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-zadeh & 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-zadeh
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-Zadeh
Best Leading Actor
Hossein Tavazoni-Zadeh
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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