Little Amal, whose name means “hope” in Arabic, is an internationally celebrated 12-foot-tall puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee girl. She has been welcomed by more than 250 uniquely created artistic events across the globe since her initial 5,000-mile trek across Europe in 2021. Amal carries her message of hope for marginalized people everywhere, especially children who have been separated from their families.

A.R.T.’s Amal Walks Across America event on September 7 will be part of Harvard University’s ArtsThursdays.

Workshops: Project director Brisa Areli Muñoz and A.R.T. teaching artists lead intergenerational workshops inspired by the theme of “welcome.” Learn about Little Amal through interactive games and activities, create gifts that will be presented to her, and use improvisational skills to inspire original theatrical content that will welcome her when she arrives on Harvard’s campus. All ages are invited; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The workshops are free and open to the public; RSVPs are recommended. Please, check the available dates.