"Queen Bilqis" is not just a love play named after the famous Queen of Sheba; it is a landmark in the history of modern Egyptian literature and theater. It is the first play by an Egyptian writer and actress, Latifa Abdullah, giving it a double value within the pages of literary heritage. The play is presented within a dramatic narrative framework far removed from the well-known historical narrative of the Queen of Sheba, yet it pulsates with imagination and creativity, embodying the struggle between passion and destiny on stage in the late nineteenth century. This play marked the beginnings of the theatrical movement in Egypt, performed with minimal effort on wooden stages. However, it left a profound cultural impact and highlighted the pioneering role of Egyptian women in enriching the literary and theatrical arts. Reading this play takes us back to the beginnings, when words and acting combined to provide audiences with refined enjoyment despite the limited resources.

لطيفة عبد الله (مواليد القرن العشرين) كاتبة مصرية. كتبت في المسرح والصحافة الأدبية. تناولت قضايا المرأة والأسرة في أعمالها. وكانت من الأصوات النسائية المؤثرة في الأدب المصري.