Presented by Comhlámh Justice for Palestine
A powerful testament to resilience under the occupation.
This powerful and thought-provoking piece of political theatre was written by Einat Weizman, an Israeli Jewish citizen, in conjunction with two Palestinian political prisoners. It shines light on the plight of Palestinian prisoners, the most hidden victims of the Israeli occupation, focusing on the personal and collective experiences of the prisoners and their families.
The play is the result of a long research process of interviewing and hearing testimonies from prisoners and ex-prisoners, who are actively involved at every stage of the creation of this show. The prison experiences uncovered include interrogations, hunger strikes, solitary confinement and family visits, as well as diving into the prisoners’ consciousness.
The play reveals a harrowing and brutal reality but also an account of human endurance and solidarity.
10% of all ticket sales will go to Addameer, the Prisoner Support and Human Rights Association.
Warnings: This production contains scenes depicting violence, torture, oppression, sexual violence, and the psychological impact of incarceration. Some moments may be intensely emotional and triggering for audiences. Audience discretion advised.
WRITTEN BY Einat Weizman, with Palestinian political prisoners
DIRECTED BY Martin Maguire
PRODUCED BY Diarmuid O’Brien, with Comhlámh Justice for Palestine
PRODUCTION MANAGER Annie Hoey
TICKETS €42/€27 | €35/€22 (Concession)
RUNNING TIME 75 mins
*On the Wednesday evening there will be a Gala Fundraising Night for Addameer, with tickets priced at €42 | €35. There will be a pre-show drinks reception with Palestinian nibbles, and a post-show discussion following the Wednesday evening performance of Prisoners of the Occupation.
**For people displaced by war or crisis, tickets are available for €10. To book a ticket at this price, please contact the Box Office in advance. You can do this over the phone at 01 6770014, by emailing us at info@smockalley.com, or call into us.
About The Company
Comhlámh Justice for Palestine is a voluntary group dedicated to achieving justice for the Palestinian people and taking a stand against Israel’s brutal apartheid, colonisation and occupation. Our mission is to raise awareness and take action on the past and ongoing injustices faced by Palestinians. Israel’s brutal ongoing occupation is not only discriminatory but a system of settler colonialism, ethnic cleansing and apartheid.. These grave human rights abuses and crimes against humanity mean each of us has a role to play in collectively saying “Never Again.”
As a group, we try to support direct action in a number of ways such as raising awareness through free public events, participating in and organising protests/demonstrations, collaborating with other solidarity groups and advocating for Boycotts, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS).