Kish Kush traces the journey of two characters as they progress from solitude to connectedness. Separated by a three-foot high paper wall bisecting the space, with the audience sitting in the round with only a partial view of the stage, the performers face the universal theme of cultural and linguistic differences. One speaks English, the other a mix of Hebrew and Arabic.Through the manipulation of symbolic objects, shadow games and sounds, they gradually come into contact and get to know each other, finally tearing apart the delicate wall and emerging more accepting and trusting. At turns humorous and profound, challenging yet hopeful, Kish Kush offers a unique and eloquent portrayal of diversity.

Since the show’s groundbreaking premiere in 2013, Italy’s Teatrodistinto has presented it worldwide in dozens of languages, each time to critical and public acclaim.  

“A well-considered vision of how people meet each other, how communication works and what obstacles are involved.”  Theaterkrant

Access Information

• Set design: A white paper square floor, with the audience sitting all around. Very minimal and basic.
• Performers: 2 men performing two strangers , speaking two different languages.
• Lights: First 15 minutes played with low lights and shadows. Additional 35 minutes played in full white light.  
• Experience: It is never loud. No interaction with the audience, although the audience is sitting very close to the performers.
• Capacity: 160

Supported by the Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh