Antlers tells the tale of a girl named Rania, whose antlers are broken and taken by hunters.She awakens on a magical land known as The Cedar Island, on the very day of its liberation from occupation. There, she meets the enchanting citizens of the island, each adorned with antlers of their own. She joins them on their journey and hears stories of colonization, resilience, love and loss, and dreams – so many dreams, which now can be realized. Guided by their ancestral wisdom, Rania begins to heal, and flowers bloom where hunters have left scars. Antlers captures the transformative journey of discovering empowerment and a sense of belonging within the intricate tapestry of your ancestry.

This play from stories shared during interviews conducted with individuals in Lebanon, exploring the profound impact of occupation, colonization, and liberation. This production is dedicated to their resilience