Contemporary Darija theatre and social comedy Casablanca, Morocco
19h Théâtre
19h Théâtre is a contemporary Moroccan company associated with a generation of performers who work in Darija and seek a direct connection with today’s Moroccan audiences. The company became known through productions such as Allah Islah, Khedmouni and 3awedha Lrassek, using humour, the rhythm of everyday language and familiar family or social situations to address issues rooted in daily life.
Its work combines accessible writing, energetic performance and a strong relationship with spectators, particularly in Casablanca. 19h Théâtre represents a popular yet contemporary form of theatre that can engage younger audiences without abandoning social substance. On Culturama, the company connects Darija theatre, Moroccan comedy, the Studio des Arts Vivants and emerging ways of experiencing live culture.
19h Théâtre is a contemporary Moroccan company associated with a generation of performers who work in Darija and seek a direct connection with today’s Moroccan audiences. The company became known through productions such as Allah Islah, Khedmouni and 3awedha Lrassek, using humour, the rhythm of everyday language and familiar family or social situations to address issues rooted in daily life.
Its work combines accessible writing, energetic performance and a strong relationship with spectators, particularly in Casablanca. 19h Théâtre represents a popular yet contemporary form of theatre that can engage younger audiences without abandoning social substance. Through its use of Darija, humour rooted in everyday life and attention to social realities, the company contributes to a contemporary form of popular theatre that can engage younger audiences.