As ROZAN

Ala'a Al Qaisi is an award-winning Australian-Palestinian writer and director recognised for her compelling storytelling and artistic vision. A graduate of Sydney Film School, she has established a distinguished career in film and theatre, with her works showcased at major international festivals, including the Cannes World Film Festival, Flickerfest, and Karama Human Rights Film Festival.

Her short films Pink Swing and Cinderella have received critical acclaim, while her debut feature, Hadeel, developed at the Rawi Screenwriting Lab, earned multiple accolades, including awards at the Malmö Arab Film Festival and El Gouna Film Festival, as well as production funding from the Royal Film Commission and the Red Sea Film Festival.

Committed to impactful storytelling, Ala'a's work explores themes of resilience, identity, and cultural heritage, amplifying underrepresented voices and engaging audiences worldwide.

As AVIV

My passion for theatre comes from a love of expression and connection. My journey began with a stage production where I played a secondary role in a play called Zinzlakht back in Lebanon and it received great feedback from the audience and community. The experience deepened my love for performing and inspired me to keep exploring the world of acting as a way to convey meaningful messages.

As SARAH

Ahlam Hijazi is a proud graduate of Sydney Theatre School, holding a Diploma in Theatre Performance. Coming from South Lebanon, she feels a deep personal connection to the Palestinian cause and is honoured to be part of a production that gives voice to its stories.

Through her work on stage, she hopes to share truth, humanity, and solidarity with those whose voices have long been silenced.