New Arab American Theater Works

08/18/2026

We are interested in your thoughts about our workshops. Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey. Thank you!

Hello! As we plan our 2027 programming, we are looking to hear from our community members about what they hope to see in our upcoming events catalogue! Please take a moment to fill out the questions below. We'd love to get our community's input about the kinds of things they'd like to participate in...

08/16/2026

UPCOMING PAINTING WORKSHOP 🎨🖌️

Don’t miss “Painting Found Objects,” facilitated by Palestinian American visual artist, Noor Adwan noor! ‼️

Join artist Noor Adwan to learn some basic acrylic painting techniques and decorate a found object to take home! Participants will discover the joy of bringing new life to old things, and might find inspiration afterward to transform everyday things they have at home. All skill levels are welcome. Supplies (found objects, paints, brushes and sealant) will be provided, but attendees may bring in their own found objects if they wish! 🙏

📍Open Book Room 308 | 1011 S Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN

📆 September 12th from 2-4 PM

🔗 Register at bit.ly/SWANA2026

08/14/2026

DON’T MISS THE 2026 YALLA DRUM SUMMER CONCERT 🥳🎶

2026 ENSEMBLE MEMBERS: Front row, left to right—Sana Wazwaz, Abdallah Aldwaik, Aziz Bisanz, M Perrera. Back row, left to right—Tarek Aboueid, Seniz Yargici, Faheel Aziz, Jordan Sarkis, Robert Lehmann, Audrey Keirstead, Sarah Abdel-Jelil. Not pictured—Cathy Peterson, Mageda Nader, Kit Kawak, Christine Harb, Hanin Harb, Nader Helmy, Nadia, Georges Macheta, Tariq Ibrahim, William Nour

Don’t miss your chance to see Minnesota’s only Arabic percussion ensemble in an exciting outdoor concert! Bring your family and friends for an energizing evening where you’ll get to hear all your favorite Arabic rhythms (and some classic songs)! 🎶🎼

Since its founding in 2020, Yalla Drum continues to grow every year—we’ve added new repertoire, new members, and have taken on incredible musical skills! We’re jazzed (pun intended) to show off the 2026 ensemble’s hard work and talents 💪🏼🚀

The ensemble is directed by Robert Lehmann (principle director) and Tarek Aboueid (assistant director) 🏆

Yalla! Mark your calendars!

📅 Thursday, August 27th at 7 PM
📍Long Lake Regional Park Pavillion | Rice Creek Trail, New Brighton, MN

08/13/2026

⏳ REGISTRATION CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT

Yalla! Grab your tickets for our Dubai Chocolate Treats workshop happening THIS SATURDAY! In this confectionary workshop, we’ll learn how to make the viral sensation that’s swept cafes across the globe 🌍

Don’t miss your chance to learn how to make one of the most popular desserts of 2026! 🥳

Workshop facilitated by Lorie Haddad ‼️‼️

📆 Saturday, August 15 from 2-4 PM
📍Open Book room 308 (1011 S Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN)

Sign up at bit.ly/SWANA2026

08/10/2026

Please join our Dubai Chocolate Treats workshop. Deadline to register is midnight on Thursday, August 13.

08/10/2026

What would YOU spend $10 on? 👀

A) A large latte ☕️

B) A burger and fries 🍔🍟

C) Movie theater popcorn 🍿

D) Supporting SWANA representation, revival of endangered arts, and liberation ✌🏼

I think you know what the superior answer is 🏆

For just $10 a month, you can help sustain the space where the SWANA representation we’ve always longed for has been cultivated; in our space, we’ve rehearsed powerful SWANA play readings, trained over 90 SWANA drummers, written groundbreaking plays on SWANA experiences which are seldom told on stage, held workshops on endangered arts, and so much more ✊🏻

Sacrifice one coffee and become a monthly donor TODAY: bit.ly/NAATWmonthly

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

Announcing our generous community SUPERSTARS ⭐️☄️

One month left of our SWANA Space fundraising campaign! Thank you to all who pledged to donate to our campaign so far! These superstars have invested in keeping Minnesota’s only SWANA theatrical home alive 🙏 Their donations will go a long way in nurturing musicians, traditional craft artists, theater artists, and SWANA community members who’ve always longed to hear their stories brought to life ♥️

It’s NOT too late to donate! Will you join our list of SWANA superstars for only $10 a month? 👀

For just the price of a fast food lunch, your donation will allow us to continue representing SWANA narratives which otherwise go untold and erased.

🔗 DONATE at bit.ly/NAATWmonthly

08/02/2026

TWO WEEKS AWAY: Dubai Chocolate Treats Workshop 🍫

Have you registered for our August creative workshop? Join us to prepare and enjoy the viral confectionary sensation that’s swept cafes across the globe 🌍

The workshop will be facilitated by Lebanese American chef, Lorie Haddad لوري 🔥

Yalla! Register today at bit.ly/SWANA2026