An ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.
Constructed from the fragments of Palestinian actor and comedian Alaa Shehada’s own memories, The Horse of Jenin is an ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.
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about
The Cultch and Rumble Theatre present
By Alaa Shehada
Troupe Courage (Amsterdam)
Canadian Premiere
The horse in Arabic is a symbol of freedom.
But to us, this horse is much more. This horse is us.
Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the center of the city for twenty years, symbolizing hope and resistance.
Then, on OCT 29, 2023, an Israeli bulldozer entered the city, ripping the sculpture from its place — and from its people.
Now, Alaa is left wondering… What happened to the horse?
Combining storytelling, mask and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jenin explores the everyday life of a boy growing up in Jenin in Occupied Palestine who, like every child in the world, just wants to play and have fun.
Opening Night
THUR, OCT 8 | 7:30PM
Evening Shows
THU–SAT | 7:30PM
Matinees
SAT–SUN | 2:00PM
Talkback
FRI, OCT 9 | 7:30PM
Community
SAT, OCT 10 | 2:00PM
YORK THEATRE
639 Commercial Dr
Vancouver, BC
- Wheelchair Access
- Hearing-Assistance Devices
- Larger, taller chairs
- Elevator access to balcony and washrooms
- Accessible washroom facilities on the second floor
Phone:604-251-1363
Email: [email protected]
Monday to Saturday: 12–4pm
Sunday: Closed
- RUNTIME 75 MIN, NO INTERMISSION
- Photo Credit: Dario & Misja photography
CREDITS
Produced by Troupe Courage (Amsterdam)
Written and Performed by:
Alaa Shehada
Directors:
Katrien van Beurden, Thomas van Ouwerkerk
Stand-Up Comedy Consultant/Co-writer:
Sam Beale
Masks:
Den Durand
Music:
Remy van Kesteren, Khalil Al Batran
Dramaturgy:
Maarten Bos
Technical Designer:
Roderick Bredenoord
Artistic Associate:
Sacha Muller
Production Photography:
Kamerich & Budwilowitz
Marketing Photography:
Dario & Misja photography
Trailer:
David Koster
Artwork Featured in Trailer:
Thomas Kilpper
Troupe Courage Business Manager:
Monique Bos
U.S./Canadian Tour Producer:
Jenny Tibbels, 55B Productions
U.S. Premiere Co-Producers:
GOH Productions & 55B Productions
Supported By
The Horse of Jenin is made possible with financial support to Troupe Courage from Amsterdam Fund for the Arts (AFK), Fonds 21, Performing Arts Fund NL (FPK), Cultuurfonds, Norma Fund, and crowdfunding platform voordekunst.
PRAISE
“With humor and heart, The Horse of Jenin reminds us that even amidst the rubble of
loss, the human spirit has the capacity to rebuild, resist, and reimagine a brighter
future.”
—Stephi Wild, Broadway World
“The captivating solo show effortlessly holds the full spectrum of what it means to be human, conjuring everything from child-like silliness to unimaginable grief.”
—Citlali Pizarro, 3Views
“Alaa Shehada tells with brilliantly comic twists about life and violence in Palestine.”
—NEIL VAN DER LINDEN, THEATREKRANT
TRAILER
Opening Night
THUR, OCT 8 | 7:30PM
Evening Shows
THU–SAT | 7:30PM
Matinees
SAT–SUN | 2:00PM
Talkback
FRI, OCT 9 | 7:30PM
Community
SAT, OCT 10 | 2:00PM
YORK THEATRE
639 Commercial Dr
Vancouver, BC
- Wheelchair Access
- Hearing-Assistance Devices
- Larger, taller chairs
- Elevator access to balcony and washrooms
- Accessible washroom facilities on the second floor
Phone:604-251-1363
Email: [email protected]
Monday to Saturday: 12–4pm
Sunday: Closed