Talk
WHEN
October 30, 2014
6:30-8 PM
WHERE
NYUAD Campus, Conference Center
WHO
NYU Abu Dhabi Institute
Open to the Public
Playwrights and translators reflect on the joys and complexities of moving plays from Arabic to English including models of translation and the specific challenges of creating vibrant English interpretations of dramatic texts distinct from poetry, literature, and non-fiction. Panelists share their experiences, as well as excerpts of translated texts, and address such topics as translating from classical and contemporary Arabic, illuminating culture through translation, and working collaboratively with actors and directors.
Simultaneous Arabic interpretation will be provided.
Image: Courtesy of Danielle Chouiery Kassouf
Hassan Abdulrazzak Playwright; Screenwriter; Translator
Abdullah Alkafri Playwright; Dramaturge; Cultural Manager
Robert Myers Professor of English and Creative Writing, American University of Beirut
Nada Saab Assistant Professor of Arabic Studies, Lebanese American University
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