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Combining poetry, dance, and character monologue, Idana conveys a young Jewish-American woman's struggle to understand her identity and the meaning of home through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Idana's portrayal of 17 vibrant, diverse Americans, Palestinians, and Israelis, uncovers a new Middle East of grief, daily struggle, and humour - "a dramatic tour-de-force... not to be missed" (Hollywood Progressive) On a birthright trip to Israel, young Jewish-American Saria Idana found herself questioning her place, identity, and connection to what was meant to be her homeland. Stepping off the guided tour, she decided to explore beyond the historic sites, religious destinations, parties, and tourist attractions.