"Narrative of Affection" will be performed in the Nabovvat Square for ten nights

The Ta'zieh show of "Narrative of Affection" will be performed by Shahid Fallahi's Ta'zieh Group under the management of Bijan Moinian for 10 nights from 18:00 until evening Adhan in Nabovvat Square.

The Majlis of " Narrative of Affection " include the first Majlis (remembering the tragedy of Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), the second Majlis (Shah cheragh), the third Majlis (Muslim ibn Aqil), the fourth Majlis (Four Generals), the fifth Majlis (Al-Hurr ibn Yazid Al-Tamimi), the sixth Majlis (Ali al-Akbar ibn al-Husayn), the seventh Majlis (Farewell of the Ahl al-Bayt to the Imam), the eighth Majlis (Martyrdom of Abbas ibn Ali), the ninth Majlis (Martyrdom of Imam Husayn ibn Ali), and the tenth Majlis (Taz’ieh Bazar al-Sham).

 

Ta‘zīeh (or Ta’azyeh) is a ritual dramatic art that recounts religious events, historical and mythical stories and folk tales. Each performance has four elements: poetry, music, song and motion. Some performances have up to a hundred roles, divided into historical, religious, political, social, supernatural, real, imaginary and fantasy characters. Each drama is individual, having its own subject, costumes and music. Performances are rich with symbolism, conventions, codes and signs understood by Iranian spectators, and take place on a stage without lighting or decoration. Performers are always male, with female roles being played by men, and most are amateurs who gain their living through other means but perform for spiritual rewards. While Ta‘zīeh has a prominent role in Iranian culture, literature and art, everyday proverbs are also drawn from its ritual plays. Its performances help promote and reinforce religious and spiritual values, altruism and friendship while preserving old traditions, national culture and Iranian mythology. Ta‘zīeh also plays a significant role in preserving associated crafts, such as costume-making, calligraphy and instrument-making. Its flexibility has led it to become a common language for different communities, promoting communication, unity and creativity.