About this Event
The Qur'an is the miraculous word of Allah. It has unparalleled power of speech.It was set in a time when peotry was the most powerful tool of communication among the Arabs.
Khayaal Theatre harness and mobilise the inclusive energy of shared story in order to connect hearts and foster greater intercultural and interfaith dialogue, understanding and engagement between Muslim communities and the wider world.
Over the past 24 years, Khayaal has developed a strong reputation as the first dedicated producer of professional English language theatre inspired by Muslim heritages and cultures. Khayaal is forging a new genre and brand of cross-cultural theatre whose formula of wisdom and humour has won it popular and critical acclaim nationally and internationally.
Muslim civilisations throughout their history have manifested the most beautiful examples of art through calligraphy, geometric patterns and architectural brilliance. MAA23 draws on this rich heritage and gives you the opportunity to make use of new technologies and contemporary styles to take your talents into the future.
Luqman Ali Bio
Luqman trained in the sciences of Islam and the cultures of the Middle East and the Subcontinent. In 1997, Luqman co-founded Khayaal- the first professional theatre company dedicated to exploring classic Muslim literature through contemporary stagecraft to foster a greater intercultural and interfaith engagement.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Contact Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00