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And Here I Am from Palestine, a compelling and deeply personal theatre performance, will be showcased at the World Culture Festival - Karachi. Written by Hassan Abdulrazzak and directed by Zoe Lafferty, this play is performed by Ahmed Tobasi, with a translation by Eyas Younis. And Here I Am - Drama The play traces the transformative journey of actor Ahmed Tobasi, from growing up in the Jenin Refugee Camp, his imprisonment, to his pursuit of freedom in Norway. Against the backdrop of the Palestinian intifadas, Tobasi navigates themes of identity, resistance, and the cost of defiance, reflecting the larger Palestinian struggle and the resilience of the human spirit. The play offers a raw and poignant exploration of culture as a form of resistance, blending personal narrative with historical and political context. Duration: 80 minutes Language: Arabic (with English subtitles) Date: October 28, 2024 Time: 08:00 PM (Gates open at 07:30 PM and close at 07:45 PM) Venue: Auditorium 1, Arts Council Karachi Ticket Price: PKR 1000/- For details contact 0300-0802391 & acpkhi.com/wcfk