Friday, November 27, 2009
Night-time theater returns to Iraq as courage grows
Reuters: "As the clock strikes 8 p.m. Baghdad time, the curtains sweep apart at the Iraqi National Theater in what actors hope is a return to regular night-time performances 6-1/2 years after the U.S. invasion."
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It's so cliche to say that art brings people together but its cliche because its true. It's also interesting to see what kind of art is chosen for such a new beginning. It's not surprising to see that the first piece is safe and friendly. Wait a few years until the 'we have free speech and can vent our frustrations' shows come out. Then we'll know America succeeded in photocopying itself.
I am very happy to see the impact that theatre has on all people. It says a lot that Iraqi theatre has been allowed to return to the people. At times of struggle people really need ways to express themselves as well as being able to take a few hours away from the reality of their daily lives. It also makes a very large statement that they are getting so many people to the theatre. I hope this trend continues for them and that it expands to more and more theatres in Iraq.
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