The Tragic Changes of Mr Saad’s Life
The Tragic Changes of Mr Saad’s Life
Creation 2012
A stage performance written by Hossein Tavazoni & directed by Ehsan Shayanfard
The play narrates the life of Saad, a young man who is kept at a private psychiatric house. Based on his limited access to the outside world through the window of his room, he paints a picture of his interwoven illusions, imagination, and observation.
The performance revolves around the sense of otherness in a society that dictates its standards on its members. In his monologue, the leading character hopelessly tries to find a middle ground between his desires and the imposed norms. Through a nostalgic depiction of the grey milieu around him, Saad questions his very nostalgia and the sense of belonging to what shapes this world.
Cast
Hossein Tavazoni
Katayoun Saleki
Mehdi Gharehjehdaghi
Matin Farsi
Sahar Abdollahzadeh
Assistant Director
Sahar Abdollahzadeh
Music
Matin Farsi
Photos
Aida Yadollahi, Sanaz Dariae, & Mohammad Karbasyeh
Public performance
Arasbaran Complex, Samimi Mofakham Hall
October & November 2012
Awards and Nominations
At Tehran Shamseh Theatre Festival (2012)
Best Director
Ehsan Shayanfard
Best Playwright
Hossein Tavazoni
Best Leading Actor
Hossein Tavazoni
Best Music
Matin Farsi
Honorary Diploma for Creativity and Innovation
Ehsan Shayanfard
Nominations:
Iranian Theatre Director's Association (2013)
Best Young Director of the Year
Ehsan Shayanfard
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