[2][3] At the same time, Art27Scotland, a newly established organisation in Edinburgh co-founded by playwright Robert Rae and Helen Trew with a focus on cultural rights, was seeking to engage with artists from diverse backgrounds.

It delves into the potential consequences, differing perspectives, and the complex interplay of cross-generational and intercultural dynamics within a conservative society, alongside the challenges amid the ongoing Yemeni conflict.

[2][1] The drama, performed in Arabic with English subtitles, is accompanied by visual elements, including footage from the civil war in Yemen and excerpts from the documentary Voice of the Rainbow.

[2] Saber Came to Tea was inspired by real-life experiences from Bamatraf and Altowai’s early marriage, including their having to live apart due to the civil war and their struggles with societal expectations.

After presenting their idea to Rae in Edinburgh, he collaborated with the couple to translate their experiences into a theatrical narrative, an outcome they had not initially anticipated, as mentioned in an interview with Shabab House.

While inspired by the real-life event of Saber's first visit to Shatha's village and his encounter with their traditions, they introduced a dramatic twist by posing the question, "What if these household roles were broken in the room?"

The event featured a panel discussion with Bamatraf and Altowai, moderated by UK-based human rights activists and journalists, including Shaista Aziz, Samina Chaudhry and Yasmin Luqman.

[1] The event was held alongside Altowai’s exhibition, Scratched Identities, which garnered support from several MSPs, including Labour representatives Sarah Boyack and Monica Lennon.