Tazieh performances to go on stage at open –Air of Rudaki Center
Iran Theater- The Open-Air of Rudaki culture center will be hosting tazieh performances during the first ten nights of of Muharram amid the coronavirus pandemic.
During the Muharram rituals, millions of Muslims commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (S).
Rudaki Foundation Managing Director Mehdi Afzali has invited taizeh expert Ahmad Azizi, the head of Seyyed al-Shuhada Tazieh Troupe, to give performances.
Azizi said that the troupe will begin their performances every night after the evening azan (call to prayer) for ten nights.
“A big stage has been set up in the area and rows of seats observing social distancing have also been situated, observing health protocols proposed by the Health Ministry so that the mourners can make the best use of these days and nights,” Azizi said.
Pointing to the high position of ritual art and plays especially tazieh among the Iranian nation, Azizi said, “We know that we are experiencing a different situation this year due to the spread of coronavirus, but the love of the Muslim nation towards Imam Hussein (AS) cannot be disturbed without repercussions.”
“The management of the Rudaki Foundation in addition to Iran’s Dramatic Arts Center, has had good cooperation with the troupe, and we hope the audience will make the best use of the performances,” he concluded.