Writing Work

Sarah works regularly as a freelance writer for various publications. She has had multiple articles printed in Backstage Magazine, 1883 Magazine, GQ ME, Middle East Eye, the New Arab and more.

Sarah’s written piece ‘Rediscovering Gratitude’ is printed in the charity anthology ‘Out Of Isolation‘ by Unicorn Publishing. Her story sits alongside pieces from Sir Julian Fellowes, Alexander Mc-Call Smith, Carol Ann Duffy, Tom Felton, Derren Brown and many more.

When Haifaa al-Mansour made her first film, she also made history. In becoming the first ever female director in Saudi Arabia, al-Mansour’s BAFTA-nominated breakthrough feature, Wadjda, trailed the life and dreams of a spirited young Saudi girl.

Saudi Arabia’s first female director

Article in The GQ Middle East

Factual films are valuable in terms of laying out history, archives and evidence, while scripted films can paint a picture through characters and stories. So here are five other important productions which represent the Nakba on screen.

The Nakba on screen

Article in The Middle East Eye

The Bethlehem Cultural Festival is a refreshing, festive opportunity to learn about the history and people of Palestine through the lens of arts and culture. “From music and dance to film screenings, book launches and food tasting, there will be something for everyone,” says Melissa Scott, the festival director...

Palestinian cinema

Article in The New Arab

It is important that Palestinians are the narrators of their own stories, so I was initially apprehensive about the shared aspect to The Holy Land and Us, and its "both sides" format. But I was supported by so many Palestinians, who encouraged me and offered advice during the preparation period.

The Holy Land and Us

Article in The Middle East Eye

It has been nearly two decades since Dominic Cooper emerged on the scene, dazzling our London stages and conquering our screens in every genre from period drama to comedy to supernatural and now, as the title role in AMC’s Preacher. Here, we talk all things industry from his first gig in the game to acting inspirations and top tips for young emerging actors today...

DOMINIC COOPER

Interview - 1883 Magazine

As an actor, it feels like you are always being told by friends, casting directors, and career advisors alike, that “you need to start making your own content,” or to “write your own story.” But where on earth do you start? Backstage spoke with the BBC and Channel 4 for their top tips and resources to help launch your writing adventure...