‘The readier you are, the better chance of survival you have’
Pack Bag. Set timer. Run. Repeat.
Mariam knows the army often drops small warning bombs – a knock on the roof – giving tenants in Gaza 5-15 minutes to evacuate before their home is destroyed.
With dry wit and determination, Mariam meticulously rehearses for the run of her life, deliberating what – and who- she can take with her.
Written by and starring Khawla Ibraheem, this unforgettable new play about obsession, survival and everyday life in Gaza is directed and developed by Obie Award winner Oliver Butler (What the Constitution Means to Me), coming to the Royal Court direct from an Off-Broadway run at New York Theatre Workshop.
Post-show Talk Tues 4 Mar
A conversation with writer Khawla Ibraheem. This event is free with a ticket to that evening’s performance.
'Not merely a piece of theatre, a story like this one truly makes you think'
Corr Blimey
'Stunning, funny and heartbreaking solo performance'
The Scotsman
'Gently compelling'
The Stage
'Devastating and essential'
Fest Mag
'Exceptional'
WhatsOnStage
Oliver Butler‘s direction is pitch perfect'
The Wee Review
'Excellently paced'
All Edinburgh Theatre
'A timely eye-opener'
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Fri 7 Mar 7.30pm
This performance will be Captioned with a Familiarisation Tour at 7pm. For more information, see the Access page on our website.