Iran’s ‘Autumn Dream’ honored at ABU radio festival
Iranian director and actor Fereydoun Mehrabi's radio drama ‘Autumn Dream,’ based on Nader Ebrahimi's novel ‘Once Again the City I Loved,’ received a Special Mention in the Radio Play category at the 2025 ABU Asia-Pacific Radio Festival.
Mehrabi adapted the original novel into a radio play, capturing its romantic and poetic essence. He aimed to create a reflective and impactful atmosphere through sound, stating, “Nader Ebrahimi's words always captivate me; I designed a story that preserves the novel's content while adding my preferred dramatic and auditory elements,” IRNA reported.
He emphasized the importance of modernizing traditional radio acting techniques, guiding actors to build atmosphere, rhythm, and connection.
The production's success was bolstered by the cast's exceptional performances, transforming even the most challenging moments into compelling segments. Audience feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing deep appreciation for the piece.
Mehrabi expressed pride in representing Iran on the international stage, stating, "I'm grateful that this success was achieved for me and my country."
Mehrabi plans to direct a new radio drama featuring ten English-speaking actors, with himself taking on one of the roles. He hinted at adapting a renowned global literary work, promising more details soon.
He concluded with a message to aspiring radio dramatists, "I hope to collaborate with fellow enthusiasts of auditory storytelling to create remarkable works."