I Hate Theatre I Love Pornography

Made in the aftermath of Lebanon’s collapse and against the backdrop of ongoing conflict across the Arab world, Lebanese collective Zoukak Theatre hurl their own bodies into the spotlight. At a time when destruction is live-streamed and fear is policy, the question is no longer what we see, but how we watch. 

A barrage of confessions, provocations, and dark humour crash into each other at full speed, leaving no room to breathe - manic, satirical, unrelenting. With irrepressible energy, Lebanese collective Zoukak Theatre dissect the obscenity of systemic power and the deafening silence that follows. 

This is theatre that mocks itself while setting itself on fire. Unapologetically political, theatrically unhinged, defiantly alive. 

Zoukak was established in 2006 as a horizontal theatre collective committed to artistic practice as a form of social and political engagement. Each performance addresses issues that challenge the status quo, resonating with the context in which it operates and beyond. Over the years, Zoukak has performed and collaborated both regionally and internationally, participating in numerous international festivals. Locally, the collective remains dedicated to decentralizing culture by presenting its work across Lebanon, reaching diverse audiences in various regions. 

Zoukak continuously diversifies its theatre tools, applying them in contexts such as social engagement, therapy, and education. The collective also fosters dialogue and reflection around the performing arts, aiming to cultivate a supportive environment for artistic development and provide training opportunities for local artists in Lebanon and beyond.