I'm Ismail Elfallahi, a multidisciplinary artist blending theatre and cinema with over 15 years of experience. I specialize in directing, acting, playwriting, and workshop facilitation, and I enjoy collaborating across cultures and disciplines to bring stories to life on stage and screen. In recent years I've led cultural programs in Morocco, taught theatre and acting, and co-written scripts for TV series and films. I'm passionate about mentoring emerging artists, developing educational programs for diverse audiences, and exploring new forms of storytelling.

Ismail Elfallahi

I'm Ismail Elfallahi, a multidisciplinary artist blending theatre and cinema with over 15 years of experience. I specialize in directing, acting, playwriting, and workshop facilitation, and I enjoy collaborating across cultures and disciplines to bring stories to life on stage and screen. In recent years I've led cultural programs in Morocco, taught theatre and acting, and co-written scripts for TV series and films. I'm passionate about mentoring emerging artists, developing educational programs for diverse audiences, and exploring new forms of storytelling.

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I’m Ismail Elfallahi, a multidisciplinary artist blending theatre and cinema with over 15 years of experience. I specialize in directing, acting, playwriting, and workshop facilitation, and I enjoy collaborating across cultures and disciplines to bring stories to life on stage and screen.

In recent years I’ve led cultural programs in Morocco, taught theatre and acting, and co-written scripts for TV series and films. I’m passionate about mentoring emerging artists, developing educational programs for diverse audiences, and exploring new forms of storytelling.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Theatre Program Manager at Centre Culturel Les Étoiles, Morocco
December 31, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Oversaw and led theatre-related activities, organized and directed shows and workshops for diverse audiences.
Theatre & Acting Teacher at Various Educational Institutions
December 31, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Conducted workshops and trained students in acting techniques. Developed educational programs and teaching tools. Mentored creative projects and supervised performances.
Facilitator & Stage Director at Various Cultural Festivals & Events
January 1, 2013 - Present
Directed performances and led workshops. Participated in international theatre festivals in Europe, Latin America, and North Africa.
Drama Workshop Leader at Théâtre La Seizième
January 1, 2024 - Present
Object Theatre & Drama in Schools workshop leadership.
Actor at Surf Bay (TV series)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Acting role in the TV series produced for Unis TV.
Actor at Aux couleurs
January 1, 2025 - Present
Feature film role directed by Wadii Charrad.
Lead Actor at Grand petit frère
January 1, 2024 - Present
Lead role in feature film directed by Karima Guennouni.
Actor at Taxi
January 1, 2024 - Present
Feature film role directed by Nasrdin Dchar.
Lead Actor at MIRA
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead role directed by Nour-Eddine Lakhmari.
Actor at No Man’s Land
January 1, 2023 - Present
TV series for Hulu.
Actor at Coeur Noir
January 1, 2022 - Present
TV series for Prime Video.
Lead Actor at No Key
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead role directed by Walid Messnaoui.
Actor at Le Bureau des Légendes
January 1, 2018 - Present
TV series for Canal Plus.
Actor at Le Cochon
January 1, 2023 - Present
Film project (2023).
Actor at La Clic
January 1, 2023 - Present
Click Évent, Switzerland (2023).
Writer at Escape Route (Short movie)
December 31, 2021 - October 11, 2025
Co-writer for a short film.
Playwright at Rihlat Al Omr
January 1, 2024 - Present
Author of the play Lieu d’attente featured in the TV series (2024).
Co-writer at Jrit o Jarit
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-writer for the TV series (2023).
Theatre Program Manager at Centre Culturel Les Étoiles
December 31, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Oversaw and led theatre-related activities. Organized and directed shows and workshops for diverse audiences.
Theatre & Acting Teacher
December 31, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Conducted workshops and trained students in acting techniques. Developed educational programs and teaching tools. Mentored creative projects and supervised performances.
Facilitator & Stage Director at Various Cultural Festivals & Events
January 1, 2013 - Present
Directed performances and led workshops. Participated in international theatre festivals in Europe, Latin America, and North Africa.
Drama Workshop Leader at Théâtre La Seizième, Vancouver
January 1, 2024 - Present
Drama workshop leader.

Education

Diploma – Film Production Cultural Management Training at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Diploma at Russian Theatre School “Demain le Printemps”
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Studies at FLSH Ben M’Sik
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Certificate in Performing Arts at Circo Netzwerk für Zirkuskünste
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Specialized Technician Diploma in Business Management at Ista Polo
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Drama Workshop Leader – Object Theatre & Drama in Schools at Théâtre La Seizième, Vancouver
January 1, 2024 - October 11, 2025
Diploma at Vancouver Film School – Film Production Cultural Management Training
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Diploma at Russian Theatre School “Demain le Printemps”
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Studies at FLSH Ben M’Sik
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Certificate in Performing Arts at Circo Netzwerk für Zirkuskünste
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Specialized Technician Diploma in Business Management at Ista Polo
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Diploma – Russian Theatre School 'Demain le Printemps'
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Performing Arts – Circo Netzwerk für Zirkuskünste
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Specialized Technician Diploma in Business Management
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Drama Workshop Leader – Object Theatre & Drama in Schools
January 1, 2024 - October 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other