Hamlet in Our Ears Set to Stage at Tabriz Historic House

The city of Tabriz is preparing to host a distinctive theatrical experience as the experimental and episodic production ‘Hamlet Whispers in Our Ears’ gets ready to open its doors to audiences. Set to begin on October 2nd at the atmospheric and historic Sharbat Oghli House, this ambitious project bridges classical dramatic literature with contemporary postmodern performance art. By stepping outside the boundaries of conventional theater buildings, the creative team seeks to utilize the unique architectural heritage of Tabriz to enhance the thematic depth of William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy.

at the helm of this artistic endeavor is director Hosein Asl Abdollahi, whose vision centers on deconstructing traditional performance norms. The production is supported by producers Ramin Riazi and Hadi Khoshbin, who have worked closely to bring the project to fruition in a non-traditional venue. Rather than presenting the full-length play, the episodic format focuses on meticulously curated segments of the narrative, allowing the audience to engage with the core psychological and philosophical motifs of the original text in a more intimate and fragmented manner.

a crucial element of this adaptation is the use of the esteemed Persian translation by Masoud Farzad. Farzad’s translation has long been celebrated in Iranian literary and academic circles for its lyrical quality and deep comprehension of Elizabethan dramatic verse. By pairing this classical literary foundation with a postmodern staging approach, the creative team challenges both performers and spectators to rethink how canonical texts can be interpreted and presented in modern cultural landscapes. The historic Sharbat Oghli House, with its rich historical ambiance, serves not merely as a backdrop, but as an active participant in the storytelling process.

this production marks a significant milestone in regional cultural programming, highlighting the potential for historical sites to serve as vibrant hubs for contemporary arts and literature. As regional theater continues to evolve, initiatives like ‘Hamlet Whispers in Our Ears’ demonstrate a growing appetite for boundary-pushing artistic expressions that honor literary heritage while embracing innovative spatial and directorial methodologies. Organizers anticipate strong engagement from literature enthusiasts, theater critics, and the general public throughout the run of the show in Tabriz.

منبع: ISNA (FA)

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