“ I count myself very lucky to have caught the Golden Thread production of "Drowning in Cairo." Such rich and complex characters, with a story that pulls at you from every imaginable angle. I mourn for the young joy I wish the characters were able to have. Funny and bitter sweet, with many images that will stay with me for a long time. I highly recommend reading or seeing a production of this play if you are given the opportunity! ”

“ A brilliant and beautifully told story that makes excellent use of live theater with the design elements and transitions described within. Taha, Moody, and Khalid are such distinct and supremely complex characters, and Adam Ashraf Elsayigh renders them with nuance and care. What a fascinating and powerful examination of the very different paths people carve out for themselves when living within oppressive circumstances. The playing with chronology raised tension and stakes, and it allowed for a careful and intentional unfolding of information and character growth. I sincerely hope I see a production of this potent story sometime soon! ”