Alma Dishi, Itzik Cohen, Jasmine browse and Michael Mosohonov : –
Show "who and what" "who and what" is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Ayad Aktar
During December, Channel theater performance of "who and what"- Comedy-drama based on the acclaimed play the Eyad Aktar, Neighborhood considered by the newspaper "Washington Post" The Voice of unique American theater "and won the Pulitzer Prize for his first play- “Disgraced”.
Itzik Cohen and Alma Dishi will play father and daughter Pakistani immigrant family in today's Atlanta. Father, Uppsala, Fulfilled his version of the American dream and founded the successful taxi company in town. But since his beloved wife died temper is not complete. He takes care of his two daughters with all his might, And anxious just one thing: Could he marry his elder daughter Zarina? His deep love for her, Alongside family values, Traditions and marriage in which he advocates, Bring him seeking after Nobel, Until he finds, Various ways, Ideal for candidate, And great excitement. But Mazarin, Prospective Husband she liked very much, Independent character and stormy. Conservative religious tradition which has grown, And in particular the limited role of women in it, Ignite a sense of rebellion. On top of all this - and perhaps worst of all! - She had great literary talent, And artistic ambitions unfettered. The novel that is complementary, Feminist version of the story from the Koran, Place in the community against her and puts her family in a rough trip, Comes to an end the power of love.
"Who and what" is a moving spectacle, Raises complex questions about faith and tradition, Family, Gender and Culture, And examines the inter-generational conflict that leaves the children of immigrants depend on the outdated expectations of their parents, Opportunities that await them in the new world.
"The play will discuss identity, Self-determination and belonging- The main themes that characterize the new season of the Haifa Theater, "said CEO Nitza Ben-Zvi Theater" drama you are dealing with our performances related to the specific background characters came from- When the identity meets an obstacle in the realization of their aspirations. "
Ayad Aktar is a playwright, author, Screenwriter and actor, Whose book "American Dervish" managed worldwide and plays rose in the US and around the world. Aktar is the son of immigrant doctors from Pakistan, And Islam is a significant part of his identity as an artist. The success of the playwright is not obvious: Hirtmoto for the modern Muslim representation, Human theater complex and the US after the September 11 attacks has been praised first play he wrote, “Disgraced”, It won the Pulitzer Prize. In his work he seeks to examine the changing identity of the immigrant in the modern world is renewed. While focusing on stories of Muslim figures, But they are true for any religion committee, A generation which is trying in every way to redefine itself and give free rein to himself.
By: Ayad Aktar
Translation and Director: Moshe Naor
scenery: Kineret Kisch
Outfits: Dalia Penn- Heller
lighting: Chani Vardi
composer: Alberto Schwartz
Assistant Director: Sofia Nolr
Adviser on Islam: Abad Sentinel
Featured: Itzik Cohen, Alma Dishi, Jasmine review, Michael Mosohonov
First Performance 4.12.17