Annual Report 2014
Overview – 2014 Annual Report | The Freedom Theatre In 2014, The Freedom Theatre expanded its impact through theatre, education, and cultural resistance. The theatre produced seven plays, graduated its third class from the Theatre School, and launched new multimedia and outreach programs reaching thousands across the West Bank and internationally. Despite the ongoing occupation […]
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 […]
Louse and Lice
The Freedom Theatre Production (2019)Written by: Milad GhalibDirected by: Ahmed TobasiPerformed by: Samah Mahmoud & Khalil Al-BatranScenography: Fairouze NastasMusic: Hassan SheikhLighting & Set Execution: Ahmed MatahenSound Engineering: Sami Al-SadiPhotography & Media: Mohammed MoawiaProducer: Mustafa Sheta About the Play Louse and Lice is a playful, fast-paced children’s production that tackles one of the simplest yet most essential topics in a child’s daily life: personal hygiene. Through humor, […]
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. […]
Fairuz’ Secret
The Freedom Theatre Production (2019)Written by: Mélanie DahlDirected by: Ahmed TobasiPuppets by: Nidal KhateebArtistic Preparation: Fidaa ZidanPerformed by: Arwa Hleihl, Majde Nazzal, Munther BannourahScenography: Ahmed MatahenLighting: Adnan NaghnaghiaSound Engineering: Sami Al-SadiPoster Design & Photography: Mohammed Moawia Producer: Mustafa Sheta About the Play Fairuz’ Secret is a heartwarming puppet theatre production for children, blending humour, imagination, […]