Down Home Presents

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"...a stunning piece of theatre..."

Fringe Review

Outstanding Performance Award Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival 2012

“...a dramatic tour-de-force…not to be missed”


Hollywood Progressive

Combining poetry, dance, and character monologue, Idana conveys a young Jewish-American woman¹s struggle to understand her identity and the meaning of home through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Idana's portrayal of 17 vibrant, diverse  Americans, Palestinians, and Israelis, uncovers a new Middle East of grief, daily struggle, and humour. 

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Down Home and Saria Idana are pleased to announce a special London performance of Homeless in Homeland at the Fringe on Fringe Festival

London, UK (June 3, 2013) - Down Home and Saria Idana are thrilled to announce that Homeless in Homeland will have one special performance opening night of Upstairs at the Southern Cross’ Fringe on Fringe Festival, Friday, June 28^th.

This special 60-minute performance will take place at 9pm. Tickets are £10. In partnership with London Theatre Workshop, Upstairs at the Southern Cross is presenting this summer festival of Fringe shows.  Located in Parsons Green, at 65 New King's Road, London, SW6, Upstairs at the Southern Cross is an intimate 50-seat venue.

At Brighton Fringe, Homeless in Homeland received 4 stars from Fringe Review, which called the show, “…a stunning piece of theatre.” It was a Top 30 Pick by Fringe Review, as well as Hot Ticket, and was featured on Broadwayworld.  The 2012 recipient of the Outstanding Performance Award at the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, Homeless in Homeland was called, “…a dramatic tour-de-force...not to be missed,” by the Hollywood Progressive.

Combining poetry, dance, and character monologue, Idana conveys a young Jewish-American woman’s struggle to understand her identity and the meaning of home through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Idana’s portrayal of 17 vibrant, diverse Americans, Palestinians, and Israelis, uncovers a new Middle East of grief, daily struggle, and humour, in a moving and enlightening show expertly directed and choreographed by Shyamala Moorty, with sound design and music by Troy Alcendor, and lighting design by Dan Kwong.

Saria Idana is an acclaimed writer, actor and music artist committed to the intersection of art and activism through the creation of new culture. Idana is a passionate Arts Educator who teaches poetry, dance, theatre and music at after-school programs, colleges and detention centers.

Established in 2006 by poet/performer E. Amato, Down Home offers unique, intimate experiences for audiences and artists. Its shows have received 5 stars at the Festival Fringe in Edinburgh in 2007 and 2008, and 4 stars at Brighton Fringe in 2013. From Santa Monica to the UK, its stages have featured artists including Kal Lavelle, Inua Ellams, Ed Sheeran, Tshaka Campbell, Kevin Sandbloom, Sabrina Mahfouz, Gideon Conn, Dean Atta, Aja Monet, Jack McCarthy, John West, John S. Blake, Shane Koyczan, and more.

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Homeless in Homeland

Brighton Fringe, Brighton UK, May 27, 28, 29, 2013 at The Warren

Los Angeles, CA (May 20, 2013) - Down Home and Saria Idana are thrilled to announce that Homeless in Homeland will have its UK/International premiere at Brighton Fringe, in Brighton, UK with 3 shows May 27^th, 28^th, and 29^th, 2013.

Performances will take place at 7:30pm at The Warren. Tickets are £10/8.50. Running time is 70 minutes. The Warren is a flexible pop-up theatre that seats 100, slap-bang in the centre of town, in Russell Place. The show is suitable for ages 15+ and seeks to engage youth audiences in the dialogue surrounding the issues brought forward.

Combining poetry, dance, and character monologue, Idana conveys a young Jewish-American woman’s struggle to understand her identity and the meaning of home through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Idana’s portrayal of 17 vibrant, diverse Americans, Palestinians, and Israelis, uncovers a new Middle East of grief, daily struggle, and humour -- “a dramatic tour-de-force...not to be missed (Hollywood Progressive).”

The Warren has been awarded for excellence consistently, winning Best Venue Brighton Festival and Fringe 2012, Outstanding Contribution to the Festival 2012, and Argus Angel for Continued Excellence in Programming 2011.

Saria Idana is an acclaimed writer, actor and music artist committed to the intersection of art and activism through the creation of new culture. Idana is a passionate Arts Educator who teaches poetry, dance, theatre and music at after-school programs, colleges and detention centers.

Idana will be conducting a workshop as part of the Brighton Youth Festival 2013 on Saturday, May 25^th at the Brighton Youth Centre, 64 Edwards Street, BN2 0JR.  There will be a performance at 4:35pm and a workshop following at 5:15pm.

Established in 2006 by poet/performer E. Amato, Down Home offers unique, intimate experiences for audiences and artists. From its Santa Monica home, Down Home traveled to the Festival Fringe in Edinburgh, receiving 5-star reviews consecutive years – a rare honour. In 2009, Down Home brought its signature mix of eclectic entertainment to culturally rich London.  Homeless in Homeland will mark its Brighton Fringe debut.

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Down Home presents International and UK premiere of Saria Idana’s Homeless in Homeland at Brighton Fringe, Brighton UK, May 27, 28, 29, 2013 at The Warren

Down Home and Saria Idana are thrilled to announce that Homeless in Homeland will haveits UK/International premiere at Brighton Fringe, in Brighton, UK with 3 showsMay 27th, 28th, and 29th, 2013.

Performances will take placeat 7:30pm at The Warren. Tickets are £10/8.50. Running time is 70 minutes. The Warren is a flexible pop-up theatre that seats 100, slap-bang in the centre of town, between Churchill Square shopping centre and the Brighton Centre. The show is suitable for ages 15+ and seeks to engage youth audiences in the dialogue surrounding the issues brought forward.

Combining poetry, dance, and character monologue, Idana conveys a young Jewish-American woman’s struggle to understand her identity and the meaning of home through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Idana’s portrayal of 17 vibrant, diverse Americans, Palestinians, and Israelis, uncovers a new Middle East of grief, daily struggle, and humour -- “a dramatic tour-de-force...not to be missed (Hollywood Progressive).”

Homeless in Homeland had its workshop premiere at Art Share LA in 2010. Since then, Idana has performed versions of the show across the US at venues and festivals including the Nuyorican Poets Café, Hampshire College, and the LA Women’s Theatre Festival, where it was awarded for Outstanding Performance in 2012. The current 70-minute version of the show has been performed at La Peña Cultural Center in Berkeley and The Marsh in San Francisco.

The Warren has been awarded for excellence consistently, winning Best Venue Brighton Festival and Fringe 2012, Outstanding Contribution to the Festival 2012, and Argus Angel for Continued Excellence in Programming 2011.

Saria Idana is an acclaimed writer, actor and music artist committed to the intersection of art and activism through the creation of new culture. Idana is a passionate Arts Educator who teaches poetry, dance, theatre and music at after-school programs, colleges and detention centers.

Established in 2006 by poet/performer E. Amato, Down Home offers unique, intimate experiences for audiences and artists. From its Santa Monica home, Down Home traveled to the Festival Fringe in Edinburgh, receiving 5-star reviews consecutive years – a rare honour. In 2009, Down Home brought its signature mix of eclectic entertainment to culturally rich London.  Homeless in Homeland will mark its Brighton Fringe debut.

There is a fundraising campaign on Fractured Atlas to help raise the $6000 in production funds needed to bring this show to life in Brighton.

Homeless in Homeland is available for other productions in the UK and Europe in summer 2013 and beyond.  Saria Idana is available for performances and workshops. 

 

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