Danny Boyle directs Banksy's Christmas show in Bethlehem
Banksy commissioned Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle to direct a Christmas performance at the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem. The hotel, opened by Banksy in 2017, is situated directly facing the separation wall between Israeli and Palestinian territories and is marketed as having 'the worst view in the world.' Boyle, known for Trainspotting and Slumdog Millionaire, directed the show without ever meeting Banksy. The production was co-directed by Palestinian director Riham Isaac and featured local children and teenagers as performers. A documentary captures the project's genesis, explores the reality of the Walled Off Hotel, and follows the production of the show, titled Alternativity, from start to finish.
Key facts
- Banksy opened the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem in 2017.
- The hotel is located directly facing the Israeli-Palestinian separation wall.
- Banksy commissioned Danny Boyle to direct a Christmas show at the hotel.
- Danny Boyle won an Oscar in 2009 for Slumdog Millionaire.
- Boyle directed the show without ever meeting Banksy.
- Palestinian director Riham Isaac co-directed the performance.
- The show featured local children and teenagers as performers.
- A documentary titled Alternativity documents the project.
Entities
Artists
- Banksy
- Danny Boyle
- Riham Isaac
Institutions
- Walled Off Hotel
- Artribune
Locations
- Bethlehem
- Palestine
- Israel