwarah is like a fruit basket, rich, fully developed, and dynamic, for two hours of uninterrupted joy. The script is fully developed. At the end one walks out of the play and feels devoted to the great star as ever.' Wafaa-1993

' Kesrouani's theatre is marked by the succession events, precision of psychological analysis, and realism of script. Finally we wish Mounir Kesrouani, the playwright, actor, poet, and piper, and his innovative colleagues the best of luck'. Al-Bayraq-1993

'Mounir Kesrouani, as an actor, owns the stage to extent that he does not look as if he is moving around. On the contrary, the stage appears to be the pulse that beats inside him. He has the unique ability to reunite the audience with their problems and concerns on stage'. The Army Magazine 1994

'An artist with diversified talents who designed a special plan for his career, through which he was able to reach people's hearts, with productions that address the land, country, people, and superiors with spontaneity and ingenuousness. He reminds us of the past, of the traditions of the South, in a comic and sometimes, dramatic manner. He is the successful dramatist Mounir Kesrouani'. Hiwayati-1993

'Mounir Kesrouani manifested a tremendous ability in embodying the psychological states that are assumed by the six characters. Especially the role of the southern peasant that he delivered with high precision, and in which he excelled with Mireille Panousian. They were able to speak the southern accent with great sincerity and interaction'. Acharq-1993

'Mounir Kesrouani, the rebel whose heart beats with patriotism, performs in a dramatic, realistic and symbolic way, embodied with constructive criticism. Out of the vast number of plays that have invaded the country, this production remains original and unique. There lies the secret of his success. Mounir Kesrouani, and through this production, promotes his village, and dreams on and on, he dreams of coming back and he can't wait'. The Lebanese Guide-1994

'The well-rounded artist Mounir Ksrouani, with a well-developed approach, is characterized by depth and objectivity of analysis and creativity of performance'. Attahari-1993

'The play is a startling and scandalous expression of all what is plotted against the humble people, presented in the form of ironic comedy. The production is a new and impressive artistic landmark, and the future will witness its success. Mounir Kesrouani had the guts to shed the light on this sufferance and give it the weight it deserves. Sahar-1994

'The success of this production lies behind the sincerity of the script and theatrical techniques, in addition to the integration of the topic with the daily concerns of people especially the threatened southern citizens and the aggrieved peasants'. Al-Amn-1994

'The play Wizarah Lilhuwarah is a high quality production that is marked by its seriousness, and is an enjoyable entertaining show with a local color'. The Guide of the Week-1993

'After more than a quarter of a century of creative artistic contributions of the artist Mounir kesrouani, the talented intellectual'
How did The Ministry of Culture reward this artist who is a model of giving and ingenuity?' Thursday Night Magazine August-1994

'Everyone in Beirut has appreciated Kesrouani's works for so long and they still do.' Asimat Alawasem

'Kesrouani's theatre is marked by the succession of events, precision of psychological analysis, and the realism and delicacy of dialogue'. Bairaq ' 5.07.1993

'After a series of successful productions, the artist Mounir Kesrouani has proven to be a competent and successful artist not only on stage, but also on T.V.' Caricature Magazine- Issue no.6

'The South has a special place in Mounir's heart, and it inspired him to perform the role of the funniest character, Ismain. Annahar Guide, May 12,1995

'Mounir Kesrouani's theatre lays the finger on our deepest wounds. He is the best improviser on stage.' Addiyar-12.11.1993

'Mounir Kesrouani is not prejudiced or hypocritical. He is distinguished by his perceptive humanistic and patriotic stand. Assafir-21\1\1994

'There is a need to commend a new comic character, Mounir Kesrouani, who played ' George', and his performance was easy and convincing. I predict that he will play a more important role in the future.' Issam Mahfouz Al-Manar-1994

'He does not resemble school teachers at all. You would not know how he pulls out the flute. He plays very successful roles when the situation requires comic characters.' Michel Meaiki Al-Hasnaa-1980

'Mounir Kesrouani, the actor with two faces and two styles. He astonished us, and made us explore a character from within. That is what was obvious on his fatigued face. I want to greet this blissful artist from the bottom of my heart.' Mahmoud Nasser Al-Hasnaa 1980

'An agreeable face, and goodness of feelings and behavior.. These are the three features that distinguish Mounir Kesrouani, the actor performing the remarkable role, and for whom the audiences of the play 'Mouamara Mustamira' applauds enthusiastically every night'. Henry El-kek Dalila-1980

'When Mounir Kesrouani appears on stage, he brings joy to the stage itself.' Ashiraa-20.12.1996

'Kesrouani is an unique comedian.' Samir Kamel Al-Hayat- August 16,1994

'He manifested great talent. Mounir Kesrouani who excelled in the role of a southern peasant, and never deviated from his spontaneity'. Sahar-1985

'The originality of the talented artist, Mounir Kesrouani, captivates the audience. He acts in order to express his thoughts and feelings'. Raji Ashkouty Al-Amal-1985

'Mounir Kesrouani, in playing the role of a southern peasant, was distinguished by his creativity and flexibility that captivated the audience. Anahar Al-Arabi Wa Duwali- 1985

'Mounir Kesrouani plays a role different from his personality and succeeds. Not only that, but also most of the credit goes to his notable presence, movement, and his ability to shift from one scene to another. He is the actor who is capable of understanding everyone and overcoming obstacles.' Joseph Abi Daher Al-Anwar 1986

'Mounir Kesrouani in his play 'Bayi Badou Bay' is a model of acompetent and proficient actor'. Adiyar-1988

'Mounir Kesrouani, who has the most notable presence is able to shift from one character to another and avoid commonness. He is a competent actor, and handles every character the way it deserves'. Jean Qassis, Al-Massira 1986

'Mounir Kesrouani is, as usual, competent and a master'. Joseph Qurdahi Assayad 1986

'Mounir Kesrouani is a talented artist in more than one field.' Nadine-1987

'Mounir Kesrouani's tunes, as he plays the flute, have the influence of a soft autumn breeze' M.M.-Annahar-28\1\1987

'He is a compassionate actor indeed. He communicates all the feelings of a brokenhearted person smoothly in his play' Binnisbeh La Bukra Shou', with great flexibility and efficiency.' Zafer Azar Al-Bayraq-1987

'It does not mean that Mounir Kesrouani was unsuccessful in playing the role of Zakaria, on the contrary, he gave the character remarkable presence and tried to play around with it and mobilized it. His moments of silence are very significant and symbolic.' Abdo Wazen, Annahar 1987

'Had Mounir Kesrouani not been able to handle the role in his own style, considering that it was supposed to be played by Ziad, it would have been a detrimental adventure.' Nuhad Al-Hayek, Annahar Al-Arabi Wa Duwali 1987

'Mounir Kesuouani manifested great courage in playing the role of Zakaria that was written by Ziad Rahbani. He was extremely proud after the experience'. Alwan-1987

'Mounir Kesrouani is very funny and talented indeed. His absence makes everyone sense the emptiness, and his appearance on stage motivates everyone to laugh all the time'. Abdul Ghani Tleise, Sahar-1991

'Mounir Kesrouani has mastered good local symbols, and..? Al-Kifah Al-Arabi Nicholas Daniel- Chairman of the Theatre department In the Faculty of Arts-2nd branch.

'The dramatist Mounir Kesrouani is one of the most prominent comedians who has proved himself to be a well-informed actor with diversified talents. Mounir is a comedian who has impressed the Lebanese audience in many theatrical productions that attracted a lot of attention'. Assiyaseh Al-Kuwaitiya July 3rd,1996

'The artist Mounir Kesrouani is a highly committed southern citizen who is proud of his roots. He is known for his southern character'. Al-Majal Al-Kuwaitiya

'His voice is a handful of yellow dust loaded with the scent of tobacco from the south. His eyes are like a ray of light that highlights the pain and irony'. Fun Magazine 29\7\1997

'The play 'Falat Limlaq' is still showing for the second year, raising hot issues and problems'. The Army Magazine May 1997

'The play 'Falat Limlaq' lays the hand on a deep wound that symbolized doubting the human conscience'. Ashabakah Dec. 15th,1997

'Congratulations to the country in which you were a comedian, and your stage represented the platform of criticism and reconciliation, yet you expressed your country's concerns and tragedies'. Al-Bayraq May,28,1997

'Mounir Kesrouani is a successful and sincere actor who is devoted to humanistic issues. He is kind-hearted and in deep pain.' Khuloud- Sept. 97

Dear Mounir,

With your caricatures on a small simple unsophisticated stage, you were able to make people laugh objectively. You laid the hand on the wound.' Ahmad Zeineddine Alwan- Sept. 97

'Mounir Kesrouani has become inseparable from our daily concers, our continuous pain, and the suffering of this country and its citizens.' Assadah- April 97

'Mounir Kesrouani made us used to his serious productions that are committed to man's problems and concerns.' Ashams- Aug. 96

'Mounir Kesrouani's theatre is free in its simplicity and depth. It amazes the audience, sheds the light on everything that is fake, and makes us laugh and cry.' Merdouk Ashami, Al-Binaa, 15.02.97

Paper Headlines

'Mounir Kesrouani is a cry, The play Falat Limlaq is more of a cry before it€s too late.' Al-Ousbou Al-Arabi April 22nd, 1996

'Generally speaking, the play Falat Limlaq is a constructive work that highlights pain.' Khudor Haidar Nadine- April 22,1996

'Mounir Kesrouani continues to lay the hand on the bleeding wound with the spontaneity of the average citizen.' Asharq- April 12th, 96

'In his play Falat Limlaq, Kesrouani reminds us of the beginnings of Charlie Chaplin.' Edgar Davidian, L'Orient Le Jour, April 12th, 1996

'Kesrouani did not expect what he accomplished in this production of course, but he deserves it, since the play kept going for more than two years.' Annahar Guide March 29th, 1996

'MounirKesrouani's play Falat Limlaq: We must commend Mounir Kesrouani's high competency that enabled him to keep moving for more than two consecutive hours.' Al-Masira, April 14th, 1997

'The play Falat Limlaq aims at entertaining, educating and guiding the audience in a comic and daring way.' Omaiya Dirgham Annahar Nov. 25th, 97

'From his words, one can sense the severity of suffering that he is trying to communicate. Kesrouani deserves the title 'artist' par excellence. Ashayaa-Feb 3rd,95

'Mounir Kesrouani made his way and maintained a mediocre stand between his critics and audience.' Nidaa Alwatan Dec. 27th, 1996

'In Mounir Kesrouani's play, Falat Limlaq, the script is harmonious and there is an awareness of the shortcomings of the stereotypical theatre. The importance of Kesrouani's theatre lies in the fact that it addresses people's problems as well as national issues. Kesrouani is an important memory in the minds of people who forget and forgive very easily.' Ghada Fouad Saman Alliwaa-Dec.25,1996

'May Mounir Kesrouani excuse me for using the title of his current production Falat Limlaq. Yes, the situation has gone out of hand indeed in this small country.' Awad Shaaban, Assafir- June 6,1996

'Mounir Kesrouani is coming from the core of the country and is aware of all its peculiarities and culture. Falat Limlaq is a true portrayal of reality. Kesrouani is sending messages when there is no one there to listen.' Abbas Issa, Zahrat Al-Janoub 96

'Mounir Kesrouani deserves the admiration of the audience, and he has the right to be proud of the accomplishments achieved in his play Falat Limlaq now that it is still showing for its second year. The significance and value of this work is increasing considering the current drawbacks of the Lebanese theatre in general. Kesrouani succeeded because he was honest, and he experienced people's problems and concerns since they are his anyway. He succeeded because he was aware from the very beginning that the theatre should address all classes. Last but not least, he succeeded because he works hard and sweats.
The success of Wizara Lilhuwara is reiterated in Falat Limlaq which confirms that it is not a coincidence nor is it miraculous. The taste of success is great after hard work. Congratulations to Mounir Kesrouani and his group, and for the occasion: his friends gathered around him with Mireille Panousian and the group of Falat Limlaq on Monday the 21st of march. The play is one year old'. Annahar Guide March 28th, 1997

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