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What's on in Scotland
Explore current and upcoming theatre projects across Scotland featuring refugees and asylum seekers. Join us.
Trojans: Why Am I In Your Country
This September at the Macrobert Arts Centre, Stirling, refugees and asylum seekers share their authentic voices
Developed during extensive collaborative workshops in Stirling involving refugees and local residents, this show unites narratives of hope and exile alongside Euripides' The Trojan Women tragedy.
A moving theatre production co-created and performed by refugees and asylum seekers, showcasing powerful human stories.
MacRoberts Arts Centre | 24 & 25 September
We are grateful to The National Lottery Heritage Fund for supporting this project
Refugee Drama Workshop Stirling
Hillview Community Centre, Cultenhove Place, St Ninians, Stirling FK7 9DU
Discover a welcoming space in Stirling to connect with your community, build new creative confidence, and share your journey through drama. Our free workshops for refugees, asylum seekers, and locals are led by renowned Ukrainian actress Vira Klymkovetska, alongside directors William Stirling and Charlotte Eagar.
We provide a supportive environment with translators fluent in Arabic, Farsi, and Ukrainian to ensure everyone feels heard. We begin with gentle movement and warm-up games before exploring scenes from 'The Trojan Women,' blending classical theatre with your own powerful life stories.
Every session is designed to be inclusive and uplifting, concluding with a communal hot lunch for all participants. Prepare for our upcoming showcase at the Macrobert Arts Centre this September.
We offer free onsite childcare and no previous acting experience is necessary. Join our creative family in Scotland today.
FRIDAYS 10:00–13:30 NO COST
With thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund for supporting these workshops.
Powerful Refugee Stories at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Hecuba: Why am I in your Country?
“A spellbinding and profoundly moving performance that stands as one of the most powerful plays I have ever seen.” Audience member
'An outstanding example of the straightforward 'here's my true story' monologue. ..and shows just how essential charities and NGO's can be. Four Stars'
Financial Times
A five star success at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, Arwa Omaren's one-woman show about her life as a triple refugee, intertwined with the ancient greek tragedy of Hecuba, the Queen of Troy.
Written by Arwa Omaren and William Stirling
Directed by William Stirling and Shani Erez
Assistant Director - Luna Laurenti Sellers
Produced by Charlotte Eagar and William Stirling