Haidar Theater

Author's name: Youssef Imad

“I took the opportunity to explore the place closely for the first time, and in the light of the full moon that night, I felt the chairs, or the remaining iron structures, and sat down to feel the feelings of one of the victims of that night who was enjoying a show moments before it burned down. I heard distant music that penetrated my ears, a quiet saxophone playing. I walked between the rows of chairs, following the sound, before I reached the ivy planting that covered the entire stage. How did I not notice that light emanating from among the plants? Perhaps because of the strong moonlight, but it was not a reflection of light, it was…”

A theater that has been dilapidated since 1951. Sixty years later, Mustafa Al-Darouti takes refuge there to escape the hardships of his life. He finds himself facing even greater difficulties, and an unusual character entrusts him with grave tasks, taking us on an absurd journey whose end no one can predict.