Marina brings over two decades of cultural experience and a voice from the theater and performing arts sector in Palestine. She will be discussing the organisation’s powerful story and impactful work through Al Harah Theater and its work in the West Bank.
This talk forms part of a wider tour where Marina will speak in venues across the UK about the current situation in Palestine and the role of theater in helping children, young people and the community overcome trauma. She hopes it will provide an opportunity for UK audiences to hear firsthand from a Palestinian activist in the cultural sector and for the establishment of new partnerships and collaborations.
About Marina Barham
Marina Barham is co-founder and General Director of Al-Harah Theater and has been an active cultural operator in Palestine, the Middle East and Europe since 1998. She was President of the Palestinian Performing Arts Network from 2019-2021, a Board member and Global Connector 2021 of the International Network for Contemporary Performing Arts (IETM) and a Fellow of ISPA & Salzburg Global Seminar.
About Al-Harah Theater
Al-Harah Theater is dedicated to creating transformative theatre experiences for audiences of all ages, with a commitment to authenticity and accessibility, touring locally to regionally and internationally, reaching refugee camps, villages, cities and especially marginalized areas.
Notable Awards and Networks
Al-Harah Theater has been the recipient of numerous awards for its outstanding contributions to the arts, including Best Director (Palestine National Theater Festival), Best Actor (Free Theater Festival), and Special Awards at various prestigious festivals. The theatre is also a proud member of several local, regional, and international networks, fostering collaboration and exchange.
