The Freedom Theatre Announces Change in Artistic Leadership
June 28, 2024 Jenin Refugee Camp The Board of Directors of The Freedom Theatre announces that Ahmed Tobasi, who served as Artistic Director from June 2020 until June 2024, has concluded his role with the theatre as of June 2024. During his tenure, Tobasi contributed to the artistic development of the theatre through programming, collaborations, […]
New Board of Directors (2025–2027)
The Freedom Theatre, based in Jenin Refugee Camp, is proud to announce the formation of its 10th Board of Directors (2025–2027). This new board brings together a group of dedicated professionals from diverse fields, reflecting the rich social and cultural fabric of the Jenin community. 🟣 Board Members: Additional members:Rawan Lahlouh, Sanabel Nabhan, Mai Sinan, […]
Chair of the Freedom Theatre Board Arrested
Statement from The Freedom Theatre on the arrest of Bilal Al-Sadi Published On 1 Oct 2022 This afternoon Bilal Al-Sadi, Chair of the Freedom Theatre Board, was taken by the Israeli army. He was travelling through Zaatar military checkpoint with Mustafa Sheta, Producer at The Freedom Theatre, when the arrest occurred. They were both returning from a meeting with […]
ZAKARIA ZUBEIDI
ZAKARIA ZUBEIDI Compiled by Johanna WallinOriginally published in The Freedom Theatre: Performing Cultural Resistance in Palestine, edited by Ola Johansson and Johanna Wallin, LeftWord Books, 2018.(Reference link: https://mayday.leftword.com/the-freedom-theatre.html) Much has been written about Zakaria Zubeidi as the former leader of the al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades, one of the main resistance groups in Jenin refugee camp during […]
Annual Report 2020
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The Freedom Theatre Appoints Ahmed Tobasi as New Artistic Director
The Freedom Theatre is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ahmed Tobasi as its new Artistic Director. Born in Jenin Refugee Camp, Tobasi’s personal journey reflects the intertwined cultural and political struggles that shape Palestinian identity. Growing up amid the harsh realities of the Israeli occupation, the first and second Intifadas, and the repeated invasions […]
COVID-19 Update – March 31 2020
Coronavirus Update: The Freedom Theatre Response Following the recent Coronavirus outbreak, the President of Palestine announced a state of emergency for 30 days starting March 5, 2020, which is likely to be extended in the coming weeks and possibly months. Like many places around the world, the West Bank is gradually adjusting to the realities […]
Kids of Jenin Camp documentary film coming soon!
The Freedom Theatre Collaborates on Feature Documentary “Kids of Jenin Camp” The Freedom Theatre is thrilled to announce its role as the official producer of the feature documentary film, “Kids of Jenin Camp.” “Kids of Jenin Camp” is a long-term documentary that follows the daily lives of ten children growing up in Jenin Refugee Camp. […]
Join the Freedom Ride 2020!
The Freedom Bus is Back on the Road: Join the 2020 Freedom Ride! In April 2020, the Freedom Bus will return to the streets! Since 2011, we have invited friends and comrades from around the world to join us in Palestine for the annual Freedom Ride, an initiative organized by The Freedom Theatre in partnership […]
Experimental Freedom Bus Ride
Acting Students Take Part in Experimental Freedom Bus Tour In October 2019, students from The Freedom Theatre’s acting school embarked on an experimental Freedom Bus tour. Led by resident artist and theatre graduate Faisal Abu Alhayjaa, the group visited some of the most oppressed areas of the West Bank, including the Jordan Valley and Hebron. […]