Performance
Who’s really wearing the mask?
A new production at the Ovalhouse explores the multiple layers of meaning behind the story of Amina Arraf, the "Gay Girl in Damascus" who shot to worldwide notoriety in June last year with her revealing blog posts about the situation in Syria.
Read MoreA war of ideas
A complex and intriguing new production at London's The Yard Theatre explores the current situation in Iraq through the framework of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness. The results are both bold and chillingly astute, say our editors.
Read MoreRe-Orienting the story
Haleh Hatami, Artistic Associate of Golden Thread Productions, talks to playwright Mona Mansour about her upcoming collaboration with the ReOrient Theatre Festival scheduled to take place in San Francisco this November.
Read MoreRemembering Baghdad
Siba Aldabbagh reflects on a night of nostalgic melodies at London's Barbican centre recalling the highs and lows of Iraq's rich musical tradition.
Read MoreThe sound of harmony
The passion and dedication of the National Youth Orchestra of Iraq bears testament to the enduring musical tradition in this culturally and historically rich nation.
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