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New Play “Love Omar” Revisits Sharif’s 1983 Chichester Debut

4/28/2026

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Playwright Hannah Khalil is creating “Love Omar” about actor Omar Sharif’s 1983 Chichester appearance.
Omar Sharif led the 1983 production of “The Sleeping Prince”.
Actress Debbie Arnold recalled Omar Sharif dyeing his moustache darker, prompting laughter, while Ishia Bennison attended the party where Omar Sharif kissed her hand.
Director Chris White said the theatre lost its Martini sponsor while fans gathered outside as Omar Sharif arrived.

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Playwright Hannah Khalil is creating “Love Omar” about actor Omar Sharif’s 1983 Chichester appearance.
Omar Sharif led the 1983 production of “The Sleeping Prince”.
Actress Debbie Arnold recalled Omar Sharif dyeing his moustache darker, prompting laughter, while Ishia Bennison attended the party where Omar Sharif kissed her hand.
Director Chris White said the theatre lost its Martini sponsor while fans gathered outside as Omar Sharif arrived.