Find out more about Mishkal’s work in supporting the Performing Arts and creative projects that draw inspiration from Palestinian tangible and intangible cultural heritage.

Meet Mishkal Grantees

Ranin Odeh

Ranin Odeh is a theatre artist from Jenin whose work centres on the body and women’s experiences. In Pulse Before Birth, she uses performance to tell stories where politics and human existence intersect, transforming the stage into a space for reflection and confrontation.

Rula Dalloul

Rula Dalloul is a singer from Gaza who blends music and education to create songs that reflect the voices of a new generation. Her work fosters collective hope, while engaging children to express the right to life, joy, and imagination through melody.

Seraj Libraries And House Of Stories

Seraj Libraries & the House of Stories Working alongside Palestinian communities to establish libraries as safe, beautiful, and vibrant community centers. Through cultural arts and storytelling, Seraj preserves Palestinian voices, nurtures resilience, and inspires creativity and healing. Their work ensures that Palestinian culture, stories, and communities not only survive, but thrive.

The Palestinian National Theatre – El-Hakawati

The Palestinian National Theatre – El-Hakawati is a longstanding cultural landmark in Jerusalem, serving as a key platform for Palestinian theatrical expression. Its work blends folk storytelling with social themes, continuously shaping a vibrant contemporary theatre scene.

Zaid Hilal

Zaid Hilal is a musician and folklore researcher from Bethlehem. His work blends music with cultural memory, reviving Palestinian folk songs through contemporary arrangements. Collaborating with local bands and cultural groups, Zaid tells stories of identity, resilience, and everyday life rooted in the collective heritage of his community.