Marcus Youssef Livres

The narrative explores the intense debates among a diverse group of urban Egyptian hipsters regarding secularism and fundamentalism, highlighting the complexities of contemporary societal issues. As the discussions unfold, tensions rise, leading to tragic outcomes that reveal the personal and collective stakes involved. Featuring a cast of four women and six men, the story delves into the characters' differing perspectives and the impact of their beliefs on their lives and relationships.

Two friends pass the time together playing a made-up game in which they name people, places, or things and debate whether they are successful or not; in other words, whether they are winners or losers. Each friend seeks to defeat the other, and because one of these men grew up economically privileged and the other did not, the competition very quickly heats up. Marcus Youssef is associate artistic producer at Vancouver's NeWorld Theatre and teaches theater at Concordia University in Montreal.James Long has been making theater since 1995 and is artistic director of Theatre Replacement in Vancouver. .

Set in a school facing the real-life challenges of immigration, income inequality, and fears of violence in our schools, The In-Between is a realistic, relatable exploration of the complex social circumstances students must navigate in contemporary schools.