Support LOUR's Second Year at Esper Studio

Hi friends,

I'm reaching out because I need your help.

Last year, I became one of the few MENA performers to attend The William Esper Studio in NYC, the renowned acting conservatory whose alumni include Ramy Youssef and May Calamawy. It has been transformative for me as an artist, giving me tools to tell our stories with truth and rigor, and to carve space for Arab voices on American stages and screens.

My first year was generously funded by an art institute in Palestine, but they don’t have funds for this year. As a freelance songwriter and performer in New York City, I'm pouring everything I can into my art, but I can’t cover this year’s tuition alone.

I’m trying to raise the funds by the end of this month to secure my spot and continue this training that will shape the rest of my career. Anything you can give will help, and sharing this with others would mean the world.

Thank you for believing in me and in the power of MENA stories. And if you are ever curious about what I do, you can check out my work here: https://lourofficial.com

With love and gratitude,

LOUR