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ليه خلّتني أحبك Another Lover's Discourse

  • Belfast International Arts Festival 1 09-113 Royal Avenue Belfast BT1 1FF (map)
A lady with long, wavy dark hair stands in front of carved wooden screen. The carvings as small arches that get bigger. She is holding an old fashioned silver microphone, and she wears black silk gloves and a black felt hat with a wide brim.

3 years ago, Riham embarked on a journey to explore what it means to love; what ideas do we have about it and what is holding her back from it?


Another Lover’s Discourse ليه خلّتني أحبك is Riham’s first solo performance created and performed by her. She mashes up interviews with friends, family and strangers, combining video, music, performance, and original film to explore the complexity of love and relationships.

Suitable for ages 14+

Written, directed and performed by Riham Issac.

Commissioned by Belfast International Arts Festival, supported by British Council. With funding from the Palestinian Cultural Ministry and public funding through the National Lottery by Wales Arts International and Arts Council England. Supported by Alkasaba Theatre and Cinématique and Palestinian National Theatre. Special thanks to AWAN, Cultures of Resistance, Poplar Art Centre & Amber Massie-Blomfield.

Earlier Event: August 3
SHEWOLVES at Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Later Event: October 23
ليه خلّتني أحبك Another Lover's Discourse (matinee)