How do you leave when you can’t leave?
Karim and Beth watch the trains roll in and dream of getting out of this small town. Joe searches the streets of Tahmoor for hidden treasures that might help pay the bills. Abdul opens his home and his heart to a young man in need…
Written by the three-time nominated playwright at the NSW Premier’s Literary Award, James Elazzi (Lady Tabouli, Queen Fatima and Son of Byblos) weaves his signature humour and tenderness in this brand-new play. Set on the rural outskirts of New South Wales, Karim tells a complex story of family ties and generational divides as young Karim’s life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers an oud, a traditional Middle Eastern instrument, and realises that this may be the key to a new destiny.
Join us for this world-premiere production that shows love can be found in the most unexpected of places.
Join us on Thursday 1 August for a post-show in-conversation/Q&A with Patrick Abboud and Karim playwright James Elazzi.
"Elazzi has a proven eye for blending the tender and humorous"
"...Much beauty in its rawness, a must see"
"A fine example of collaborative vision and close ensemble work"
Writer James Elazzi
Director James Elazzi
Director Shane Anthony
Set & Costume Designer James Browne
Lighting Designer Frankie Clarke
Sound Designer & Composer Aimme Falzon
Stage Manager Saz Watson
Intimacy Director Trish Speers
Starring Youssef Sabet, Jane Phegan, Andrew Cutcliffe, Alex Malone & George Kanaan
Education Group Price Available
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$30 ea
1 teacher free for every 20 students booked.
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In English
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Companion Card accepted
Assistive Hearing system available (FM)
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