"one of the most vital pieces of writing to grace a Glasgow stage in recent memory” ★★★★★ A Young(ish) Perspective
“...the production breathes life into every word with a clarity of vision that holds the whole piece together.” ★★★★★ A Young(ish) Perspective
"Olivia Hemmati, as Samira, is nothing short of extraordinary” ★★★★★ A Young(ish) Perspective
"Revolution Days is the kind of theatre that stays with you” ★★★★★ A Young(ish) Perspective
Samira, a Scottish Aid Worker, goes through a ‘baptism of fire’ during the revolutions in the Middle East. Certain she can make a difference, she takes on mission after mission, but is quickly confronted by the reality of war, aid work and her own disillusionment.
Based on real-life experiences, this story explores how global events shape personal identity, belonging and resilience. Fifteen years after the Arab Revolutions, it asks:
how and what do we choose to see?Contains strong language and descriptions of war, recommended for Ages 14+
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