In Gaza, actors perform a war they are still living
Summary
In Gaza, actor Abu Qasai Qaddoura and others are performing a play called "50 Minutes in Gaza," which is based on real stories from the ongoing war. Despite losing their homes and living in difficult conditions, they use theatre to share their experiences and keep their culture alive amid destruction.Key Facts
- Abu Qasai Qaddoura is a new actor who lost his home in Gaza to Israeli airstrikes and now lives with his family in a small rooftop room.
- He acts in a play about a doctor forced to amputate his own child without anesthetic, based on a real father's experience.
- The rehearsal space is a makeshift tent in the parking lot of Gaza City’s Rashad al-Shawa Cultural Centre.
- Director Ali Abu Yasin has worked for 37 years as an actor and playwright in Gaza and continues to train performers despite the hardships.
- Many cultural sites in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed since October 7, 2023; UNESCO confirmed damage to 164 sites by March 2026.
- The Rashad al-Shawa Cultural Centre itself was damaged in Israeli attacks in 2023, challenging where theatre can be produced.
- The play "50 Minutes in Gaza" began in April 2026 with the goal of turning real war experiences into theatrical performances.
- The actors face physical and emotional challenges during rehearsals due to trauma and harsh living conditions.
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