The Circle Workshops

Wow! The clown workshop in October is officially SOLD OUT. Thank you for all your enthusiasm and support.

If you missed out, don’t worry—just head to the link in my bio to join the waitlist.

Spots will open up in the order that applications come in, so the sooner you apply, the higher you are on the list.

AND if you’d still like to be part of the impact, you can donate directly to Medical Aid for Palestinians—details are also in the link.

See you at the next one! (Keep an eye out for workshop dates coming up in the Autumn)

**CLOWN WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT! 🔴**

Join me this October for an intensive exploration of presence, play, and transformation through clowning.

📅 6-10th October 2025
🕕 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Saturday 11th October:
All day workshop + Open class at 3:30 PM

Super early bird pricing until July 23rd!
➡️ Apply through link in bio

Workshop's profits will be donated to Medical Aid for Palestinians .org.uk

Limited spots available to ensure individual attention and deep exploration.

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🎭✨ MUSICIAN ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Saied Silbak ( .silbak ) - a brilliant Palestinian composer and oud virtuoso bringing his extraordinary musical fusion to our stage!

Born in Shafaa'mr in the lower Galilee, Saied's musical journey began at age four with classical piano, before discovering his true calling in the oud during his teens. This transition opened a gateway to exploring the profound depths of Arabic music.

His remarkable musical evolution took him from training and teaching at Beit Almusica Conservatoire to studying Music and Psychology at University of Haifa, culminating in a Masters from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.

Saied's signature sound is a masterful fusion of diverse musical traditions - from Arabic, Turkish, and Indian to Western classical styles. His artistry has graced festivals and concert series across the globe, from the UK to Argentina, Morocco to France, each performance weaving together cultural threads into a tapestry of sound.

Now based in London, he brings this rich musical heritage to "Return to Palestine," creating a live soundscape that bridges worlds and touches hearts.

Return to Palestine premieres 28th May to 1st June, 2025
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle
Music by
📸: Emily West

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Alaa Shehada ( )- a trailblazing Palestinian actor and comedian who's revolutionizing the landscape of Palestinian performance art!

As co-founder of The Palestine Comedy Club ( ) and core member of Troupe Courage in Amsterdam ( ) Alaa has been instrumental in creating vital platforms for Palestinian stories to reach global audiences. Through The Palestine Comedy Club, he's jumpstarted the Palestinian comedy scene, empowering comedians to share their unique perspectives while preserving and promoting Palestinian culture in the global entertainment landscape.

His current touring masterpiece "The Horse of Jenin" exemplifies his exceptional ability to merge comedy with profound storytelling. Through mask work and stand-up comedy, he tells the story of a boy in Jenin who, like children everywhere, just wants to play. The show centers around a powerful symbol - a 5-meter tall horse statue built from invasion debris in 2002, standing proud for 20 years before being torn down in 2023. Through comedy and imagination, Alaa rebuilds this horse from fragments of memory and hope.

A graduate of The Freedom Theatre Acting School in Jenin (nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize 2024), his impact extends from bringing joy as a doctor clown in Palestinian hospitals to performing at prestigious venues worldwide, including Theatre Royal Stratford, LaMaMa Theatre (NYC), and The John Kennedy Centre (DC).

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025 - 🎟️ TICKETS IN LINK IN BIO
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

photo credit : Dario & Misja

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Osama Al Azza ( ) - a powerful Palestinian storyteller and theatre maker whose journey embodies the transformative power of art!

Born and raised in Azza Refugee Camp in Bethelehem, occupied West Bank, Osama's artistic path began with dabke, the heartbeat of Palestinian cultural expression. This foundation in traditional dance evolved into a profound talent for dramatic storytelling, that he developed in his training at The Freedom Theatre school - leading him to become a compelling voice in contemporary theatre.

With over a decade of experience, Osama has dedicated his craft to community theatre and social engagement, using performance as a tool for change and connection. Now based in London, he brings this rich tapestry of experience and cultural heritage to our stage.

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025 - 🎟️ TICKETS IN LINK IN BIO
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Sofía Asir ( sofia__asir )- a formidable Palestinian actress whose intensity and depth have left an indelible mark on both stage and screen!

On stage, she commanded the Royal Court Theatre as Salwa in the Olivier Award-winning "Two Palestinians Go Do***ng," gripping audiences with an intense presence that resonates long after the curtain falls. Her performance was part of this groundbreaking production that captured both critical acclaim and one of theatre's highest honors.

Her screen journey is equally impressive: transforming into the unshakable Ammit in Marvel's "Moon Knight" (Disney+), exploring time and narrative in Terrence Malick's "The Way of the Wind," and embodying Diyala, a feminist activist in 1930s Jerusalem, in Annemarie Jacir's powerful "Palestine 36.”
And In "Fay's Palette," she is the lead that brings depth to an intimate Arab q***r narrative that speaks in whispers yet resonates deeply.

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025 - 🎟️ TICKETS IN LINK IN BIO
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine festival 2025

Meet Ameena Adileh () - a talented Palestinian actress, dancer, and multidisciplinary theatre artist joining our extraordinary cast!

Ameena's work spans acting, choreography, and creative direction, with over ten theatre productions under her belt. She has graced stages in Palestine, the UK, and France, showcasing her talent at renowned venues including the Palestinian National Theatre, Institut du Monde Arabe (Paris), and multiple international festivals.

A versatile screen actor, her filmography includes compelling roles in “An Ode to Amina", “Ornina and the Ghoula"and “Six Days War".

As a professional Dabke dancer and choreographer with Siwar Association and Nabad, she has brought Palestinian dance to audiences across Morocco, Jordan, Iraq, and the UK.

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025 - 🎟️ TICKETS INLINK IN BIO

Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Gráinnemir( grainnemir) - a brilliant Dublin-based Palestinian artist bringing their unique voice to our ensemble!

Through their multifaceted practice as an actor, writer, and workshop facilitator, Gráinnemir weaves powerful narratives that explore Palestinian identity through a q***r lens. Their work bridges cultures between Ireland and Palestine, proving that storytelling transcends borders and breaks down barriers.

Their approach to physical theatre and storytelling embodies the resilient spirit that art cannot be suppressed by oppression. Now, they bring their powerful presence and perspective to our London stage.

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025 - 🎟️ TICKETS IN LINK IN BIO
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Return to Palestine Festival 2025

Meet Motaz Malhees (motazmalhees )- a powerhouse of Palestinian theatre joining our extraordinary cast!

Born and raised in Jenin, Motaz's journey in theatre began at age nine, blossoming through intensive training at The Freedom Theatre in Jenin Refugee Camp. His craft has been shaped by diverse theatrical traditions - from Stanislavsky to Brecht, Shakespeare to Commedia dell'Arte.

You might recognize him from the critically acclaimed "200 Meters" (2020) or his compelling performances in "The Siege" at NYU Skirball Center. Now, he brings his remarkable talent to London's Teatro Technis this summer.

Return to Palestine premieres June 28-30, 2025
Teatro Technis, London
Directed by .miranda_thecircle

drawing in the world
(inhale)

Go back to the four moments of breath and focus on the dynamic of inhale. What if we take it as a whole dynamic of being? What kind of person would be someone that lives mostly on the inhale - taking everything in, in a constant state of surprise? Let this quality ripple through you, notice what gestures and postures arise, how it changes your thoughts, emotions, your walk.

is a series exploring the actor's journey through movement, drawing from my work as a Movement Practitioner. We begin with awareness - discovering our natural patterns, habits, and tendencies. This self-knowledge becomes our foundation for transformation - the playful exploration of new possibilities.

Like learning any language, we first listen before we speak. This approach honors both technical precision and artistic freedom. Last week, we discovered the moments of our breath. Today, we explore how inhabiting just one of these moments can transform your entire presence and open the gateways of your imagination into an embodied conversation with character.