Mahmoud Shokoko on Stage, Cairo, c.1950s \ Photograph

A vintage photograph of the Egyptian actor and comedian Mahmoud Shokoko, known for his charismatic stage presence and folk humor. Dressed in a traditional gallabeya, Shokoko performs beside a painted backdrop featuring one of his famous puppet characters. A beloved figure in mid-20th-century Egyptian popular culture, he gained fame for his comic monologues, musical sketches, and memorable roles in theater and cinema.