Refugee Rhapsody at Contemporary American Theater Festival
Dates: 7/10/2026 - 8/2/2026
📍 Theatre: Contemporary American Theater Festival
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Refugee Rhapsody, a world premiere by Yussef El Guindi, explores the complex lives of young Arab Americans navigating their identities and experiences as refugees. A chance encounter with a wealthy patron set off a series of events leading to a violent crime, forcing characters to confront their relationships and personal struggles, including a therapist's own marital issues. This gripping play highlights the intersections of culture, identity, and societal pressures. El Guindi’s work is noted for its insightful portrayal of immigrant experiences, blending humor with the gravity of its themes.
Cast and Creative Team for Refugee Rhapsody at Contemporary American Theater Festival
Creative Team
Aurin Squire
Playwright
Christina Pumariega
Playwright
Beth Kander
Playwright
Yussef El Guindi
Playwright
Lisa D’Amour
Playwright
Peggy McKowen
Artistic Director
News About Refugee Rhapsody at Contemporary American Theater Festival
The Contemporary American Theater Festival to Present Five New Plays, Four World Premieres, and More in 2026
June 12, 2026 The Contemporary American Theater Festival announced full casts and creative teams for its 2026 mainstage season at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W. Va., featuring five new plays, including four world premieres.About the Theatre
Contemporary American Theater Festival Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Contemporary American Theater Festival?
The Smoker (07/10/26-08/02/26)
Best Line Wins: A Play Inspired by the Improvised Lives of Elaine May & Mike Nichols (07/10/26-08/02/26)
¡VOS! (07/10/26-08/02/26)
My Favorite Sociopath (07/10/26-08/02/26)
Best Line Wins: A Play Inspired by the Improvised Lives of Elaine May & Mike Nichols (07/10/26-08/02/26)
¡VOS! (07/10/26-08/02/26)
My Favorite Sociopath (07/10/26-08/02/26)
What shows have played recently at Contemporary American Theater Festival?
The Smoker (07/10/26-08/02/26)
Best Line Wins: A Play Inspired by the Improvised Lives of Elaine May & Mike Nichols (07/10/26-08/02/26)
¡VOS! (07/10/26-08/02/26)
My Favorite Sociopath (07/10/26-08/02/26)
Best Line Wins: A Play Inspired by the Improvised Lives of Elaine May & Mike Nichols (07/10/26-08/02/26)
¡VOS! (07/10/26-08/02/26)
My Favorite Sociopath (07/10/26-08/02/26)
What is the history of Contemporary American Theater Festival ?
The Contemporary American Theater Festival, an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit, is hosted on the campus of Shepherd University (Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix, President), a public liberal arts institution founded in 1871, and located in historic Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Situated along the banks of the Potomac River, and just 70 miles north of Washington, DC, and west of Baltimore, MD, Shepherdstown is a mixture of metropolitan thought and rustic ambience. Drawing on populations of Northern Virginia, western and suburban Maryland, DC, and Baltimore, 60% of CATF’s audience comes from outside the State of West Virginia. The CATF season is truly America’s newest plays in West Virginia’s oldest town.
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