"I am thrilled to be cast in 10 Nights."
Phizzical Productions has announced the return of the humorous one-man play 10 Nights.
Written by Shahid Iqbal Khan, the play explores themes of faith, community, and self-discovery. It is directed by Sâmir Bhamra.
The central role of Yaseer will be played by Adeel Ali, who is known for his diverse work, including Shakespearean roles and contemporary characters.
Adeel has appeared in plays, including Atiha Sen Gupta’s What Fatima Did. His screen credits include The Family Man and Jawaani Jaanemann (2020).
10 Nights follows Yaseer spending the last nights of Ramadan in quiet reflection at a mosque, encountering unexpected challenges.
Between navigating communal spaces, his fellow worshippers, and cravings for chunky chips, Yasser’s journey becomes one of reckoning with hidden truths about himself and his relationships.
This show is a unique blend of humour and poignancy and offers a touching portrayal of a young man as he reconciles his struggles, faith, and aspirations.
At its core, the play is a coming-of-age story about fractured friendships and a community striving to live with hope, dignity, and unity.
Writer Shahid Iqbal Khan said: “2024 began beautifully with Phizzical Productions’ gorgeous production of 10 Nights.
“I am looking forward to their remount once more in 2025.
“It has become a festive tradition to watch 10 Nights while the month of Ramadan is nigh.
“I love that the 2025 tour will go even further north, this time to places like Huddersfield and Greater Manchester.
“I am excited to see Adeel Ali in the role of Yasser—I can’t wait to see what he comes up with!”
Adeel added: “I am thrilled to be cast in 10 Nights – a phenomenal play that will allow me to portray different characters, reflecting society, understanding religion, and celebrating a time of togetherness of community.”
Sâmir said: “10 Nights is about more than just theatre.
“It’s the kind of British Asian story we need right now – human, relatable, and unapologetically real, that truly reflects our diverse society.
“Shahid’s play dismantles stereotypes about Muslim men with warmth, grace, and humour, and I am delighted that our venue partners are working with us to welcome communities who have been constantly ignored.”
The show opens at Riverside Studios Hammersmith and will run from January 8 to January 26, 2025.
It will then move to Derby Theatre (January 27 – January 28) and Lowry Manchester (January 30 – February 1).
The final venues and dates will be at Lawrence Batley Theatre (February 4 – February 5) and Birmingham Hippodrome (February 6 – February 8).
The voice and text coach is Salvatore Sorce, the costume design for 10 Nights is by Simron Sabri, and the sound design is by Sarah Sayeed and Reuben Cook.
Video production is by Rudi Okasili-Henry with lighting design by Rajiv Pattani.
The movement direction is by Hamza Ali with Samina Ali as creative producer.
Watch the trailer:
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