Unsubsidized theater companies in Gaziantep come together at a solidarity dinner

Seventeen unsubsidized theater groups operating in Gaziantep met at a solidarity dinner organized by the Gaziantep Theater Initiative, delivering a message of joint production and acting together against structural problems.

Meeting at the solidarity dinner

Seventeen unsubsidized theater groups operating in Gaziantep came together at a solidarity dinner organized by the Gaziantep Theater Initiative.

At the event bringing together theater laborers in the city, the emphasis on joint production and acting together against the structural problems of theater came to the forefront.

Establishment and development of the initiative

The initiative, which declared its establishment on August 30, 2026, took shape under the leadership of İbrahim Yılmaz, Seyfullah Özalp, and Hasan Ergün.

The meeting, which was previously held at the directors' level, was expanded this time with the participation of actors and technical crews, achieving a gathering at the same table.

Common voice and future goals

Taking the floor at the gathering, theater workers drew attention to the importance of weaving a common solidarity network going beyond individual efforts.

While the wish to be a single and strong voice in solving problems was expressed, the aim is to keep communication continuous and turn it into concrete projects.

Participating theater groups

Among the theater groups attending the gathering were Adile Naşit Theater, Armes Theater, Another Theater, and Deniz Atalay Theater.

Additionally, Gaziantep Bar Association Theater, Gaziantep Art Theater, Gazişehir Culture and Art Association, and Gece Theater were present at the event.

GFK Theater, GÜTOT, Kafka Academy, Mavi Art, MET Art, Nar Art Theater, Theater Ayıntab, Theater XLarge, and Uğraş Stage were also among the participants.