The Tragic Changes of Mr Saad’s Life
Creation 2012
A stage performance
written by Hossein Tavazoni-Zadeh & directed by Ehsan Shayanfard
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
Synopsis
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.
Awards and Nominations
At Tehran Shamseh Theatre Festival (2012)
Best Director (Ehsan Shayanfard)
Best Playwright (Hossein TavazoniZadeh)
Best Main Actor (Hossein TavazoniZadeh)
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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