Nottingham Playhouse & UK Productions

‘Reimagined and re-directed by Almeida [for a new 2026 UK tour]  / with enough changes to keep it fresh and awe-inspiring / a fully immersive piece of theatre.’ My Shrewsbury

‘Almeida’s insight and creative vision are evident in every aspect of the staging / His direction weaves together text, movement, design and atmosphere with exceptional cohesion / and is executed with remarkable precision and artistry / This production embraces truth with honesty and artistry, illuminating both the fragility and resilience of the human spirit / A work of impressive craft and emotional power’ Southern Arts Review

‘One especially haunting moment draws on techniques reminiscent of the Theatre of Cruelty, forcing the audience to witness vulnerability through relentless physical symbolism / Through extraordinary performances and thoughtful direction, the production transforms a global crisis into a deeply personal human experience / an urgent act of storytelling that demands empathy and awareness.’ Elemental Theatre

‘Almeida directs with sensitivity, never wanting to shock or be gratuitous / This is a stunning production, gripping and powerful, filled with authenticity and care.’ Brighton Source

‘The play grips the audience from the beginning / amidst the devastation, Almeida allows moments of tenderness and humour to emerge / with Almeida’s thoughtful direction / scenes transition fluidly between the painful present and fragments of memory / it leaves you devastated but full of humanity.’ The Spy in the Stalls

‘Thoughtful and contemplative, completely character driven and genuinely gripping / beautifully acted, directed and unafraid to use silences / asking the audience tough questions without offering simple answers.’ LeftLion

‘Almeida’s direction is culturally invested in Syrian heritage / The importance of this revival is its delicate and artistic understanding of the material / a play for our times.’ Jackstage

‘Almeida succeeds in placing characters at the centre of the story. There are necessary political undertones but they do not overwhelm / This is a story about the people rather than the politics. It is moving and devastating.’ East Midlands Theatre

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