True-life, Solo show
Hagar: War Mother
Amena Shehab / Alma Theatre / Mistletoe & Gorse Productions
One woman’s odyssey to escape Syria’s brutal war with her son, who should be having his first birthday party. Hagar’s a dreamer, but she never dreamt she’d be a refugee. Now she’s negotiating with smugglers and betrayed by friends, but the warmongers won’t stop this mother. A passionate story of fighting for a better future, whatever the cost. Written by Aksam Alyousef. Performed by Amena Shehab, a Palestinian-Syrian-Canadian, a refugee twice over. Nominated for Outstanding Fringe Performance, Drama, in Theatre Alberta’s Sterling Awards 2020. Produced by Joanna Blundell. ‘A heartbreaking story, beautifully told’ ****½ (Edmonton Journal).
Get access to
-
Theatre
-
£10.00 -
2-10 August 2024 -
45 minutes -
theSpace on the Mile -
Age 14+ (Guideline) -
Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing
