A long table on the stage, surrounded by chairs and the audience. We have not gathered here to eat but to listen to stories of ordinary people. Koohestani has said that he is interested in a man as it is and he does not need interpretations nor commentaries in art. That is why his theatre is simple and immobile. Recent Experiences tells the stories of one family during four generations. These are ordinary people and everyday stories which have happened in the background of the century’s big events. Koohestani’s actors do not try to be their characters but to lend their voices to them.
adapted by Amir Reza Koohestani
from the original play by Nadia Ross & Jacob Wren
stage & direction Amir Reza Koohestani
director’s assistant Mahin Sadri
stage manager Pierre Reis
with Baharan Baniahmadi, Saeid Changizian, Sahar Dowlatshahi, Mitra Gorji, Foad Mokhberi, Setareh Pessyani
show in Persian with subtitles
surtitles technician Mahin Sadri
running time 1h20 (no interval)
production Mehr Theatre Group
company & tour manager Pierre Reis