The Horse of Jenin poster

The Horse of Jenin

“The horse in Arabic is a symbol of freedom. But to us, this horse is much more. This horse is us.”

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Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the center of the city for twenty years, symbolizing hope and resistance. Then, on October 29, 2023, an Israeli bulldozer entered the city, ripping the sculpture from its place — and from its people. Now, Alaa is left wondering… What happened to the horse? Fresh from an acclaimed run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and combining storytelling, mask, and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jenin is constructed from the fragments of Palestinian actor and comedian Alaa Shehada’s own memories and stands as an ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.

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  • palestine
  • one-man show
  • comedy

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  • United KingdomGB

    • TheatricalPremired at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 20251 Aug 2025

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The Horse of Jenin was released on 1 August 2025.

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