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Ali and Dahlia
Full-Length Play, Drama / 1w, 2m
A Palestinian-Israeli love story set against the backdrop of the construction of the West Bank wall.
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Cast Size
1w, 2m -
Duration
90 minutes -
Target Audience
Adult
Details
Summary
Accused of rioting, Ali awaits his fate in an Israeli interrogation room. But when an old lover steps in to defend him, the two are forced to confront their past; finding themselves torn between bitter loyalties.
A story of love, sacrifice, and redemption, Ali and Dahlia explores the loss of innocence, the longing for lost homelands, and the political forces that shape our lives.
History
- Time Period New Millennium/21st Century
- Setting Palestine and Israel. 2002-2018.
- Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
- Duration 90 minutes
Media
“Profoundly moving... pulsates with love, passion and hope, pulled from the darkest of spaces.” – Secret London
“A modern star-crossed lover’s tale... Ali and Dahlia takes an unflinching look at the Arab/Israeli conflict, offering up a heart-breaking romance as its powerful access point.” – Camden New Journal
“A complicated and nuanced picture of Palestinian-Israeli relations on both a national and interpersonal scale... [Jordan] includes personal details along with funny and tender moments to great effect.” – The Upcoming
“From the very first scene, the sparkling dialogue of these characters – the electricity between them, heightened by the simplicity of the setting – hooks you in.” – Secret London
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £55 per performance plus VAT when applicable.
Authors
Tariq Jordan
Tariq Jordan is a writer and actor of Russian-Jewish and Iraqi-Muslim heritage. He trained at Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Arts and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, graduating in 2007 and has worked extensively as an actor for stage and screen since. His de ...