Karim and his best friend, Beth, watch trains coming and going from the local station and dream of a life with a better future.

On the rural outskirts of South West Sydney, Karim and his Dad, Joe, work as cucumber farmers. At night, they search trash for treasures to make ends meet.

When Karim and Joe are evicted, their neighbour Abdul provides refuge. At his house, Karim discovers an oud, a traditional Middle Eastern instrument. Inspired by the beauty of its sound, Karim secretly begins playing the instrument, realising it might be the key to a new destiny.

Karim explores families, duty and generational divides. Catch this bold new work by celebrated playwright James Elazzi, a three-time nominee playwright at the NSW Premier’s Literary Award (Lady Tabouli, Queen Fatima and Son of Byblos).

Original Production -

★★★★ “Elazzi has a proven eye for blending the tender and humorous” – Artshub

“...Much beauty in its rawness, a must see” – Eastside Radio

“A fine example of collaborative vision and close ensemble work” – Stage Whispers

“For those seeking a theatre experience that combines heartfelt storytelling with exceptional performances, “Karim” is an unmissable production.” –  Theatre Travels

Writer James Elazzi
Director James Elazzi
Director & Dramaturg Shane Anthony
Starring
Youssef Sabet, Jane Phegan, Andrew Cutcliffe, Alex Malone & George Kanaan

Set and Costume Designer James Browne
Lighting Designer Frankie Clarke
Sound Designer and Composer  Aimée Falzon
Intimacy Director Trish Speers
Stage Manager Saz Watson
Production Manager D. Andrew Potvin

Photography by Phil Erbacher

Below video by Daniel Moxham