The hard-hitting show explores who is entitled to citizenship. 

London is home to world-class theatre, from the West End to fringe shows. Now, Antigone [on strike] is making its way to Park Theatre. Located in Finsbury Park, it looks at the Islamic State and explores the idea of identity. Running from 30 January to 22 February, tickets are available now.

Antigone [on strike] draws inspiration from real-life stories in Syria, and what the media dubbed ISIS Brides. The story has been told with a touch of tragedy, and the title is in reference to Sophocles’ Antigone. Plus, the play resembles the real-life story of Shamima Begum, a British-born woman and joined the Islamic State when she was 15 years old.

Antigone [on strike] has been written and directed by Alexandar Raptotasios. He is the director of Ferodo Bridges CIC, which aims to create politically challenging work. The cast includes Phil Cheadle, Hiba Medina, Ali Hadji-Heshmati, Sorcha Brooks and Oya Bacak. 

The play follows the story of Esmeh. Aged 14 years old, she runs away from her East London home and joins the Islamic State in Syria. Once the war is over, she finds herself stranded in a refugee camp. 

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After Esmeh’s British citizenship has been cancelled by the UK’s Home Secretary, she finds herself in the middle of a media frenzy. Her sister Antiya goes on a hunger strike, and the Home Secretary’s family is in a dangerous position.

Tickets to see Antigone [on strike] are available now. Tickets range from £15 to £25.

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