Palestinian actor from Nazareth, based in Haifa (IL). He studied at the Academy of Performing Arts, Tel Aviv–Jaffa. He has performed in theater, film and television productions locally and internationally, and participates in artistic projects and workshops across Europe. Working in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, he also leads intercultural theater workshops and Playback Theatre.
The Kula Compagnie first came into contact with him in 2025 at the Acco Festival in Israel. Together we were organising a sound workshop.
Sobhi plays with us in Jerusalem Syndrome, a comedy about peace, upcoming soon.
His work can be found on IMDb.
• Conversations with the Bartender, HaTachana Theater, 2025
• The Imaginary Invalid by Molière, The Arab Theater, 2025
• Artistic Malfunction (musical), role: Bilij Hamdi, musician: Muhammad Al-Kasbaghi, 2024
• The Israeli Guint, Eran Tubul, role: “Arafat”, Acre Festival, 2022
• The Guide to Raising a Child, Dr. DaVinci, Jordan Galboa, 2021
• The Miser by Molière, role: Arlecchino, Chaim Avud, 2021
• Romeo and Juliet, role: Bonvolio, Dori Angel, 2022
• The Chick on the Way, directed by Munir Bakri, Nazareth Fringe Festival, 2020
• Burning the Chametz, Tamar Keinan, Tzavta Theater, 2019
• Return to Haifa, Makram Khoury, 2018
• Obsession, “Best Actor Award”, Masraheid Acre Festival, 2015, solo performance, directed by Penina Rinzler
• Village of the Screwed, directed by Slime Dao, 2016
• The Doctor in His Power by Molière, Beit HaGefen Theater, 2015
• 1945 (British Military Governor), Al-Midan Theater, directed by Bashar Morcus, 2015
• Salim Salim (role: Fadel), directed by Stav Balti, Negev, Acre Other Theater Festival, 2 awards, 2014
• Games (children’s play), role: Poncho (main role), Beit HaGefen Theater, 2017
• Playback performances, Ensemble Fringe Theater Jaffa, Freedom Theatre, since 2011
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Cinema / Film
All That’s Left of You (2025) – Directed by Cherien Dabis
• Sundance Film Festival – World Premiere (Premieres section)
• Sydney Film Festival – Audience Award for Best International Feature
• Malaysia International Film Festival – In Competition selection
• Karlovy Vary International Film Festival – European Premiere (Special Screening)
• BlackStar Film Festival (Philadelphia) – Special Spotlight screening
Mediterranean Fever (2022) – Directed by Maha Haj
• Cannes Film Festival – Un Certain Regard section (Best Screenplay Award)
• Malmö Arab Film Festival – Opening Film
• Chicago International Film Festival
• Sarajevo Film Festival
• Tokyo FILMeX
• Hong Kong International Film Festival – Firebird Award
• São Paulo International Film Festival
• International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR)
• Egyptian Film Society Festival – Golden Jubilee Screening, Cairo Opera House
Let It Be Morning (2021) – Directed by Eran Kolirin
• Ophir Israeli Film Festival – Selected to represent Israel for Best International Feature at the Oscars
• International / Worldwide Festivals: Cannes Film Festival – Un Certain Regard section (World Premiere), San Francisco Jewish Film Festival – Closing Night Screening, Other international festival screenings (Europe, North America, Middle East)
It Must Be Heaven (2019) – Directed by Elia Suleiman
• Cannes Film Festival – Official Competition, Palme d’Or contender
• FIPRESCI Prize – Best Film in Competition
• Special Mention – Jury Award
• Academy Award Submission – Nominated as Palestine’s entry for Best International Feature
• Screened at Berlin, Toronto, New York, Dubai, Cairo, San Francisco, and Abu Dhabi Film Festivals
Personal Affairs (2016) – Directed by Maha Haj
• Cannes Film Festival – Un Certain Regard section
• Haifa International Film Festival – Best Feature Film Award
• Montpellier Cinemed Film Festival – BNB Paribas Critics’ Prize
• Philadelphia Film Festival – Archie Award for Best First Feature
• Zurich Film Festival – Special Mention (International Feature Film)
• Other International Festivals – Warsaw, Iceland, Turin, Brussels, Hong Kong, São Paulo, India, and more
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TV Series
• Band of Spies – International Co-Production (Yes TV, Paramount, Archery Pictures, Ananey Studios), 2025
• Portrayed Kamal Adwan, a senior leader of the Palestinian Liberation Organization
• Betulot – Israeli TV Series (insert year of participation)
• Appeared as a supporting actor in a mystery-crime thriller
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Comedy / Variety Shows
• Al-Shusmo (الشوسمو) – Arabic Public Broadcasting (Makan) – (insert year or season)
• Appeared in a satirical social comedy sketch show, parodying diverse television formats—from news and cultural programs to competitions and social commentary—with sharp humor
• Covered topics like daily news satire, competitions, iconic figures, and cultural events in a comedic tone
• Host of Ehna Ma’kom – Live Broadcast, Makan TV
• Hosted a live entertainment program and interacted with the audience
• Conducted interviews and managed live discussions with guests