And Here I Am
Duration
75mins, without an interval
Genre
Drama, Comedy
Age Suitability
16+
Language
English
SYNOPSIS
Based on the life and performed by Ahmed Tobasi, this gripping coming-of-age story spans the First and Second Intifada. Following his epic journey from the battle-scarred alleys of Jenin Camp, to the confines of Israeli prison, from armed resistance against invasion, to cultural resistance against eradication.
Combining fact and fantasy, tragedy and comedy, award-winning writer Hassan Abdulrazzak captures an extraordinary odyssey of defiance and the unbreakable pursuit of freedom. And Here I Am is both a powerful Palestinian tale of the past and an urgent story of the present.
Every show will be followed by a post-show conversation with the artist.
AKVARIOUS NOTE
As we mark 25 years, we’re celebrating by not just looking back, but looking outward — towards bold, international stories that speak to our values and our audiences. And Here I Am is one such story.
This production also continues our long and fruitful relationship with playwright Hassan Abdulrazzak, whose earlier works Baghdad Wedding and Love, Bombs and Apples were presented by Akvarious to Indian audiences with great success and resonance.
Bringing this production to India is both a creative and cultural choice — one that reflects Akvarious’ evolving identity as a company rooted in local realities but curious about the world. In this landmark year, we want to champion storytelling that connects across borders and brings urgent, underrepresented voices into Indian conversations.
Credits
| Written by | Hassan Abdulrazzak |
| Based on the life and performed by | Ahmed Tobasi |
| Directed by | Zoe Lafferty |
| Light Design by | Andy Purve & Jess Bernberg |
| Sound Design by | Max Pappenheim |
| Movement Director | Lanre Malaolu |
| Technical Director | Samra Bulbol |
| Translation into Arabic by | Eyas Younis |
| Vocal Coach | Amiee Leonard |
| Original Producer | Developing Artists |
| Currently produced by | Artists On The Frontline |
| India Tour presented by | Akvarious Productions |
| India Tour managed by | Adi Shastri |
| India Tour supported by | Literature Live!, Spotlight Forum, Natarani, Ark Foundation |
INDIA TOUR SCHEDULE
MUMBAI @ LITERATURE LIVE!
PUNE
AHMEDABAD
VADODARA
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