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Apr
3
The Forest of the Witch: Anatolian Shadow Theatre Performance by U.S. Karagoz Theatre Company
'The Forest of the Witch' is a traditional Anatolian shadow theatre performance. It has been adapted from the 19th-century text "Bloody Poplar" with a contemporary interpretation, and the play centers around a universal theme. Karagöz, who cuts down a tree growing in front of his house, encounters an unexpected surprise: the tree is magical, and from now on, nothing will be the same.
The story includes iconic American characters and humorously conveys the importance of preserving nature and respecting differences. The characters are designed using the original techniques recognized in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list and are crafted through the embroidery of camel or buffalo skin, much like how it was done 700 years ago. Throughout the play, these characters adorned with special paints come to life through the hands of a single artist, just like in traditional art.
The U.S. Karagoz Theatre Company creates original projects blending Eastern and Western cultures. They will be representing Traditional Turkish Theater this season on Broadway and in Hollywood. ‘The Forest of the Witch’, which made history as the first 700-year-old Turkish theatre play to be performed on Broadway, is a one-man show by Ayhan Hulagu and has been staged at numerous international festivals to date.
The story includes iconic American characters and humorously conveys the importance of preserving nature and respecting differences. The characters are designed using the original techniques recognized in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list and are crafted through the embroidery of camel or buffalo skin, much like how it was done 700 years ago. Throughout the play, these characters adorned with special paints come to life through the hands of a single artist, just like in traditional art.
The U.S. Karagoz Theatre Company creates original projects blending Eastern and Western cultures. They will be representing Traditional Turkish Theater this season on Broadway and in Hollywood. ‘The Forest of the Witch’, which made history as the first 700-year-old Turkish theatre play to be performed on Broadway, is a one-man show by Ayhan Hulagu and has been staged at numerous international festivals to date.
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Date
April 3, 2025Time
7:00 p.m.Location
Guyot Hall, 10Audience
University Sponsors
Department of Near Eastern Studies
Near Eastern Studies Program
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